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Walking In 4-Inch Heels

2010-07-25T00:54:44Z

Hello Everyone; To continue on…with the information regarding the Physics Behind Walking In Heels. Again, thanks for Jess Kofold for her research into the Physics and scientific research explaining what role heels have in creating the infamous high=heeled gait, or strut. Unfortunately, the dynamics behind these shoes also explains the pain associated with wear. The good news is this. New shoes are now being designed that will help mitigate the negative effects of the physics behind these shoes. Also, I have been working on creating a more comfortable way to walk in the higher heels, and I will explain how this is accomplished, at the end of this article.

We reviewed the Sance, Upper Body and Lower Body.

Next, is Bounce.

During normal stance, body weight is spread evenly from the heel and ball of the foot. So, the center of pressure (COP), which is the average location on the foot where the most weight is distributed, is located in the middle of the foot. When standing in a heel, pressure moves toward the ball of the foot. On a high heel, 90% of the weight is focused on the ball of the foot. When walking in heels, the COP’s location at the ball causes the contact phase to be felt mostly by the ball and the push-off phase is performed almost entirely from the ball. This transforms the smooth step sequence into a more “jerky” stride. (Picture the difference between a ball that is bounced rather than rolled). When rolling the ball. there is a smooth transition between different parts of the ball touching the ground, just like shifting between steps of the ground and feeling most of the impact, similar to the ball of the foot in a heeled shoe. Just like the basketball, having the contact phase felt by mostly one section creates a walk with bounce to it.

Speed:

Each gait cycle in a heeled shoe is faster than cycles in flat ones because of the shift in the center of gravity. “To initiate a walking step, you lean forward until you lose your stability. You begin to fall forward, and you step with one foot to catch your fall and reestablish your stability”. Because a shift in the center of gravity makes a person less stable in heels, stability is lost more quickly when walking in high-0heels instead of flat shoes. More gait cycles are covered in a given distance, so someone walking in heels has very quick steps that cover a short distance.

Sway:

Aside from the quick, bouncy step, the supermodel walk needs showy hip swaying, better known as a sashay. Once again, the shift in the center of gravity is the main cause of this action. Pelvis and hip movement contribute greatly to maintaining balance and standing posture by exerting continuous muscular action to ensure equilibrium When walking in heels, the muscular action taken is turning the hips and pelvic region more, scientifically known as “torque”. The new cat walk, was actually created….because of the newer 4 inch heels. The main purpose of the cat walk is to keep itself balanced. The hip swaying, swift bouncy strides, and pro9minent stance are all in reaction to the shift in centers of gravity or pressure. The illusion of muscular legs, on the other hand, is a result of positioning of the heel of the foot.

Now, most TG women have muscular legs, and this is a positive in helping with balance. However, it is important for all TG women to practice moving their center of gravity, into their hips. I teach my clients, hip sways and hip rolls (like a belly dancer) to help “open up and move the pelvic/hip area”. Also, to avoid the supermodel walk, for your everyday life……it is important to practice creating “your” balance…using your shoulders and head. Just as many women, have carried water pots on their heads (and books on their heads in modeling school) this head balance, helps maintain balance when walking in higher heels. In Vol 1 I speak about feeling a string of energy going through your body, up and out the top of your head. As if there were a string pulling you UP from the top of your head. Pulling your inner energy up. This was the most important lesson I learned when practicing walking in heels. I did not have balance as a teen age girl. In modeling school, learning to pull this energy field UP from my pelvic through my chest and out the top of my head…was the answer for me to obtain a balanced, graceful walk. Centered. Balanced. Holding your chin up. Feeling the “spirit” in your feet and upper thighs, while you reach with your upper thigh and foot on each step. Feeling the string pulling you up– inside your body, lifting you up, creates the same effect as–using your shoulders for balance or using a book on your head. In addition, this helps you pull your chin back and parallel to the floor, using your eyes to glance down…to see better.

Now that you understand the Physics Behind Physique, get your favorite pair of heels and strut your stuff! Or, come and work with me privately. This is not easy for everyone, and it looks silly…when we can’t walk well in heels! I know, I was one of those girls who had to learn!

Denae

Several new terms for a mans identity

2010-07-17T03:07:25Z

Hello All;

Its been a long time coming, but men are finally getting many catagories–their idenity can fit into…other than John Wayne macho.

Now, we have the Metrosexual and the Ubersexual.

(Goggle both terms…as there are lots of articles).

Please read the two new catagories for straight men!

I am not sure if there is a TG that may be out there…that fits into one of these …but I wanted you to be aware of it, if needed. Denae

The Cosmopolitan: Metrosexuals – Straight Men with Clean Shirts -

Then, my dear ladies, you need to call in a metrosexual. I interviewed a local metrosexual recently, a man who can dress, speak articulately and knows the secrets of moderate hair product. When asked what makes a metrosexual he replied, “Style. … Definitely style, we know how to dress and we care about how others perceive us.

www.ramcigar.com/news/2007/02/27/Editorialopinion/The-C… www.ramcigar.com/news/2007/02/27/Editorialopinion/The-Cosmopolitan.Metrosexuals.Straight.Men.With.Clean.Shirts-2744524.shtml

Ubersexuals Leaving Metrosexuals at the Spa – Celebrity Gossip |

Fox Features: Ubersexuals Leaving Metrosexuals at the Spa, Author says women are looking for a return to manlier men. … He’s the ubersexual (search) — the man who can talk fashion with women but also compete for them with the fireman at the bar.

www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,173150,00.html

Ubersexual: The New Masculine Ideal?

The authors who popularized the term … Now the “ubersexual” is replacing the metrosexual, Salzman writes in The Future of Men, a book she co-authored with Ira Matathia and Ann O’Reilly. … In contrast, they claim the ubersexual is less concerned with fashion and more inclined to develop his own sense of style.

men.webmd.com/features/ubersexual-new-masculine-ideal?p… men.webmd.com/features/ubersexual-new-masculine-ideal?pagenumber=3

Labels for men – AskMen.com

What Is Ubersexual? … What Is Ubersexual?. Modern men – Credit: iStockPhoto.com … ubersexual men…

www.askmen.com/daily/austin_100/145_fashion_style.html

California Living TG Conference SF ~ in 2 days

2010-07-07T19:34:34Z

Hello Everyone, It is time to get all my clothes packed and drive to SF~

to the Pacific Coast Living TG Conference in SF at the Convention Center of Hwy 101.

This is a new TG conference in SF, great speakers, dinner and dance. Of course…lots of clubs for the girls to party! Come next year!

Take a look at their web site, www.PacificCoastLivingConference.com

See you there!

Denae

CrossDressing Picture Gallery

2010-07-06T19:18:18Z

Hello Everyone, I was sent this lin k, for girls who want to post their photos! This seems to be a very popular site,.

Have Fun!

Denae

CrossDressing Picture Gallery.com

Lots of other Cross Dressers, have already submitted their sites. To sign up send them a picture of yourself and your URL from their enrollment page. You will be listed in seconds. Unique Search Feature to find other girls your age with your interests! HELP FOR NEW GIRLS!

Walking In 4 Inch Heels!

2010-06-30T19:29:18Z

Hello All-

So many of you email me directly, instead of posting on the site. If you’re unable to post, please email me and tell me if something is wrong on the blog. I don’t see what you see!!

Next, so many of you have emailed me regarding walking in the new 4 inch heels. I have decided to give this as my next new Seminar At Pacific Coast Living Conference, in San Francisco, CA July 10th 2010. If you’re in the area, bring your highest heels, and come join us! Herewith some suggestions ~ on walking~ from a recent email.

Hello Claudia. I love your question. I am filming a new DVD on how to walk in heels, due to the new 4-inch heel that is on the market. Yes, it is difficult to walk with the heel toe, when wearing the 4-inch heel.

Here is what I want you to do. Take smaller steps. Reach with your lead foot (the foot which has no weight on it)–and..here is the important change… instead of using the standard heel toe, heel toe technique–step out, place your weight on the ball of your foot.

Next, practice allowing very little weight going into your feet. If you need to use your arms for balance, then do so. As long as they are feminine. I use my shoulders, for better balance. See what works for you, to obtain balance. If you feel your shoulders while walking, you will find…they keep your center of gravity. Next, practice pointing your toe. Yes, it sounds silly, but many men do not know how to arch their foot while pointing their toe (such as a ballet point). This is very important, when wearing heels…and avoids the flat-foot walk (which most tg’s have). While watching television, simple stretch your toe and point it. You will find, as your arch stretches out, you can wear heels..while placing wait on the ball of your foot.

Many tg women, do better with a lower heel shoe, as they are more comfortable with placing their foot (flat foot gait) striking on the heel….since this is how they walk in “guy mode”. So, concentrate on arch and toe stretching, and balance while walking. Also, select a pair of heels, which has lots of strap support. The newer shoes, acutally have a platform glued ….to the OUTSIDE BOTTOM of the ball of the shoe, will be much easier WALK IN 4-5 INCH HEELS. Many of the higher quality 4 inch heels, will have a small platform glued to the outside of the ball of the shoe, just look for them when shopping! Next, do exercises, where you’re wearing no shoes. Stand flat, then lift up onto the balls of your feet–really stretching your foot, ankle and arch. Repeat 20 times. This is great for helping your ankle, to be stronger….to support your stride while wearing 4-5 inch high heels. Watch many tg women walk in heels, they just don’t have graceful steps. Walking flat foot… throws off their entire body–throwing their shoulders down..the way men walk…heavy shoulders and upper arms! Eeeek. Don’t do that. I am attempting to film this seminar, and will have it out in download for you soon. See in SF! I bet my heels will be higher than you’re heels~ Lets have fun!

Denae

Remember These Points:

Don’t look down, keep your head up.

Remember, chest and breasts lifted up, shoulders back, head back, and your chin parallel to the floor, while reaching out with the upper thigh and placing the ball of the foot directly down. By lifting all the weight UP and OUT of your waist while walking your hips free of any weight…therefore you are able to have a controlled hip swing– as they have only a small amount of weight in them. This allows you to control the degree of swing in your hips.

For all of you, who have purchased Vol 1, go back and review my walking segment. I demonstrate how to use a pole pointed down, in front of one foot…while tilting the pole downward with each step. This determines the correct “length” you should step…in relationship to the length of your arm reach. When your legs and arms are coordinated, you can change your walk to short casual steps, medium, or long. However, as of this printing, I have begun having my taller TG clients, simply cupp their hands slightly behind their hips, this allows them to not have a long arm swing with their gait, and it hides some of their hands. Try walking, with both arm/hand techniques–with bent elbow and some arm swing, and then try bent elbows with hands hanging loosly behind your hips. See which works better for you!

Let me know how your practice time goes!

Hugs,

Denae

Spouse Of TG

2010-06-30T18:22:52Z

I would love to know, what questions you have. Please do, type in the comment box next to the date!!

I would like to know, if you would like to discuss the wife, partner?

Denae

San Francisco, TG Convention…..NEW and FUN July 10

2010-06-29T10:16:35Z

Hello All, I will be speaking next Saturday, at the New Pacfic Coast Living TG Conference. You have to type in Living….Pacific Coast Living Conference .

Take a look, at their web site. If you can’t travel to work with me in Santa Cruz, do email me and perhaps we can do a short mini consultation, while at the convention!

Great speakers, then dinner and dance Sat night. This is their first year, and you will need to stay in your own hotel, which keeps the cost of the conference board, down….as they don’t have to reserve 100 rooms for a year…with a hugh down payment. So, if you’re in the area, or if you’re close and can come by for one night…you will enjoy the conference and hear some of the best speakers who are flying in,—ask for a private consultation with them, while there. The New Northern CA TG Hub, which I put together…will all be there–we are all in the SF and San Jose area, and we include: Denae Doyle, Dr. Joel Beck, Dr. Marci Bowers )moved here last month from CO) Dr. John O’Dea who is the only endo using bio adentical hormones, and of course..Dr. Dolug Osterhout is in the SF area.

Come to my seminar! I have so many new things to show…I am excited!

Leave your Comment or Reply….Below. Your email will not show.

Denae

denaedoyle@femimage.com

Quality Wigs ~ Are Best To Use ~ If You Really Are Interested In Blending In

2010-06-18T21:37:57Z

Often, when I work with a serious full time client, one of the most important areas to work on…is their wig, hair. Many intend on a full transition, wearing a $90.00 synthetic wig, which they have worn for several years. However, with a full time transition it is very important to budget and save for this one important investment. Why spend thousands on facial surgery, to wear a rayon wig that screams WIG! This is the one accessory you will wear every time you walk out the door. Lets realize (even on a genetic woman) most can tell if she is wearing a bad wig. They are too thick, to curly, and they shine (since they are made of rayon which is the same texture as carpet).

If you prefer human hair wig, I send my clients to a quality wig “salon” not wig “shop” in San Francisco–Hanson Fontana. I have Hanson Fontana, prepare several colors of wigs, so you try on each color against your skin and eye tone. Each colored wig will not be cut…as they custom cut the style and shape on your head! When I am selecting a wig color for a client, I begin with adding in a thin layer of dark roots, next adding the lowest (darkest) color for your base color (your low light), which is close to the color of your eyebrows and lashes. The third color is highlights in ash, golden, or reddish blonde. These custom colored wigs look beautiful and natural. No one has one color of hair, so why would a wig?

Hanson Fontana uses Cyberhair, and the next blog, better explains why they use this type of hair in their wigs (and partials). If you’re coming to San Francisco to work with me on a private consultation, we can include a trip to Hanson Fontana.

Hair that moves in the wind, bounces when you walk!

I have so much to share with serious TG women, on other ideas on wigs. Check my next blog.

Denae

For Wide Feet ~ Try These Feminine Shoes On For Size!

2010-06-17T22:31:17Z

For Wide Feet ~Try These Feminine Shoes On for Size!

One size fits all doesn’t work when your feet aren’t average, which is why shoes used to come in several widths. These days womens shoe sizes seem to run average (B), so you must be guided mostly by brand: Certain lines are better for broader feet, others for slim ones (and there are a few considerate makers that continue to produce shoes in a range of widths. Whatever your feet need, here’s how to hit your stride.

Wide Feet

What to look for:

Suede or soft calfskin that stretches where you need it
More covered styles—broad feet “spill” out of bare, low-cut shoes
Moderately pointy toes to add length (but beware shoes that narrow radically in front; they can trigger pinched nerves)
Shoes the same color as your skin, to make feet seem less prominent (great for TG women)
Nonbinding design—feet bulge unattractively around straps
Boots with stretch fabric, no zipper.

Where to find:

Alejandro Ingelmo (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Anyi Lu (www.piperlime.com); Ara (www.tiptopshoes.com); Birkenstock (www.zappos.com); Dansko (www.zappos.com); Ecco (www.zappos.com); Finn Comfort (www.zappos.com); Gucci (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Guillaume Hinfray (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Helle Comfort (www.zappos.com); Henry Beguelin (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Henry Cuir (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Hush Puppies (www.piperlime.com); Jimmy Choo (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); KORS Michael Kors (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Manolo Blahnik Classics (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Marina Rinaldi (Marina Rinaldi, NYC; 212-734-4333); Mephisto (www.tiptopshoes.com); Merrell (www.tiptopshoes.com); Nina (www.nordstrom.com); Pedro Garcia (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Robert Clergerie (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Rockport (www.piperlime.com); Thierry Rabotin (www.tiptopshoes.com); Think! (www.zappos.com); Tod’s (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Tory Burch (www.bergdorfgoodman.com) For TG Women who need larger sizes, there are many speciality shoe sites, you can search. If you have found a site or store you like, please email and share. I will post for others.

For Narrow Feet Feet

Narrow Feet Or Long Feet

What to look for:

A well-fitting heel—too loose and you’ll wobble (and risk a sprained ankle)
Straps, laces or ties, so that you can adjust the shoe for a closer fit if necessary
Leather rather than suede (the latter is too yielding to give adequate support)
Round toes, which make very long, thin feet look more in proportion

Where to find:

Azzedine Alaia (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); BCBGirls (www.nordstrom.com);
BCBGirls (www.nordstrom.com);
Bottega Veneta (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Chanel (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Christian Louboutin (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Delman (www.piperlime.com); Fendi (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Franco Sarto (www.nordstrom.com); Isaac Mizrahi (www.piperlime.com); Jean Michel Cazabat (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Kate Spade (www.neimanmarcus.com); Lanvin (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Manolo Blahnik Collection (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Marc by Marc Jacobs (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Marc Jacobs (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Michael Kors Collection (www.bergdorfgoodman.com); Miu Miu (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-206-1272); Pierre Hardy (Jeffrey New York, NYC; 212-753-7300); Rene Caovilla (Bergdorf Goodman, NYC; 212-753-7300); Yves Saint Laurent (www.bergdorfgoodman.com)

O Magazine on line, thank you for this wonderful information! Denae Doyle

Breast Form Store ~ Try The Newest Look in Swim Suits

2010-06-10T02:00:58Z

Hello from Denae. Gosh, I have to repeat myself! The Breast Form Store, has fabulous swim suits for the TG woman…and breast froms perfect for the pool or beach. Check their new products and their low prices!

Denae