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I assume natural stance, arms slightly extended in front of me, elbows slightly bent. My two partners take up position alongside me and place a hand under each of my elbows; they begin to lift. Keeping one point and weight underside I maintain my position while they try to lift my arms.
I can adjust my percieved weight upward by dropping my center slightly causing my partners to drop with me. As I do this I notice when a point of eqilibrium is reached and my partners are literally supporting all my weight. At this point I can begin to move around the mat. The motion feels almost like skating. There is no weight on my feet yet my partners are unable to keep me from moving at will.