FigaFiga (30 sec R, 30 sec L)

FigaFiga

Another OAHS benchmark I set for myself a while back and realized recently that is within reach…It happened today!
Holding such skills for 30 seconds is not so much about endurance but more about being able to remain focused and present for longer periods of time under a time constraint…Since I’m not completely comfortable in this position as in the regular straddle OA, shifting the gaze towards the timer in between my hands was one of those instances in which I had to actively maintain my calm and react to the momentary change in visual stimuli, as well as “stress” that occurs when you are under time/performance pressure...

In my practice I normally hold each position for about 3-5 seconds (on both sides) which is a good indication that I’m in control… Although I held 30 second in each side (challenge completed) it is clear visually that I’m more comfortable on the R arm than on the L, in which it seems like I just played it safe in order to finish on time.
I have made some progress in this position (the Figa) this year, and hope to continue this everlasting process of refinement mastery of this skill specifically and in general.
There is always that something waiting to be "handstanded"….