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title: 8 Stretch and compression with triple step
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on practicing stretch and compression with the triple step rhythm in Chicago Triple, starting from closed position and transitioning to open position while maintaining forward-backward movement.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Use the out motion to create stretch and transition into open position.
- Change hand connection anytime during practice for flexibility.
- Sing 'in in out out' in your head to maintain continuous motion.
- Travel straight forwards and backwards towards your partner.
- Avoid too much side-to-side movement to preserve stretch and compression feeling.

##REMEMBER
- Keep steps on a line to enhance the stretch and compression effect.
- Maintain flowing motion without stopping during compression.
- Practice in both closed and open positions for versatility.
- Focus on the triple rhythm in the feet while adjusting hand connections.
