Why would we have a freestyle walking page here of all places? And what the heck is it anyway? Have we totally 'lost it'?
Good questions!
OK. Second things first. According to a Wikipedia reference, "freestyle walking is a means of self-expression and creative interaction with one's environment. Walkers use leaps and air moves, clever footwork, dance or any non-traditional walking movement".
Well that helped didn't it! Hmm - maybe not?
OK. Just for you here's a little example so us 'uns can keep up to date with what the young 'uns are doing these days. (and blow your grandkids away when you ask them if they have doing the hanging, jangles, vaults or the Mikey Likey in their freestyle routines!)
Thanks to Kai Jai
Now you gotta admit that it's sorta neat isn't it? Stay with us and we'll show you where we're going with this is a minute.
One more quick example - with a head this time!
Courtesy of Flipsyde
Do those sorta get your boogie juices jiggling? Get you thinking about getting up and putting on a few moves? Or maybe you're just imagining what you could have done back in the 'old' days if only ...!
Which brings us to why we thought a ...
Freestyle Walking For Fogies Contest
... might just be a fun thing to at least think about. Mostly for pure whimsy and to put a smile on your face! Have some fun with the thought. Get your imagination going. Maybe even getting a little motion going in the old caboose ... just because!
BUT ... we know that you're much too wise now to actually jump in and try doing what these guys are doing. We ARE 'older and wiser' Right?
What's that? You're not quite sure if that is true? The part about jumping into this freestyle walking for fogies thing?
OK. OK. We give in!
After all you've worked really hard to overcome some physical challenges and have got yourself pretty fit again following our Fitness Walking Programs. You're feeling pretty good, lighter on your feet, have a lot more energy in your walking.
How About This?
Why don't you work up you slow and lazy Fogie Freestyle Walking routine, do a simple little demo video and send it along to us. Slow and easy, nice and smooth, feet on the ground, no jumps, hangs or other stuff. That can really HURT!
Share the suave, debonair and very laid back YOU having a great time. Whether you're 50 or 90+ or anywhere in between, show us your 'moves, moves that would make Gus, Gertie and Max (our inspirations at the top of this page) proud of you.
We've reserved the space below just for you. Prizes will include bragging rights, fame with our fans and visitors from around the world and if pressed - maybe a rare 50Plus Fitness Walking T-Shirt. Now that's rare and to be treasured!
Let us know if you need help getting your video to us (or photos if that is easier). We'd love to help you out!
Most importantly remember what this page is all about.YOU having Fun! It would be just great to share in you having fun! It's your time to help start a whole new popular past time. We'll show 'em!