Important Theory on Warming Up, Stretching, posture, and your health

Intro

Poi is an amazing activity that not only enhances coordination and creativity but also improves your physical and mental health. In this lesson, we’ll cover the importance of warming up, using proper technique, and listening to your body to prevent injuries and ensure a safe, enjoyable poi practice. With the right approach, poi can be a healthy and rewarding addition to your lifestyle.

What You’ll Learn

• Why warming up is essential for injury prevention
• How to practice proper technique for healthy body movement
• The role of stretching and conditioning in poi practice
• Tips for listening to your body and avoiding strain

Things to Practice

• Start each session with a gentle warmup, focusing on full-body movements
• Practice smooth, relaxed poi spinning with proper arm and shoulder alignment
• Incorporate light stretching after practice to stay flexible
• Pay attention to any discomfort or pain and adjust your movements accordingly

Skill Progression

This video contributes to your Foundations skill. Building good habits in warmups, technique, and body awareness will set the stage for mastering more advanced poi techniques.

Categories

• Foundations
• Warmup and Conditioning
• Injury Prevention

When you’re ready, move on to the next video and keep building your skills!