getting more (and more...) serious about CST

[peterng25]

I mean, seriously, I can see myself sometimes trying to go for one of the coach certifications. Just feel too shy about messing up a Prasara flow during examination, or...
But, since I am mulling it over, I have a question:
what can CST do for this:
http://www.afatmansjourney.com/
as a professional dedicated to helping attainment of optimum health, what would I say/do?
All inputs welcome!

[Connie Brown]

I mean, seriously, I can see myself sometimes trying to go for one of the coach certifications. Just feel too shy about messing up a Prasara flow during examination, or...
Oh be bold and go! Shyness lasts about 1 minute among CST enthusiasts. As to messing up while you're there - it's far more interesting to try something a little beyond what you can do, and then respond creatively, than to play it conservative and only do what you can do perfectly.


But, since I am mulling it over, I have a question:
what can CST do for this:
http://www.afatmansjourney.com/
as a professional dedicated to helping attainment of optimum health, what would I say/do?
All inputs welcome!
You mean, what would you say to the guy if he came to you? I wouldn't want to get in the way of his bliss if he is really resonating with the walk deal. But if he wants something more then CST has a ton to offer.

[cbeltrante]

I mean, seriously, I can see myself sometimes trying to go for one of the coach certifications. Just feel too shy about messing up a Prasara flow during examination, or...



Peter,

I echo Connie's words to let you know that what you'll gain from just attending a seminar will be so useful to you. It's not about egos at the seminars or messing up or doing great. It's about coming together and learning for yourself what can make you better at what you do.

I've been to 2 seminars and each time I am able to come away with a deeper understanding of CST. The experience itself is the main reason one should attend a CST Certification Seminar.

Take care,
Chris

[Nick1974]

Perhaps consider what effect all that walking carrying a 380lb frame (+ backpack) will have on his knees, ankles, hips, back etc. Compensation for that is where CST could come in. Those joints could be doing with some strengthening first, with a few months of Warrior Wellness, and then routinely lubricated and the damage caused by the walking compensated for throughout the duration of the challenge with daily WW.

But of course, only if he asked for the help first.

Just my opinion...I'm not a CST.

[peterng25]

excellent responses!
Thanks Nick, that's what I get for not seeing beyond the person's words. When he said he'd die if he didn't do something anyway, I was unable to see any hope beyond that.
Of course, I would maximize the benefits of CST regarding load bearing joints, and investigate flow as relating to weight control (in his shoes).
Just a matter of adjusting your perspective, and build a plan for the future, built on the best technology there is, I guess.

[JasonE]

Peter -

Look around you every day. How many people do you see that are obese, deconditioned, have daily aches/pains, move stiffly, have poor balance/coordination, feel intimidated by "traditional" exercise, etc?

How many of those people do you think may benefit from CST practice?

I recently joined a "big box" chain of gyms as a personal trainer. It's been an interesting transition, as their recommended training protocol leaves much to be desired (when viewed from a CST perspective). In the last few weeks I have signed a number of regular paying clients because they LOVE the notion of training for health, taking a long term approach to injury recovery (cleaning the slate!) and movement refinement.

The most interesting comment I keep getting is "I've been afraid to work with a trainer because I think the stuff the other ones do would hurt me."

My clients already represent a broad cross-section of population, from guys in their 80s to young ladies a year or so into college. Each is a unique individual with very different needs, goals, and interests. It's fascinating to see how each one takes to CST and really grooves on the concepts. On Wednesday night, I had a young man weighing well over 300 lbs go from barely being able to do a Shinbox Switch to doing a smooth, graceful kinetic chain! :shock: I don't know whose jaw dropped first - mine, his buddy's, or his own. :lol: It was just phenomenal!!

People will surprise you, so don't fear the "big" challenges. The more challenged my client, the more we celebrate every little incremental step forward. It's a very rewarding way to train those who need it most.

[KD Jones]

Jason - all respect. A beautiful, beautiful thing you're doing. Blessings.

[peterng25]

Thanks for your words, Jason!
You know, when I viewed that website, my first reaction was sadness, that someone could express such despair, and I felt powerless to help in any way.
Now I realize that it's absolutely the approach that we take that helps us so much in dealing with life.
Looking back, I see that I am pretty typical of the members of this forum: initially hooked on the gym, 'do weights, some martial arts, get your heart rate up, get toougher, get hurt, that will improve you, and make you look better...' philosophy.
How different things are now! I listen to myself, use the intuitive approach (read Flow-Fit approach), and go for the long-term goal, because I can see it! I can see that I can indeed do something for myself, instead of just trying to get larger muscles to impress my own shadow.
I think what I would tell that gentleman who's walking across the country is, take care of your joints, through our specialized CST method, and prove that such a long trek cannot hurt you!

[Coach Tran]

Peter,

As your Vietnamese-American brother here inside the tribe, I say do it!