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- October 25, 2012 at 3:28 pm #610
  
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  Hi guys.
- January 8, 2014 at 7:52 am #1502
  
  Elijah Gartin
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  Hi Eric,I've been in the system for about 10 years. Teaching for about half of that or more. The greatest advice I have for you is to 'Just Do It', and do it often throughout the day. When possible, I like to use a full length mirror to show proper form. I want to make sure I look just like they do in the videos, and in person. When you body hurts from joint pain, go easy and listen to your body.
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