Bones of The Body
These muscles make up the core or middle section of the body.
What are abdominals?
What muscle group is used the most during a releve?
What is the calf muscles? (soleus/gastrocnemius)
These muscles make up the upper part of the leg in front.
What are the quadriceps?
When do we use the core muscles in dance?
Almost always, name any step
These make up the lower part of the leg
What is tibia and fibula
These muscles are often referred to as the "calf muscles"
What are the gastrocnemius and soleus?
What are two of the postural check points?
ears over shoulders, shoulders over ribs, ribs over hips, hips over knees, knees over toes
The actual name of the shoulder blade.
What is scapula?
These three main muscles make up the upper part of the arm.
What are the biceps triceps and deltoid?
Name one reason alignment is important in dance
Prevent injury, dance with proper technique, make the dance look nice, etc.
What is the humerus?
These are your large back muscles
What is the latissimus dorsi?
Why is it important to stretch and strengthen muscles as a dancer?
Injury prevention, be a well rounded dancer, have power and flexibility etc.