safe dance practices Flashcards
(12 cards)
why is warming up important
prevents injury
improves performance
enhanced flexibility/range of motion
what is involved in warming up
cardio, gentle circles to loosen joints
why is stretching important
aid recovery
prepare you to dance
what is involved in stretching
dynamic stretches: controlled and active movements
why is cooling down important
prevents injury/soreness
increases your flexibility overtime
what is involved in cooling down
gentle cardio
static stretching: holding a stretch
why are components of fitness important
allows a dancer to perform at their peak
what is involved in the components of fitness
- strength
- flexibility
- coordination
- cardiovascular endurance
- muscular endurance
why are technical skills important
allows a dancer to perform efficiently and smoothly with confidence
what is involved in technical skills
alignment
breadth of movement
control
precision
quality of line
why are posture and alignment important
prevent injury
correct positioning of the skeleton allowing you to dance efficiently
what is involved in posture and alignment
main body weights
- skull
- thorax
- pelvis
