Hello from Sally, beginner in DC

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Hi there. Sally from DC here, entering into the community at the ripe old age of 62.

I want to play Let It Be, ThunderRoad, and Least Complicated. Some day!

I am feeling hopeful! Among many things, I want to get more comfortable playing (wrist, finger span) and find out if currently crossing legs when holding guitar is a-ok.

Already working on A, D & B. Thanks Justin!

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Welcome to the community Sally. I can respond to the question about crossing legs, at least from my experience. I was playing quite a bit with my legs crossed, right ankle resting on left knee, to raise the guitar a little. I finally figured out that it was hurting my right hip. I found that it was better to lower my chair and possibly raise my leg by resting my right foot on something raised.

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Thanks so much for the reply. I was thinking it was a bad habit to start. I’ll try your idea of a cushion under my right foot.

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Welcome to the community Sally.

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Hi Sally and welcome. I often cross my legs and it feels comfortable to me.

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Hi Sally,
You’ve found a great place to learn to play guitar. Justin’s lessons are done very well. Follow them and you’ll be on your way for sure.

As for the cross your leg thing.
I do it often. But I put knee over knee. It does give me a bit of elevation for the guitar.
That said, I’m quite sure I got poor posture, my back hurts and I slump when I walk… Perhaps I’m not the one to give advise on knee crossing?
I just want to be comfortable when I’m playing. I mean I am doing this for fun, and if knees crossed makes it fun for me, it makes no difference.
That said. When I am really concentrating on playing my guitar, When I’m learning something new. I confess, I put both feet and the ground. I suppose it is more the proper way to hold a guitar.

Have a great time on the forum. Ask any question of others you want. Folks here love to talk about guitars and music.

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Hi Sally, welcome to the community. I use a foam yoga block sometimes to raise my leg, since it is about the right height.

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Welcome Sally!

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hi Sally,
welcome here and i wish you a lot of fun :smiling_face_with_sunglasses:

greeting,rogier

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Hi Sally enjoy learning guitar, it’s a marathon not a sprint and you will get there, as for crossing legs I do it when using my acoustic not all the time but has no adverse effect for me,

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Hello Sally & Welcome!!!
Good for you to pick up a new hobby… there are lots of “older” learners here & it’s so much fun to be able to play some of your favorite songs!!! You’re in the right place to make those dreams come true! :grin:
Enjoy your guitar Journey & don’t be hesitant to ask questions here in the Community!
Good luck!!! :four_leaf_clover:

Tod from New Mexico

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Welcome aboard Sally! :slightly_smiling_face:
I hope you’ll find good company here to make your guitar journey even more fun! Don’t hesitate to ask if there’s anything we can help with.

I look foward hearing more of you and your progress…sharing and learning from eachother boost our learning and as I wrote it makes it more fun!

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Welcome Sally from newbee to newbee :grinning_face:.
Actually I am still trying diffrent poses to hold my guitar, footrest for right or left foot, both knees up on the sofa (which I know is bad but feels comfy when I am tired and still want to practise a bit) but mostly I do it like you, right leg over left one. I think, everybody probably has to find her/his own way.
Have a good day!

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Hello Sally.

Welcome to JustinGuitar and this fantastic community. There a whole host of golden oldies over in the dog house.
Please take your time to look around and get to know the wider space. View by Categories.

We are a supportive and encouraging group of students and guitarists from across the world. Essentially, we are all here for music and to improve as players. We truly are a ‘community’. Members help and support one another and a friendly, positive attitude underpins this. We hope that all - young or old, experienced or new players - adopt and foster the pay-it-forward ethos that Justin personifies and embedded all those years ago when he started the website and forum.

Also, please make sure to read the Community Etiquette announcement for some important information and guidance.

If you want to record yourself to show your progress and / or seek feedback there is our ever popular Community Recordings section.

Behind the scenes there is a small and dedicated team who work to make the JustinGuitar experience as good as it can be. Check out the Onboarding sessions provided by Fanny.

Justin also has a small group of Approved Teachers he recommends for people wanting 1-to-1 lessons to supplement his courses - of which I am privileged to be one.

We also host regular (virtual) JustinGuitar Community Open Mic events for community members.

That is plenty to be going on with. It is a vast community space so if you need help as you find your way around just ask.

Cheers. Richard
| Approved Teacher & Official Guide / Moderator |
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Hello Sally
Welcome to the community forum :smiling_face:
It’s a great place with lots of friendly, supportive and encouraging people

I know you’ve had a lot of replies already about crossing your legs. I think it depends on how much time you play, or how much you intend to play. It can be difficult to break the habit once established, so probably better not to develop the habit from the start if you can help it. :slight_smile:

Wishing you a lot of fun on your guitar journey :guitar: :sunflower: