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What to practice during recovery from foot surgery
Started this discussion. Last reply by Paula (hoopaula) Hamblin Jun 11, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
On June 16th, I'm having foot surgery on my right foot and the left is scheduled for June 30th. Nothing major. I have flat feet which I've learned is responsible for many an issue I've had over the…
Do you have a 'pet name' for your hooping sessions?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Shaina Buhler Dec 11, 2010. 3 Replies 0 Likes
When I'm ready to hoop, I always tell my husband, "I'm going to go play for awhile" and he knows I'll be down the basement with the music blaring. He also knows that if he hears a 'thud' against the…
Has hooping changed the way you dance without the hoop???
Started this discussion. Last reply by Olivia Winterbottom Dec 12, 2010. 34 Replies 0 Likes
I've grown to prefer dancing with the hoop, but I think I'm using my body differently now when I dance without it. I haven't actually watched myself, but I can say that it feels more sensual - freer…
What are your plans for Christmas day?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anput Dec 9, 2010. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Our plans haven't completely firmed up yet, but we will definitely be in town. We moved back 'home' a couple years ago and it's so nice not to have to travel for holidays anymore - did that for 32…
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My Journey to Find Physical Balance
Where to begin? If I'd known how fascinating the journey to find physical balance would be, I'd have started this journal years ago. I had the talotarsal dislocation corrected on my right foot on June 16th. It still hurts to put weight on it and I'm still using a walker, but the changes are phenomenal. I can stand on both feet and my right side feels grounded. I remember reading about that feeling and yearning for it, but I couldn't find it. I kept having this nagging feeling that the problem…See More
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin commented on the group 'KC One Love Hoop Club'
"Kara, my daughter got mine from LED Heady Hoops in Waynesville, MO - www.ledheadyhoops.com I love it. It's rechargeable and even came with a car charger!"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'mini's!!!! help!'
"Great links and still timely. Thanks!"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'What to practice during recovery from foot surgery'
"Kacie, I've been thinking I should make myself some minis :)"
StudentKacie Knight replied to the discussion 'What to practice during recovery from foot surgery'
"If you don't already play with mini's now might be a good time to learn :)"
StudentFleur de Hoops replied to the discussion 'What to practice during recovery from foot surgery'
"http://www.youtube.com/user/out2sea2010?feature=mhee#p/f/3/za2voXB483U
This should give you some ideas. :)"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'What to practice during recovery from foot surgery'
"Thanks, Sarah, for the good wishes and tghe suggestgion. Seated on a stool rather than the floor is a good idea! Maybe even a bar stool - and then maybe I can do a little vertical stuff! Yes, I agree it will be harder, but I figure therein lies the…"
Sairz ward replied to the discussion 'What to practice during recovery from foot surgery'"This weekend, I was hooping, and was TIRED as a joke, I sat down on a stool and started hooping and doing tricks, it's harder than it looked in my head. ^.^ Maybe to stay frosty on some of the things you've done, you can try a seated…"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin posted a discussion
What to practice during recovery from foot surgery
On June 16th, I'm having foot surgery on my right foot and the left is scheduled for June 30th. Nothing major. I have flat feet which I've learned is responsible for many an issue I've had over the years and, lo and behold, it's correctable! Actually, it's quite fascinating, so if you're interested, check out www.hyprocure.comNeedless to say, I'll be off my feet for a little awhile. I just don't want to stop hooping altogether. So I'm trying to think of…See More
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'Tube question'
"What kind of connectors do you use with HDPE? I like the stiffer feel and more of a 1/2" diameter, but I've been stuck finding the right connectors."
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'reverse current getting me down'
"So glad I browsed around and found this post. No, I didn't find any earth-shattering tips, but I did find the comfort and encouragement I need. Some things I learned in reverse current as I went along, but now I'm going back to fill in…"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin replied to the discussion 'Its just a hoop'
"Sounds like a plan. Good luck and enjoy!!!"
StudentPaula (hoopaula) Hamblin commented on the blog post 'I keep trying to personify my hoops'
"I, too, personify and name my hoops. However I've made a bunch specifically for sharing and these I take along when I go to group functions where there are friends or strangers who may want to give it a try. I've even brought along my LED,…"
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- Do you teach hoop classes? *Please only answer 'yes' if you teach classes on a regular basis.
- No
- What year did you start hooping? (e.g. 2003)
- 2009
- What is your goal for 2013 and why is it important? (Doesn't have to be hoop related.)
- I have several goals for 2011 and this year I'm focusing on self-improvement. For one, there is some cosmetic dentistry I want to have done. It's one of those things I want to do for me - it's not about what I look like to others - I just want the image in the mirror to better reflect how I feel about myslef on the inside. I also have balance issues due to some inner ear (vestibular) problems, so I'm going to pursue this with a specialist. I have postitional vertigo and I'm tired of having to monitor the postion of my head to avoaid dizziness. On the hooping front, I want to back it up and concentrate on refining what I've learned.. I'd like to start the online seedling classes with the ultimate goal of getting a teaching certification. We have a local rec center not far and I just think it would be fun to offer hooping classes there.
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My Journey to Find Physical Balance
Posted on June 27, 2011 at 2:19pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Where to begin? If I'd known how fascinating the journey to find physical balance would be, I'd have started this journal years ago.
I had the talotarsal dislocation corrected on my right foot on June 16th. It still hurts to put weight on it and I'm still using a walker, but the changes are phenomenal. I can stand on both feet and my right side…
Is hooping hard???
Posted on June 6, 2011 at 12:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Since I've been hooping, I've had a number of people want to give it a try. Some, of course, catch the hoop 'bug'. Others end up commenting, "Wow, it's hard" and simply give up. So I've been thinking a lot lately: IS hooping along with the associated tricks/moves hard?
I started answering myself with another question: What does learning to hoop really entail? Well, if you bring it down to the very basics, it's understanding the mechanics and applying the time and effort necessary for…
How weird is the sub-conscious mind!
Posted on December 9, 2010 at 7:41pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I was just mentioning something in a forum about my balance (or lack therof). When I hit post, I saw my profile pic and it dawned on me that I must have subconsciously picked that particular picture. One of the desires of my heart is to have the ability to stand on one foot. Seems funny to me to even admit this when there are people with real problems. Thus far I'm unable to balance on one foot for more than a split second due to some vestibular issues I've been pursuing with the doctors.…
Comment Wall (9 comments)
- At 1:47pm on February 22, 2011,
Pixxy Haze said… - Good to meet you too, hopefully we will get to hoop together some more :)
- At 2:23pm on December 16, 2010,
Richie 'Monkey Mooncalf' Isaacs said… (And thanks for the link!!!!!)
- At 2:22pm on December 16, 2010, Richie 'Monkey Mooncalf' Isaacs said…
I meant to do that yesterday via a message but sidetracking and me, well, we go waaaaaaaaay back!
The best place to find my stuff is on a kinda hokey little critique site, all my stuff is there for a free download, I don't do the whole critiquing thing as I take stuff as it is BUT I DO like sharing so posted my stuff...and coffee (the latter maybe too much)
http://redfizz.com/rf/band.aspx?&bandid=434735
My alter ego has music too!
http://redfizz.com/rf/band.aspx?&bandid=434951
Hoop hugs!
- At 11:23am on December 15, 2010, Richie 'Monkey Mooncalf' Isaacs said…
Hi!!! Nice to meet you!!!
That lil bear was my much missed Japanese friend's son's bear so is used in conjunction with happy memories whenever I can :o)
I play & teach guitar for a living here in the city (the size of a U.S town!) of New Plymouth in little ol' New Zealand, used to play for a living but too many years before putting the ear plugs in has left me with tinnitus and the word 'pardon?' (or what!?!?!...depends on the mood!)
Oooh, one of my workmates has a Thunderbird bass...looooove those (and the Firebird guitar *sighs*) will share my music with yaz if ya want?
(I write lots)
- At 8:45pm on October 18, 2010,
StudentStephanie Brown said… - Hey Paula, it was great meeting you too! I am hoping the weather is good on Sunday too! Hopefully will see you then!
- At 8:24pm on October 17, 2010,
StudentCharly Delaney said… - Hey Paula! It was great meeting you today! Thanks for all your tips, I can't believe I actually got the hoop to stay around my chest LOL
- At 11:43pm on April 13, 2010,
StudentSatina said… - Welcome to Hoop City! Enjoy!
- At 8:49pm on April 13, 2010,
StudentRose said… - Welcome to Hoop City!!!
- At 6:46pm on April 13, 2010,
Jodi Flesberg Lilly said… - Welcome to Hoop City, Paula!
It's great to have another of my Hoop Dance Sisters here. I've just gotten started learning my way around. There are thousands of hoopers and tons of great hooping resources. I feel a bit like a kid on Christmas morning every time I enter Hoop City.
Enjoy!
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