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I finally managed to get a picture of myself doing my pretzel stretch. Fifteen to twenty seconds on one side and then I switch.
It was a kind of comical process to get the photo. First I tried the timer but as you can see by the first image below, I didn’t time it very well. So I then did a video and pulled one frame to share. Not the most flattering, nor perfectly positioned, but at least you now know what I mean when I talk about my pretzel stretch. It actually feels good when I do it. A year ago, any attempt had me howling in nerve-pain agony. Six months ago, I could at least attempt it without crying. Now, it’s back to being a regular part of my routine.
The above photo is from the terrace yesterday afternoon. It’s not so hazy today. The temperature is around 35˚C / 95˚F, but the humidity has dropped from between 50 and 75% to only 24%. Time for a walk.
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Finalmente logré obtener una imagen de mí mismo haciendo mi estiramiento de pretzel. Quince a veinte segundos en un lado y luego cambio.
Fue una especie de proceso cómico conseguir la foto. Primero probé el temporizador, pero como puede ver en la primera imagen a continuación, no lo cronometré muy bien. Entonces hice un video y saqué un cuadro para compartir. No es el más halagador, ni está perfectamente posicionado, pero al menos ahora sabes a lo que me refiero cuando hablo de mi estiramiento de pretzel. Realmente se siente bien cuando lo hago. Hace un año, cualquier intento me tenía aullando de dolor nervioso. Hace seis meses, al menos podía intentarlo sin llorar. Ahora, ha vuelto a ser una parte habitual de mi rutina.
La foto de arriba es de la terraza ayer por la tarde. No es tan confuso hoy. La temperatura ronda los 35˚C / 95˚F, pero la humedad ha bajado de entre el 50 y el 75 % a solo el 24 %. Hora de dar un paseo.
• En el gimnasio ayer. Comprobaba regularmente el pliegue (dentro de su ropa interior) de la pernera izquierda de sus pantalones cortos. Solo estaba haciendo un entrenamiento de la parte superior del cuerpo.
Nice way to start the morning. There really is a market for shorter shorts in that country.
David:
There even are shorter shorts in this country. Why doesn’t everyone buy them?
I’m still doing physical therapy routine for my left knee…pretzels are contraindicated! And I’ve always said, “A cloudy day at the beach is better than a sunny day at work.”
Frank:
SG’s father said that about fishing. He lied.
Okay, so now that I see it, I recognize the pretzel twist from a long-ago yoga course. Not a move I was able to do with any credibility. That photo of you would make a fabulous drawing, actually.
Debra:
The first time I tried that stretch/pose was in the ’90s (the decade not mine). I thought it was impossible. It got easier and easier.
Debra:
Oh… draw me!
Like one of those French pretzel girls?
Debra:
For that, I’d have to be even more twisted than I already am.
You’re kinda hot as a pretzel, Scoot! I do enjoy flexibility in others.
Deedles:
That’s me, always flexible.
Now, thanks to Deedles, all I can think of is Hot Pretzel and I’m hungry.
That said, that’s a good stretch you got goin’ on. Great way to start the day!
Bob:
I know! As I wrote, I kept imagining one of those salty, hot pretzels. I don’t think I can find one here.
LOVE that photo of the beach!
Oh that pose! I call it a spinal twist……very effective position for so many things. One of my favourites.
Jim:
The greatest stretch for my hips!
Are you sure that chap at the gym was tucking those shorts into his underwear? he appears to be carrying his jock in his hand…
Oh, you are so bendy! Jx
Jon:
The guy at the gym was fascinating. No matter what he did, he made sure that one leg was tucked. He was even practicing on a punch bag with one leg up.
I’m glad your sciatica is so much better! That whole one-leg-hiked-up shorts thing is such a mystery.
Steve:
I’m dying to ask, but I don’t want to offend anyone or make them self-conscious.
Yes that one short leg thing is definitely a “thing” But why?? Also I am with Debra that is a beautiful pose for a life drawing .
Claudia:
Draw it! I might. I wish I could ask someone about the one-leg thing.
You’re looking good as a pretzel, Scoot. I’m envious. I can’t even sit down on the ground or the floor or whatever without pain. And getting back up is even worse.
Love,
Janie
janiejunebug:
Only in the past several months can I actually tie my shoes without pain. I dreaded it every day.
Reminds me of a yoga stretch I used to do. So now I have to see if I’ve still got it in me. Better keep the phone within reach just in case I get stuck, can’t get up, need to call for help.
Shirley:
Make sure to keep the phone in reach when you get into position. I’ll be there in a heartbeat, give or take the 9 time zones.
I will never be able to put a pretzel in my mouth without thinking of you again…
Sassybear:
Um… thank you?