The feet are great for learning how to crulse. Here is how to get started.
1. Getting Started
Things to consider before starting:
- It will take about three solid months to achieve maximum results.
- Each foot practice only takes a few minutes to ten minutes, but needs will determine time.
- As you get closer to fully calibrating the feet, practice times will be much shorter, except for injuries.
- As you get closer to maximum results, your feet will feel more alive, and sometimes want to do certain foot practices just because they enjoy it.
- Be patient, you are developing a new practice, and your mind needs time to process it.
2. Your Space
Creating a calm and distraction-free environment for your crulsing practice is essential. Choose a comfortable, spacious area that allows for easy movement and is free of obstructions.
Make sure also to consider the safety of others and property while practicing. As you progress in your crulsing journey, you may find that you can adapt to different spaces and environments.
3. Your Tools
To perform crulsing, you may need to find, buy, make, or use tools found in your environment.
3.1 Stone:
To start with crulsing using a stone, find a smooth river rock that is slightly smaller than the size of your foot. An egg-shaped stone that is flat on the bottom and oval on top works well to begin with. It is best to start with a semi-flat stone so that it is comfortable to use on the foot.
3.2 Rope:
To begin, find a soft rope that is between 1/2 and 3/4 inches in diameter and is between 36 and 48 inches long. You can use a longer or shorter rope if desired. Tie surgeon's knots on both ends of the rope to secure it.
3.3 Mat
A rock mat is an essential tool for crulsing. You can create your own mat by taking a boot mat and filling it with pebbles or river rocks, which can be secured in place with silicone.
Alternatively, you can silicone pebbles or river rocks onto a mat. You can also find a natural river rock bed outdoors to use. Be creative and have fun making your rock mat!
3.4 Pole
For a pole, you can use a wooden dowel that is between 1/2 and 3/4 inches in diameter.
4. Methods
Methods for exploring, discovering, and experiencing include but are not limited to:
- Massage
- Stretching (active, isometric, dynamic, etc.)
- Resistance (isotonic, isometric, isokinetic, and dynamic tension)
- Heat and cold
- Aerobic
- Balance
- Coordination
5. Dos & Don'ts
Dos
- Be patient as you learn and grow.
- 'Ride the razor's edge'; do proper movements that feel good in succession.
- Be aware of your breathing.
- Work on your breathing if necessary.
- Do crulsing in a relaxed and focused state.
- Explore as much as possible and then build from there based on what you discover.
- Do allow yourself the freedom to make, oh my goodness, this feels good sounds while practicing.
Don'ts
- Don't strain or over-exert yourself; you are not exercising.
- Don't increase your heartbeat above everyday activities, e.g., walking, lifting light things, etc.; if so, back off or rest.
- Don't get out of breath; if so, back off or rest.
- Don't get dizzy; if so, back off or rest.
- Don't push it, please.
- Don't do anything painful, please.
- Don't overdo it, please; thank you.