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How To Breakdance - Turtle (Freeze)

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Turtles can be performed as a circular form of Float, which involves moving one hand forward and alternately moving the other backwards. But, before you can successfully do the Circles, a proper understanding of the Freeze is required.

Difficulty: Average
Time Required: As long as it takes to learn

Here's How:

  1. Start in a kneeling position with both knees on the ground, as if you're ready to crawl.
  2. Balance both elbows between your stomach and hips section. (It might be better to jab your elbows right above your hip bones.)
  3. Lean forward, with your hands not more than a foot or so apart. Most of your weight should be on the elbows, instead of the legs.
  4. Balance on your arms and legs and lift off the ground.
  5. Your arms should be at a 90 degree angle. Tuck your legs in so that they are close to your butt, but don't overdo this.
  6. Now try to hold this position. Start by holding it for 10 seconds, then gradually increase your hold time by 10 seconds. Don't forget to breather.

Tips:

  1. Find your balance and get comfortable.
  2. Occasionally, you'll collapse on your arms, but try not to tip forward or backwards.
  3. Curl your toes in for balance.

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