[Tango-L] any advice for bad shoulders?

[Michael]

OH, I know that feeling. You can't stop the woman from having a stiff right arm. You can only control the direction she's pushing. Instead of outwardly, direct her arm directly downward. This way, her energy is not pushing on your shoulder nor is it impacting the alignment.  You have to stay relaxed no matter how hard she pushes or you'll absorb the tension that is in her arm. No matter how hard she tries to bring her arm up and outward, keep it down. This has led to short tandas. If I have to choose between self preservation and finishing the tanda.....

Michael
Washington, DC
I'd rather be dancing Argentine Tango

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Subject: Re: [Tango-L] any advice for bad shoulders?
  
buffmilonguera at aol.com wrote:
I work with a trainer to strengthen and protect my shoulders as much as possible - but sometimes, esp. 
after a long night of leading or dancing with a follower who pushes too hard - my left shoulder really hurts. 

thanks
b