In 1978 the term RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) was devised by Dr. Gabe Mirkin for the treatment of athletic injuries. 40 years later, a lot more research has been done and it has shown that ice is actually harming, rather than healing our bodies! Even Dr Mirkin has recently publicly stated that his recommendations are out-dated! Instead; the BE CALM protocol is preferred – more on that later!
Posture and Dance
We all know that there is an “ideal” posture that we all strive to achieve while we are in dance class, but what is it and why is it so important?
Core Stability versus Core Strength
Everyone is talking about the importance of “core stability”. It is a hot topic both in and out of the dance studio among dancers and teachers alike. When true core stability is seen in a dancer, they develop dynamic control of their body. The ease of movement achieved allows the dancer complete freedom to accomplish their technical requirements with efficient muscle recruitment and co-ordination.
Using Imagery in Dance
Images are powerful. Television advertisers, magazine editors and even your favourite social media identities use imagery every day. Images can make us feel something, they can inspire us and they can help us understand things.
So what is Imagery?
Continue readingHypermobility versus Flexibility
Here’s the deal: the term ‘flexibility’ refers to muscles while the term ‘hypermobility’ refers to ligaments. Muscles and ligaments are two distinct types of tissues which perform very different functions in the body.