Anatomy Notes
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, CONTENTS PAGE
COMPONENTS OF FITNESS & MUSCLES PG 3-8
1. CORE STABILITY PG 3
2. NEUROMUSCULAR SKILLS PG 4
3. ENDURANCE PG 5
4. FLEXIBILITY PG 6
5. STRENGTH PG 7
LIFESTYLE CHOICES PG 9-13
IMPORTANCE OF FOCUS, COMMITMENT & CONCENTRATION PG 14-15
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, COMPONENTS OF FITNESS & MUSCLES
1. CORE STABILITY
DEFINITION:
The strength you have in your torso/trunk, it involves both your
abdominal and back muscles. These muscles must be strong in order
to support the weight of the body and prevent stress on the joints and
spine.
HOW TO DEVELOP CORE STABILITY INSIDE THE DANCE CLASS:
✴ You need to exercise all the muscles that stabilise your spine and pelvis.
✴ Practise good posture in all your exercise throughout your dance class.
✴ Always be present in your dance class so you are aware of how your body is working
and that you are working correctly.
✴ Listen to your teachers' corrections and make sure you apply them to your work.
EXERCISES TO DO OUTSIDE OF THE DANCE CLASS:
Abdominal crunches are a classic core-strength
exercise:
1. Lie on your back and place your feet on the floor
2. Tighten your abdominal muscles.
3. Raise your head and shoulders off the floor.
4. Return to the start position and repeat.
BENEFITS OF HAVING CORE STABILITY:
✴ Maintain good posture throughout your day, not just
in the dance class.
✴ For your body to move more freely without putting
strain on the joints and spine.
✴ To perform powerful movements of the arms and legs.
✴ To be able to have control over your body when performing movements.
✴ To be able to shift your body weight quickly and quick changes of direction
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, CONTENTS PAGE
COMPONENTS OF FITNESS & MUSCLES PG 3-8
1. CORE STABILITY PG 3
2. NEUROMUSCULAR SKILLS PG 4
3. ENDURANCE PG 5
4. FLEXIBILITY PG 6
5. STRENGTH PG 7
LIFESTYLE CHOICES PG 9-13
IMPORTANCE OF FOCUS, COMMITMENT & CONCENTRATION PG 14-15
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, COMPONENTS OF FITNESS & MUSCLES
1. CORE STABILITY
DEFINITION:
The strength you have in your torso/trunk, it involves both your
abdominal and back muscles. These muscles must be strong in order
to support the weight of the body and prevent stress on the joints and
spine.
HOW TO DEVELOP CORE STABILITY INSIDE THE DANCE CLASS:
✴ You need to exercise all the muscles that stabilise your spine and pelvis.
✴ Practise good posture in all your exercise throughout your dance class.
✴ Always be present in your dance class so you are aware of how your body is working
and that you are working correctly.
✴ Listen to your teachers' corrections and make sure you apply them to your work.
EXERCISES TO DO OUTSIDE OF THE DANCE CLASS:
Abdominal crunches are a classic core-strength
exercise:
1. Lie on your back and place your feet on the floor
2. Tighten your abdominal muscles.
3. Raise your head and shoulders off the floor.
4. Return to the start position and repeat.
BENEFITS OF HAVING CORE STABILITY:
✴ Maintain good posture throughout your day, not just
in the dance class.
✴ For your body to move more freely without putting
strain on the joints and spine.
✴ To perform powerful movements of the arms and legs.
✴ To be able to have control over your body when performing movements.
✴ To be able to shift your body weight quickly and quick changes of direction
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