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| 358.1 | yup | LEZAH::BOBBITT | Be *Excellent* To Each Other | Wed Mar 08 1989 13:52 | 6 |
| 358.2 | LIFE CENTER | MKFSA::BIRON | | Wed Mar 22 1989 19:42 | 7 |
| 358.3 | RIGHT UP OR NOT? | CHEFS::SIGMA_HHL | Mr T | Fri Mar 07 1997 08:20 | 12 |
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Didnt know where to ask this so Im putting it here.
A friend of mine is doing a step class and is being asked to bring her
knees up to her chest but at an old class she used to go to they told
her that bringing the knees higher than waist hight can damage her
back.
Which is true and should she go ALL THE WAY! 8^)
Tony
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| 358.4 | | HOTLNE::BURT | | Fri Mar 07 1997 11:13 | 15 |
| not being the aero expert, but i've never experienced or seen any step class
having one bring their knees all the way up to their chest during the class.
maybe afterwards when you're lying down and stretching, maybe in a kick boxing,
kick aerobic, karate, etc you have to bring your knee higher than your waist,
but in a step aerobics class? nah.
sounds like someone is trying to combine two forms into one; if one is very
flexible, i can't see it hurting the back, but would make one more prone to lose
balance and fall during step than anyhting. obviously, beginners would want to
make sure they're well versed and limber before attempting or those with back
problems would want to use caution.
Sarah, or anyone else have a more professional comment?
reg.
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| 358.5 | imho | PASTA::PIERCE | The Truth is Out There | Fri Mar 07 1997 11:23 | 14 |
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I know Sarah can answer this question for you. but I know if I were in
a class and the instructor told me I should do something that I was not
sure about or I was uncomfortable in doing, I would not do it. I would
tell the instructor "thank you for your advice" but I feel the way I
am excuting my step is right for me at this time, and when I feel I
want to change my routine, I will ask for your help and guidence on
the proper ways. etc...
I would not get in an pissing contest with the instructor, I'm sure no
instructor wants to cause harm and they only want to help. I just
think a student should do what they feel conformtable with.
Lkp
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| 358.6 | Chest height? No, no, no | HOTLNE::CORMIER | | Fri Mar 07 1997 19:27 | 13 |
| I AM an instructor, and I'd like to have a 'chat' with that other one!
The knees need to come up to a level where you can step onto the bench
without tripping. To get them to chest height you'll have to bend at
the waist, thus putting your balance out of whack and potentially
putting you at risk for lower back strain or slipped disc. When doing
repeater knees (knee lifts), I sometimes tell students to get their
knees up because they are being lazy, but NEVER to get them to chest
height! There are a variety of ways to get your heart rate higher
without bringing the knees up - higher arms, adding another riser,
propulsions, faster music, etc. No need to push an unsafe act to
increase intensity.
Sarah
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| 358.7 | | HOTLNE::BURT | | Sat Mar 08 1997 10:00 | 4 |
| propulsions? hmmm, sounds rather, uh, interstellar; youse supply jetpacks with
those workouts? seriously, what are propulsions during aerobics?
reg.
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| 358.8 | jet air packs, etc. | HOTLNE::CORMIER | | Mon Mar 10 1997 11:32 | 8 |
| Propulsions are moves to make yourself airborne. Just like it sounds : )
Small, controlled hops or jumps, depending on the move you are doing.
Jumping jacks would be considered propulsions. Generally you have one
foot on the ground at all times during an aerobic workout, but you can
add some air to bring your intensity up. But you can't go hopping and
jumping willy-nilly. There are specific instances where you add air to
ensure a safe and proper landing.
Sarah
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