erin
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Nov 25, 2000, 11:01 PM
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Working with a belt in this pose is also helpful but it tends to make me a little clostrophobic. Having the strength is not enough if you don't trust that you are strong enough. It took me a while before I really could trust that my arms could support me. By practicing in a narrow hallway and in doorways (walking my feet up the wall/frame with my back supported) I was able to build more arm strength without having the anxiety of kicking up. I could also stay longer because losing my balance was easily corrected by returning my feet to the wall or doorframe. My first successful solo kick-up was done, alone, in a carpeted hotel room where I was staying during a teacher-training workshop. My house has all hardwood floors - the security of the carpet gave me confidence.
Once you are up push the floor away from you so that you really use all of the muscles of your arms and upper back to lift and stretch into your legs instead of just hanging out and being dead weight on your arms. You will be amazed at how quickly you will build up stregth and confidence if you just practice a little. It really is a matter of days. Good luck! You can do it!
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