Correct activation and use of the gluteal muscles in a dancer.
Summary: It is often asked in regards to ballet training how hard the bottom muscles should be working. This article makes a distinction between the turn-out and gluteal muscles and…
How to Treat Achilles Tendon Injuries in a dancer
Summary: Problems in the Achilles tendon are common in dancers and it is a generally poorly understood injury in many dance circles. Lisa Howell in this article summarises the key…
Developing strength and improving the height of leg in a developp.
Summary: Many dancers have amazing flexibility when stretching, but find it hard to use this when dancing, especially with a developp. This article outlines a simple floor exercise aimed at…
Can Dancing Heal?
Summary: Dance give us plenty of room for self-expression and can be powerful in helping the body and mind to be stimulated. It's all about movement and music and you.
How to become a Vegas Showgirl
Summary: Many young girls dream of growing up to become dancers, and becoming a Vegas Showgirl is how many dancers get their starts.
Developing effective abdominal control and core strength in dancers.
Summary: The deep abdominal and back muscles are critical for a dancer to maintain good posture and strength throughout class and performance. Lisa Howell, dance physiotherapist, outlines the need for…
Dealing with Bunions En Pointe
Summary: Many girls who start on pointe are scared that they will get bunions from doing pointe work. If a bunion is present it can cause real problems with fitting…
All a dancer needs to know about patellofemoral knee pain.
Summary: : Pain under the kneecap is a common issue in the dance population. It may often be caused by a rolling-in of the feet or the knees. This pain…
The Value Of Online Community In Dance Education
Summary: The recent surge in information technology has allowed the wonderful development of an online dance community. This allows the sharing of information and advice among dancers all over the…
Improving the height of demi-pointe in a dancer.
Summary: An essential component of Classical Ballet is having ample strength in the feet to get into a high demi-pointe (or pointe) position. Gaining this position is essential for correct…