Round they went. Nicholas’s eyes followed.
“Now give me a trot. Nice easy movement.- Wait for the command! Stay on the balls of your feet, keep in step. Prepare... and Trot!”
There was a slight hesitation in the group but Lauren, eager to please, moved off confidently and within a few paces, the whole line was moving relatively smoothly.
“Extend, Evan! Close it up!” And after another half circuit, Nicholas called, “Shorten your stride, Lauren,” which made it easier for the rest, who were all shorter than the brunette.
“Keep it going. Rhythm. Nice and easy... Shar, get off your heels... And... Walk!”
The line slowed.
“Don’t lose the rhythm! Find your pacing. Natalie, get back in step. Spacing... spacing...”
The women worked to perfect their formation over two more circuits as their b
