WNiF Magazine - Autumn 2013 Edition | Page 12

AERIAL FITNESS by Alisha Smith Photos: www.garethchristianphotography.com A new wave of fitness fanatics are emerging inspired by the likes of Cirque du Soleil and pop star Pink. Their latest devotee, Alisha Smith, shares her initiation into the alluring world of aerial fitness. ‘Chest up, second hand on the bar.’ I could feel the firm grip of the instructor’s hand on the back of my harness, but I wasn’t entirely convinced that he’d be able to hold me if I fell. I waited for my cue, hands sweating and heart pounding audibly in my chest. ‘Bend your knees, ready…. HUP!’ With a nervous whinny, I clung tightly to the bar, stepped from the platform and felt the whistle of air in my ears as I swung out over the net and back towards the deck. ALL REGISTERED PROFESSIONALS CAN RECEIVE FURTHER DISCOUNTS Only available from PhysioSupplies.com.au, click ‘Professional’ in the main menu. WHAT’S NEW IN FITNESS - AUTUMN 2013 13