Kerb Walk

Walking heel to toe along a curb or the top of a low wall without stepping off, the first step towards balancing on rails.

1. Line up

   Face along the edge with your whole foot in line with it.

   CueFoot in line

2. Place

   Rest the next foot on the edge heel to toe before trusting it.

   CueSet, then shift

3. Shift

   Move your weight across onto that foot slowly, knees soft.

4. Balance

   Keep your arms out at shoulder height and look a little way ahead.

   CueEyes ahead

1. IfRushing the steps.
   ThenSlow down; control comes before speed.
2. IfWeighting a foot before it is set.
   ThenRest the foot on the edge first, then commit to it.
3. IfLooking down at your feet.
   ThenLook a little way ahead along the line.
4. IfStiff, straight legs.
   ThenKeep a slight bend so your legs can correct small wobbles.