Side Star to Whale

Side Star to Whale

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This transition connects two of our foundational poses but can offer quite a challenge if you haven't taken the time to understand the variables  at play. In this video we discuss the calibrations to help prepare for the transition, different ways the base can help slow the flyers movement as well as tips for how the flyer can control their transition into whale as the base finds their new foot placement.
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