MetaFilter posts tagged with Flexibility

The Third World Squat

jason's_planet — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 17:24:29 -0800

The Third World Squat (Some images not 100% safe for work) When it comes to training someone who's new to the world of squats, deadlifts, and the fine art of picking up heavy stuff, I've found a substantial disparity in the learning curve between North Americans and those from third-world countries . . . There are a variety of possible reasons for this, but there's one dominant variable that's a great predictor of a trainee's immediate potential before they even step foot in the gym: The third-world squat.

Rubberboy

srboisvert — Sat, 15 Jan 2005 06:48:47 -0800

Rubberboy [flash & music]

To bend like the willow tree.

bargle — Thu, 21 Aug 2003 21:08:01 -0800

I only thought I was flexible. Look around for a while. And then injure yourself as you attempt to mimick what you see. Or be more reasonable.