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r1z08 Inner circle 1158 Posts |
Hey guys, I just wanted to get your input on this. Every once in a while when I walk up to a group of people and begin to perform a routine that I have done litterally thousands of times and know it by heart, I find that my hands will begin to quiver and shake like I am nervous. I don't feel nervous (ie. butterflies in the stomach), but it's like my hands are. This does not necessarilly happen with my first group of people either. It could be my tenth performance for my tenth crowd and suddenly my hands start to shake like I'm being interrigated by the Spanish Inquisition! What's the deal? It's really annoying and it comes across like I do not know what I am doing. Does anyone have any good insight on how to make this stop? Thanks!
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paisa23 Inner circle 7293 Posts |
If it was something that was happening ALL the time, oppose to the tenth time I would just say nervs. But it might actually be something. I don't know what to tell you but I wanted to reply so you didn't think it was a stupid question.
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r1z08 Inner circle 1158 Posts |
Paisa23: Thanks for the reply. It's really strange because it's only something that has been happening to me quite recently. I'm sure it probably happened just one time and now I've got the seed growing in my head that it is always going to happen so I am sure it's something psychological. I am just now sure how to get it out of my head if that really is what is causing it.
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paisa23 Inner circle 7293 Posts |
I had something simmilar after a while of not performing for laypeople. When ever I would I begin to sweat something fierce. But one day it went away. I mean it wasnt nerveousness, I don't think but it was strange. best of luck.
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Perl Veteran user Taiwan 376 Posts |
I guess its normaly... I have been through the same situation as you.. it just shake. probably the hands are too tired. go for some gym may help. haha.
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sjdavison Inner circle Surrey, UK 1379 Posts |
Possibly its a psychological thing - if you have noticed perhaps an 'intimidating' group earlier on (this could be any number of things), then it will affect you.
More likely, however, is that you are either dehydrated, or low blood sugar. Often when working in a hot environment, moving around and performing can be hot work, and we don't have time to eat or drink. I suggest having an energy drink stashed somewhere, to top up the energy. It will also stop you feeling flat. I hope this helps. Simon |
abc Inner circle South African in Taiwan 1081 Posts |
It depends on what you do. Have you ever felt your legs shake uncontrollably after some exercise. It is just the muscles getting tired. If you are doing a lot of sleights in a very short time your muscles may not be ready for the strecth. If you are not doing many sleights then it is something else. It could just be psychological.
Check also what you eat before you perform. If you are hungry or thirsty it may cause a little hand tremble or if andrenalin is running thru your veins that could also cause it - excitement. |
Miker New user Philadelphia PA Area 11 Posts |
Great responses from all above however, one very important idea was missed - See your Doctor about it. I agree that blood sugar could be the problem. Hand trembling is a sign of low blood sugar. But it could also be other problems.
I am not trying to alarm you but it is always safer to seek the advice of a Doctor when it comes to your health. My $0.02. I hope it helps. Miker |
paisa23 Inner circle 7293 Posts |
"No No you better not go....Becuase if you go there going to find something wrong with you.."LOL I love that from the George Lopez show. But yeah you could check it out.
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sjdavison Inner circle Surrey, UK 1379 Posts |
Agreed Miker, but no point panicking prematurely. Try eating and drinking properly - if the problem persists, then seek advice.
My two cents, people often go to the doctors when they really don't need to! (not saying that serious conditions should be ignored, but a degree of common sense is good!) Si |
r1z08 Inner circle 1158 Posts |
Really great advice here guys and very much appreciated! I've had friends tell me to have a quick stiff drink before performing to ease the nerves a bit, but I never thought that was such a good idea to perform while feeling out of my head. This happened to me again the other night and I found that if I chew on some gum (maybe it's the sugar or maybe it just keeps my mind away from thinking too hard about what I am doing) my hands stopped shaking completely! I'm still not sure why it would happen randomly throughout the night, though the input that you guys gave me does make sense. Speeking of sense, this topic was about $0.16. You guys can just put that on my tab......thanks again.
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
DOCTOR?
Ok hold up guys. What is happening is simply a "fight or flight" response in the body. We are simple animals and that is what is triggered. Your body has 2 responses fight or flight that is it. So for these to happen your body produces adrenaline. If you are working for a night going on and off it will happen. It is uncontrolable and physical. Most completly ignore it, or get over it because once the body is in the situation it stops with the response. The shaking and sweating and the stomach knots is all related. Do a search on the internet of the response and you will be amazed at the body changes you go through. Your stomach actually shuts down during this response because no energy will be produced for a while. Blood is rerouted, extra oxygen is pumped in the muscles. It is amazing. It is simply your bodies way of being at its best or better. The shaking is when it all goes to normal and is wearing off. Drink water, eat well before the shows, and know what is going on. IF you want too see a doctor, but I am not sure it is the first thing I would do. PM me and I can explain a lot better, not enough room here.
Danny Doyle
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