Back in the 1980s, I had a training partner who was much bigger than me and made me earn every throw. I got locked down with him all the time, until I stopped pulling and started switching techniques. This week's video is about how to lead a partner who won't move.
I get into what a horse and a carrot teach you about leading, why I separate success from whether your partner falls, connection before contact, and why your shoulders can never be too loose.
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As always, thank you for training with me each week.
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🌿 Your Practice Prompt
This week, when your partner stops you, notice the first thing your body wants to do. Push harder? Pull?
