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Passing
Underbars
Lesson Level : 2
Turning Underbar
Underbars 2
lesson
1m 44s
Video Details

The discussion focuses on mastering the technique of the underbar, particularly emphasizing the importance of body positioning and movement mechanics. The sequence begins with the basic grip configuration, where one hand is placed under and the other over, and involves stepping through while maintaining balance and fluidity. The technique is further refined by increasing speed and ensuring a smooth transition through the movements, completing the maneuver without abrupt stops or jerks.

As the execution progresses, the emphasis shifts to maintaining momentum by driving through with the knees rather than relying on the heels, which can result in misalignment and hindered movement. Practicing the knee drive is crucial, as elevating the position of the knee enhances confidence in the maneuver and minimizes the risk of injury. The discussion further illustrates the importance of practicing both sides to develop versatility and adaptability while executing the underbar technique effectively.

Ultimately, mastering the Turning underbar involves consistent practice and an understanding of key mechanics. The focus is placed on body awareness, ensuring that movements are guided by the knees while the process is executed smoothly and at a faster pace. Achieving comfort and safety during the maneuver leads to increased confidence and skill proficiency as one develops their technique.

Key Points:

  1. Mastering the underbar technique requires proper hand positioning and a smooth stepping-through movement.
  2. Emphasis should be placed on driving through with the knees to enhance balance and minimize the risk of injury.
  3. Consistent practice on both sides is essential for developing skill versatility and confidence in executing the maneuver.
Note: This video summary is generated by AI from the video transcript and may not always be accurate.
The Lesson

Repeat the level-1 underbar but instead of stopping the turn once the torso is through, instead you keep turning until you've rotated completely out of the underbar, facing the same direction as you started.

Demonstrate three underbars to the left and three to the right where you finish away from the bar.

You must start with both hands in the correct position; One hand underneath, one on top, both crossed.

You must keep turning in the same direction with the head leading.

As your legs come through, you should lead with the knees, not the heels of the foot.

This must be performed on a hip-height railing that has a mid-height railing at knee-height.

You cannot sit on the mid-bar.

Challenge Details
Guidelines to successfully accomplish the challenge.
height.
Must be more than x1 times the height of a Hip-Height
+ / -
You can use anything that is more than specified.
Multiplier
x1 times the specified amount.
Details
The height of the rail must be hip-height or greater.
height.
Must be more than x1 times the height of a Knee-Height
+ / -
You can use anything that is more than specified.
Multiplier
x1 times the specified amount.
Details
The height of the mid-rail must be knee-height or greater.
sides.
You must complete and demonstrate on Left then Right Sides
Details
Both sides must be performed.
repetitions.
You must complete 3 repetitions
+ / -
You can repeat more than specified.
Details
Three repetitions on each side (6 reps in total).
hands.
The hands must be One Pronated, One Supinated Crossed over.
Details
Hands should start crossed. One pronated, one supinated. Hands finish off the rail.
orientation.
Your orientation must be Start and Finish facing the same direction.
Details
Finish facing the same direction as your starting direction.
Transcript
																									

														
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so as you get a little bit more

													

																									

														
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comfortable with the underbar you've

													

																									

														
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done the standard basic one right hand

													

																									

														
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under left hand over the top come under

													

																									

														
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step through step through and you're

													

																									

														
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there this is a little slow so we can

													

																									

														
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speed that up

													

																									

														
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so same thing again here here but this

													

																									

														
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is now as if there wasn't a drop on the

													

																									

														
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other side and you want to keep going so

													

																									

														
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you're going to keep turning as you go

													

																									

														
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so there there drive under but then you

													

																									

														
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keep turning your left knee comes

													

																									

														
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through and then the right knee comes

													

																									

														
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through and you can step through it's

													

																									

														
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important that you drive with the knee

													

																									

														
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and not the the heel

													

																									

														
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so um really kind of get used to kind of

													

																									

														
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turning that knee up nice and high and

													

																									

														
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turned so as you go there there through

													

																									

														
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left knee right knee and I can step

													

																									

														
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through and I'm pretty comfortable that

													

																									

														
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I'm not going to whack my knee the

													

																									

														
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higher and sort of more pointed I put

													

																									

														
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the knee the more confident I know I'm

													

																									

														
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not going to whack it on top if you use

													

																									

														
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here and you drive with a heel I'm

													

																									

														
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facing the wrong way and I'm stopping

													

																									

														
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the turn so drive with the knee first

													

																									

														
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not the heel make sure you practice both

													

																									

														
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sides again so instead of the right go

													

																									

														
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with the left there there right knee

													

																									

														
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left knee and I can step through and

													

																									

														
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under and that is the Turning underbar

													

																									

														
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uh with a little bit of speed
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so as you get a little bit more

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comfortable with the underbar you've

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done the standard basic one right hand

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under left hand over the top come under

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step through step through and you're

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there this is a little slow so we can

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speed that up

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so same thing again here here but this

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is now as if there wasn't a drop on the

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other side and you want to keep going so

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you're going to keep turning as you go

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so there there drive under but then you

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keep turning your left knee comes

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through and then the right knee comes

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through and you can step through it's

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important that you drive with the knee

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and not the the heel

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so um really kind of get used to kind of

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turning that knee up nice and high and

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turned so as you go there there through

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left knee right knee and I can step

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through and I'm pretty comfortable that

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I'm not going to whack my knee the

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higher and sort of more pointed I put

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the knee the more confident I know I'm

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not going to whack it on top if you use

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here and you drive with a heel I'm

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facing the wrong way and I'm stopping

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the turn so drive with the knee first

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not the heel make sure you practice both

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sides again so instead of the right go

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with the left there there right knee

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left knee and I can step through and

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under and that is the Turning underbar

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uh with a little bit of speed