Saturday, May 2, 2026

Saturday Practice

 

The Details:

It's 47 at the house. It rained last night and it's still drizzling. The sunrise was at 5:40.

Notes:

I'm trying to remember what day I skipped writing about my practice that day. My best guess is Thursday.

I lost a day this week. I thought that it was Friday today! I don't think I took notes on my practices on Thursday this week. Oy Vey!!

We've got dinner reservations at Gianni Fig in South Deerfield for Gerri's birthday today.

The Practice:

I practiced in The Loft this morning.

I started with a full round of The 10 adding to #7, 8, 9 and 10. At #8 I added dumbbell training and a set of Sit Ups on the big blue ball as well as a session on my wooden balance board. With a focus on 'functional exercise' to stay mobile as I age. I should be doing this set like this daily!

Next I did a Round (left side) to The Music with Master Liang Counting. I started and stopped a couple of times (to make tea) and was able to get back on The Beat (because of where I stopped - it was planned - just before a 2 or 6 count) I was able to make it all the way through to the end on The Count.

Next I did a round of Yin Style Baguazhang 8 Palms Changes 5-8 (both sides) reciting the names of the Postures throughout. I'm remembering the names slowly but surely. I'm determined to memorize these.