I am Megg Wilson. A 19 year old girl living in South Africa. I can't live by without dancing, books and shoes. Read more about me...
...in Dancing on Jan 5th, 09. Have your say!
Stretching is an important part in any athlete or dancers life. Here are a few basic points to remember to keep in mind next time you stretch.
Always hold stretches for 20-30 seconds, slowly increase to 60 seconds.
Give your muscles resting time (break for a few seconds in-between stretches).
Vary your stretching techniques.
Never bounce [...]
...in Dancing on Jan 4th, 09. Have your say!
Ballistic Stretching
This is stretching by using your own body’s momentum (bouncing) to force yourself beyond your normal abilities. This is a very dangerous type of stretching and is not suggested as it does not allow your muscles to adjust in the position they are being stretched and can lead to injuries.
Dynamic Stretching
Dynamic stretching involves slow [...]
...in Dancing on Nov 26th, 08. 3 people have had their say!
I’m the one second from the left (the one without shoes on). My feet grew too quickly when I was little so I had to perform in socks…ha ha ha.
...in Dancing on Nov 11th, 08. Have your say!
Well we got our Modern and Tap exam results back today and I’m not too pleased with what my students got. I know they could have done better and I think they know it too.
It’s almost time for the show…eek…it’s this weekend already. There is still soooo much to do. I don’t even know where [...]
...in Dancing, General on Nov 5th, 08. Have your say!
Well lately I have been a lot quieter (on all fronts) than I usually am. I haven’t even been tweeting much or even considering updating my Facebook status.
This is all because of exams. Not University exams (like the ones I’m meant to be studying for now), but rather dancing exams. The worst part is i [...]
