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Re: Great Video CLips...
Posted By: Greg Stamer In Response To: Great Video CLips... (Robet N Pruden)
Date: Friday, 14 March 2003, at 9:56 a.m.
: I haven't learned to roll yet myself. I watched the video clip over and over
: and over and I swear when the time comes I'll do it the first time I try.
: The clip is beautifully shot, the roll technically executed so that the
: mechanics of rolling is easy to see. I can't wait to get out there.Robert,
Having the proper mental image will make learning to roll much easier, but expect for it to take awhile to learn the muscular movements that are required. As a case in point, even when you can roll fine on one side, it still takes time to learn the roll on the other side.
I'm not trying to discourage you, just don't get frustrated if success does not come immediately. How long it takes you to learn has no bearing on how good a roller you will eventually become. No matter how quickly or slowly you get your first roll, it takes practice to make your roll an effective rescue technique. Persistence and motivation is the key. It sounds as if you are amply motivated and if you are determined to learn, you will!
Once you are rolling, try to see how slowly you can perform a roll. This is an excellent way to hone your skills. Also consider having someone videotape your roll, and compare it to the video clip from Greenland. This can be very useful for discovering flaws and improving your technique.
Greg Stamer
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