Chapter 27...this lesson is deadly...
Chapter 27...this lesson is deadly...
The students followed suit, and immediately a chorus of groans erupted.
"Holy crap, I can't lift my leg!"
"My back! My old back!"
"How am I going to maintain my balance? I'm going to fall!"
Shen Li followed suit and discovered that her flexibility and core strength were far worse than she had imagined.
As soon as he got into position, standing on one leg, lifting the other leg back, and leaning forward, he swayed like a leaf in the wind and almost fell over.
Teacher Du walked over, looked at him, and shook his head: "Your core isn't engaged. Engage your abdominal muscles, tense them like you've been punched."
Shen Li gritted her teeth and did as instructed, finally managing to steady herself, but her legs had already started to tremble.
Teacher Du then walked over to Xiao Zhao, watched her stretch her legs, and nodded: "Your flexibility is good. But you need to pay attention to the position of your hips, make sure they are straight, not crooked."
As he spoke, he reached out and gently supported Xiao Zhao's hips, helping her adjust her position. His hand, long and strong, rested on Xiao Zhao's hip bones, which were encased in yoga shorts.
Xiao Zhao blushed slightly and said in a low voice, "Thank you, Teacher Du."
Teacher Du nodded expressionlessly and continued her rounds.
Shen Li gritted her teeth and persevered while observing.
This teacher, Mr. Du, may seem gentle, but he is actually extremely strict.
Moreover, when correcting movements, he treats boys and girls equally, touching them wherever he feels comfortable, without any hesitation, but his eyes are always professional and clear, without a trace of ulterior motives.
This kind of teacher is actually the hardest to deal with. Because they are genuinely just teaching, you don't even have a chance to complain that they have "ulterior motives".
After warming up, Shen Li felt like she was about to fall apart.
"Alright, next, let's do a basic physical exercise... walking," Teacher Du said. "Don't think walking is simple. How to walk steadily, beautifully, and with grace is an art."
He had the students line up and walk one by one from one end of the classroom to the other, while he observed and commented on their actions.
When it was Yun Yiyi's turn, she walked out gracefully.
Her curvaceous figure, accentuated by the black dress, swayed gracefully as she moved.
Her steps were neither hurried nor slow, her waist swayed gently, and her hips swayed naturally. Her two long, beautiful legs, clad in black stockings, took turns stepping out, and her high heels clicked on the floor with a strong rhythm.
She exudes a cold, aloof, and unapproachable aura.
Teacher Du nodded after watching: "The rhythm is good, and the presence is strong. But it's a bit too 'stiff.' Relax a bit. Walking isn't a fashion show; being natural is the most important thing."
Yun Yiyi nodded slightly.
When it was Jiang Li's turn, she walked out wearing a tight-fitting dance costume.
Her steps were light and powerful, each one perfectly timed, her body upright, shoulders and back straight, exuding strength and rhythm. Her muscular legs and rounded hips were on full display as she walked.
Teacher Du nodded approvingly: "Very good. Stable core, powerful strides, and a strong sense of rhythm. This is how an actor should walk."
When it was Xiao Zhao's turn, she walked out wearing a pink sports vest and gray yoga shorts. Her two long, straight, white legs swayed gracefully as she walked.
Her hips swayed gently, and the round, full curves of her hips were faintly visible beneath her shorts.
She seemed a little nervous, and her steps were a bit unsteady.
Teacher Du frowned: "Don't be nervous, relax. Imagine you're walking on the beach, feeling the wind, and in a pleasant mood."
Xiao Zhao took a deep breath, adjusted his state, and felt much better this time.
When it was Shen Li's turn, he took a deep breath and walked out. He tried to recall Jiang Li's feelings, attempting to walk more steadily and with more strength.
Teacher Du watched for a few seconds and then called out, "Shen Li, you're walking, not rushing to a market. Your pace is too fast, and you're losing your balance. Slow down and feel each step."
Shen Li slowed down and walked through it again.
"It's still too fast. Also, your upper body is too stiff. Walking isn't just about using your legs; it's about engaging your whole body."
Teacher Du walked over, stood behind Shen Li, and placed her hand on his shoulder. "Relax. Feel your shoulder blades, let them sway naturally with your steps."
That hand was warm and strong, and a sense of pressure emanated from it through the T-shirt.
Shen Li tried to relax her shoulders and walked through it again.
"A little better. But your hips are still not involved."
Teacher Du came over again, and this time, he placed his hands on either side of Shen Li's hip bones.
"When walking, your hips should swing naturally, like a pendulum. It's not about deliberately twisting; it happens naturally as your center of gravity shifts."
That hand rested on Shen Li's hip bone, gently guiding him to sway in rhythm with his walking.
Shen Li felt like a puppet, being manipulated by Teacher Du. Although he knew this was a teaching session, the sight of a grown man's hand on his crotch still made him extremely uncomfortable.
More importantly, he saw in the mirror that all his classmates were looking at him, and several girls were covering their mouths and giggling.
Jing Yang laughed the loudest, his eyes clearly saying, "Dude, you've finally met your match!"
Finally, Teacher Du was satisfied and patted him on the shoulder: "Not bad, you've improved. Remember this feeling and practice more."
Shen Li felt as if she had been granted a pardon and quickly slipped back to the group.
Jing Yang leaned closer, suppressing a laugh in a low voice: "Holy crap, Shen Li, Teacher Du is giving you a hip massage? Hahaha, this treatment of yours is hilarious!"
"Laugh at my ass!" Shen Li gritted her teeth. "That's called teaching! Professional teaching!"
"Yes, yes, professional teaching." Jing Yang winked. "It's just that the seating arrangement is a bit awkward, isn't it?"
Just as Shen Li was about to retort, Teacher Du's voice rang out: "Jingyang, it's your turn. Stop chatting."
Jing Yang's face fell, and he walked out.
As a result, he walked even worse than Shen Li. His hands and feet moved in unison, his steps were stiff, like a robot.
Teacher Du frowned: "You're walking, not following a procedure. Relax!"
Jingyang tried to relax, but only became more stiff.
Teacher Du sighed, walked over, and began to correct Jingyang's posture hand in hand. She massaged his shoulders, back, and hips... After the whole process, Jingyang's face turned bright red.
Shen Li was in the group, laughing so hard her stomach hurt.
Yang Yi asked in a low voice, "Shen Li, why does this physical education class feel even more tiring than military training?"
"Military training is physically tiring, but this thing is mentally and physically exhausting," Shen Li sighed. "Especially when Teacher Du's 'professional hands' are touching you all over, you don't know whether to enjoy it or feel uncomfortable."
When it was the boys' turn, Ms. Du was noticeably stricter.
When it was the girls' turn, he was still strict, but when correcting their movements, his hand placement was noticeably more "proper," mostly on their shoulders, backs, and arms—the "safe areas."
Shen Li noticed this detail and mentally labeled Teacher Du: "Teacher Du is highly professional, strict and fair, and maintains an appropriate distance from female students. Strategy: Study diligently, complain less. This person is professional and deserves respect."
Finally, the physical education class ended. Shen Li felt that every muscle in her body was sore, and she could barely walk.
Jing Yang collapsed to the ground, saying, "I can't take it anymore... This class... is too much..."
Yang Yi was also exhausted, but he still insisted on standing. Dai Xiao... Dai Xiao was actually doing alright. Although he usually stayed at home, he seemed to exercise in private and had good physical fitness.
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