Injury Prevention
allows you to do activity for longer, reduces chronic pain
How do you fuel your body to feel your best?
eat and hydrate
How does dance manage stress?
releases built up tension
How should you act when attending a dance show?
quietly watching, not recording, wait to move till dance is done, clap at the end
Name 2 cool down exercises
meditation, laying down, any stretches
Why should you prioritize sleep?
time for your body and mind to rest
How does dance boost self confidence?
Accomplishing something new
Prove to yourself you can learn new things
If performing it builds courage
front performers right corner of stage
downstage right
Name 2 warm up exercises
jumping jacks, marches, sit ups, push ups, stretches
yoga and dance cardio
How does dance better your mood?
Releases endorphins and serotonin- chemicals in your body that make you happy
Allows you to let go of the stress bettering your mood
Allows you to "say" what you're feeling without words
Music can boost emotions
back performers left corner of stage
upstage left
Why is warm up and cool down important?
to prevent injury or burn out
What does it mean when someone says listen to your body?
How does dance teach you self awareness?
teaches you to notice posture, balance, and coordination
When expressing your feelings through movement you then tune into how you really are feeling
Focuses on mind body connection
Allows you to have self-reflection
middle of stage
center stage
What is an example of locomotive movement?
skipping, running, anything where you are moving around
What is a type of dance cardio?
zumba
Name 2 life skills dance teaches you
Time management
Attention to detail
Discipline
Perseverance
Creativity
from the audiences perspective the left side of the stage
stage right