Some more difficult movements, projects or ventures require a certain approach, certain strengths. A certain posture.
A golf swing is complex.
How we approach the task or movement can change how the movement itself unfolds.
The setup for the golf swing is intentional. Nobody runs in and just smacks the ball (very well).
The approach brings the initial conditions to carry out the movement. This is particularly useful when it’s a new method, or an approach that we aren’t used to.
Although we have many options, a few things are helpful in the approach to a new program, movement, or task.
1. Become present. This could simply mean fully understand and be present with the task at hand, or it could mean almost be meditative, if you were very in tune with the mechanics of the movement. In either event, learn how to get out of the mind.
2. Know when to have confidence. Usually, people lack confidence, so more often than not it’s working to get that up over time.
3. Understand that failure is also part of the learning curve. In the “gap,” when you are trying the new movement or venture, you will have failures. Potentially hundreds or thousands of them
4. Cue the right posture. Before the back flip, we extend the hips and get “tall.” Before the deadlift, we are strong and “set.” Before the handstand, we are mindful and subtle.
