How to Be a Couch Potato
Who wants to be a couch potato? Well, as a matter of fact, many people do, and for understandable reasons. Maybe it's your one day off, maybe you just got back from practice, or school. Maybe you're just tired. Whatever the reason, you can be a prime example of a couch potato if you read on.
[edit] Steps
- Sit down in a comfy place such as a reclinable chair, beanbag, or preferably, (you knew it was coming) a couch (just don't sit on a potato!). Make it even more comfortable than it already is, but with minimal effort, of course!
- Make sure you have everything you need. Such as snacks (junk food is great for being a couch potato), drinks, magazines, comic books (if you're into that stuff), and most importantly, a television and remote(s).
- Do something that doesn't involve getting up. Flip through TV channels, or just eat.
- Now just watch TV, because that's pretty much all a couch potato does! Flip through the channels. Give each show about 10 seconds to entertain you, and if it doesn't, just move onto the next one. If it does, watch until the show ends, or until you lose interest.
- Another thing couch potatoes are famous for is playing video games. Go rent one that looks good or play one you already own! Please note that some Wii games involve some movement which could hinder your status as a couch potato.
- Have others do things for you, like get you more food, or rent a movie for you, ect. But be sure to be nice about it, because if they refuse, you'll most likely have to do it yourself.
[edit] Tips
- Only get up if absolutely necessary. (e.g. bathroom, kitchen)
- Give each show a certain amount of time to entertain you before you move onto the next one.
- If there is really nothing on TV, put on a movie.
- When eating food items that are crumbly (such as chips) don't even bother cleaning it up.
- Have a subscription to an online movie renting service (like Netflix.) It does make things easier when someone won't rent you a movie.
- It's even better with your friends.
- Watching TV in bed may enhance your couch potato experience.
[edit] Warnings
- Sitting for too long can lead to a sore backside, and all the snacks could make you fat.
- Get up for something serious, like a fire. You don't want to lose your life just because you're a couch potato, do you?
