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When you go for an outdoor adventure or relaxation, a hammock is a great thing to carry with you. If you go to a jungle or lakeside, you can set up a hammock there and you can get in it to relax. The hammock is a perfect thing to relax in your free time. But you should know how to set a hammock. And you should know how to get in and how to get out of a hammock safely. Because often many of us can not get in or get out of a hammock perfectly. It is challenging for them. Sometimes, they fall on the ground from the hammock, which can cause injuries. So you must know the safe process. In this article, I will tell you the whole process step by step. Before that, I will tell you about the setup process of a hammock. So let's jump into the details. How to Set A Hammock Up? Many of us don't know how to set a hammock up properly. If you don't set a hammock up properly, then you might face problems getting in the hammock. You might fall down from the hammock. So you should know the proper way to set a hammock up. Now I will tell you the process step by step. Hope it will help you. Step 1 First of all you have to find two trees to hang your hammock up. You should avoid thin and young trees. Look for healthy trees, so that it can take your weight. The distance between two trees must be greater than your hammock. Otherwise, you can tie it. But make sure the distance is not over 18 inches. Step 2 Now you have to wrap a tree strap in each tree. It is a fabric strap with a metal ring. This strap is to tie your hammock with the trees. Step 3 There is a hook at each end of the hammock. You have to hook up the hooks into the metal ring of the straps. Make sure the strap and the hook are strong enough to take your weight. Step 4 Now you have to adjust the height of the hammock from the ground. The proper height of the hammock is 4-5 feet from the ground. You can change the height of the hammock using the straps. Following these steps, you can set a hammock up easily. Now I will tell you how to get in and how to get out of a hammock. How To Get In A Hammock? Now you know how to set a hammock up between two trees. But you should know how to get in a hammock safely, otherwise, it can be dangerous for you. Now I will tell you the process of getting into a hammock safely. Step 1 You have to stand in front of the hammock. Make sure you are in the center of the hammock. Step 2 The hammock might not be in a good shape to get in it. So spread the hammock using your hands and make more space for you on the hammock. Step 3 Then you should sit on the hammock gently. Don't rush, otherwise, you can fall down. Step 4 After sitting on the hammock, you have to hold the right side of the hammock with your right hand and the left side of the hammock with your left hand. You have done this so that you can balance on the hammock. This article on reading now how to get out of a hammock is very important information. Step 5 If you want to lie down on the hammock, pivot your body and spread your legs. How to Get Out of A Hammock? As the hammock is 4-5 feet above the ground, you have to be careful while getting out of the hammock. Now I will tell you how you can do it safely step by step. Step 1 When you want to get out of the hammock, you have to hold each side of the hammock with your hand. Step 2 Now move your butt towards that side you get in the hammock. Don't hurry. Do it carefully. Step 3 Then take your leg outside of the hammock and sit properly. Don't move too much. It can be dangerous. Step 4 Then you can put your feet on the ground slowly, at the same time move your butt forward. Bent yourself into 45° when you are getting off. Then get back into the standing position slowly. Final Words Now you know how to set up a hammock, you also know how to get up and how get out of a hammock properly. Make sure you follow these steps properly, don't rush. Do it slowly. Then you can do it properly.