In this class we learn some plank progressions, a more challenging position. We see many common errors when dancers take on plank positions so let’s learn how to do these variations correctly before we progress our core training x
Now we look at core alignment on all fours. A great way to learn to be able to hold yourself steady through the mid section whilst moving limbs.
In this series Fran educates you on what the core is, how to strengthen it and how to integrate it into your dancing. To start we have a short and sweet class x
This class focuses on breathing whilst bracing the muscles of the core: Remember that if you were to chop your arms and legs off thats your core – so lots of muscle groups included. We take this class nice & slowly really feeling into each muscle and their function.
Sticking out your bottom when you dance? this can switch off our glutes, tighten our hips flexors and really lead to a whole host of issues! Try this one and let us know how you get on x
Another great all rounder: The downward facing dog with heel raises will lengthen through the hamstrings, lower legs, mobilise the ankles. Feel free to add to it with the hovers as shown and the extra core activation. 3-5 repetitions will be great!
A wonderful all rounder for dancers.. Activating & lengthening through the hamstrings and firing up the core. Including the glutes, back (for posture) and anterior core.
I believe all dancers should have some glute activation included in their warm up after raising the heart rate pop these into your routine and prepare those hips!