Post by nancylebovitz on May 17, 2007 11:34:36 GMT -5
I'm taking a crack at the Five Tibetans. Steve, thanks for recommending it.
I was pleased and surprised to find that I was able to somewhat do all of them, though I'm shocked at how little backbend flexibility I've got.
The first time I did them, there was a distinct shock of energy, but that hasn't happened since.
However, number four is problematic for me. You're supposed to start sitting with your legs in front of you and your palms on the ground. My arms are too short--my palms are about 3/4" above the ground. I suspect it's a combination of build (my legs are also relatively short) and shoulder tension.
At this point, I put my arms somewhat behind me so that my hands are on the ground. I don't get the smooth push up from the ground coordination which I suspect is part of how the rite is supposed to work.
I've tried putting books under my hands, but that makes the move a lot more difficult. I have no idea if that's closer to doing it properly and I'm having problems because of lack of core strength and shoulder flexibility or if having my palms above my hips fouls up the coordination.
The beginner's version just involves pushing up from the legs while leaving the shoulders on the ground. I believe thigh strength isn't my problem (all that t'ai chi), though I could be mistaken.
Any recommendations?
I was pleased and surprised to find that I was able to somewhat do all of them, though I'm shocked at how little backbend flexibility I've got.
The first time I did them, there was a distinct shock of energy, but that hasn't happened since.
However, number four is problematic for me. You're supposed to start sitting with your legs in front of you and your palms on the ground. My arms are too short--my palms are about 3/4" above the ground. I suspect it's a combination of build (my legs are also relatively short) and shoulder tension.
At this point, I put my arms somewhat behind me so that my hands are on the ground. I don't get the smooth push up from the ground coordination which I suspect is part of how the rite is supposed to work.
I've tried putting books under my hands, but that makes the move a lot more difficult. I have no idea if that's closer to doing it properly and I'm having problems because of lack of core strength and shoulder flexibility or if having my palms above my hips fouls up the coordination.
The beginner's version just involves pushing up from the legs while leaving the shoulders on the ground. I believe thigh strength isn't my problem (all that t'ai chi), though I could be mistaken.
Any recommendations?
