stage 3 matrix

[msmello2u]

Is there anywhere explaining the jumping lunges? I need to know proper form. I do not see in the book a description of these or jumping sqats but I assume I have the squat right.

[LancelotsLover]

I have always done them starting in a lunge position, one foot forward, knees bent, jump up and switch feet in midair and land in a lunge position with the other foot forward.

They are KILLER!

[LisaS]

check the faq thread - there are a couple of videos around

[LisaS]

Here is Nat's video of the BWM

check here for a post with links to previous discussions and commiserations

here is another video - same moves, different sequence and I think different counts

[msmello2u]

The video is exactly what I needed. That is what I was doing but someone questioned me whether that was right. I was hoping it was some easier methodoly Oh Well they are killer!

[poppypixie]

Originally Posted by LisaS

Here is Nat's video of the BWM

I've seen this before but Nat is a machine!

[yeara]

Doesn't it hurt to land with bent knees?
I tried a couple of reps, and went home before screwing up my knees further. Am I doing it wrong?

[DanceDiva]

Originally Posted by yeara

Doesn't it hurt to land with bent knees?
I tried a couple of reps, and went home before screwing up my knees further. Am I doing it wrong?

You're supposed to bend your knees upon landing after a jump. It softens the force of the jump.

Ideally you would be doing the matrix on a spring-board floor or deck (one that gives, like stages made for dancers). Otherwise on some cushioning (like some mats).