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title: 0 Getting in the Swing of it
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on using the concept of swing to maintain flow and transition seamlessly between movements, by imagining the spine as a relaxed rope and the pelvis as a heavy ball.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Imagine your spine as a long rope and your pelvis as a heavy ball at the bottom.
- Initiate the swing from the top of the spine to move the hips side to side.
- Adjust the swing size by making the rope shorter or longer from different spine points.
- Visualise a hula hoop around your waist to create circles and varied hip movements.
- Stay relaxed and avoid tensing muscles to let movement flow naturally.

##REMEMBER
- Maintain a relaxed spine to allow smooth transitions between movements.
- The swing size depends on where you initiate movement in the spine.
- Use imagery like a rope and ball or hula hoop to guide hip motion.
- Experiment with different directions and shapes for the hips.
- Focus on flow rather than force to enhance movement quality.
