Chapter 9 - Improving Turns, Jumps and Turn-Out

Question 1

What 3 things combine to create successful jumping technique?

Answer 1

Alignment
Imagery
Sense of Rhythm

Question 2

What is the first area to look at in correcting pirouette technique?

Answer 2

Spinal alignment

Question 3

What are some tension spots when turning?

Answer 3

Jaw, tongue/mouth, lower spine

Question 4

What happens in jumps if the body is not properly aligned?

Answer 4

Force is wasted on compensatory tension

Question 5

What are 3 recommendations for good jumps?

Answer 5

Push equally from both legs in plie
Keep upper body lifted and relaxed
Allow for natural breath

Question 6

Proteins called ____ and ____ make up the elasticity and toughness of our tendons and ligaments

Answer 6

Collagen and Elastin

Question 7

Where is most energy stored in a landing?

Answer 7

Tendons - they store to re-use in the next jump

Question 8

What are the 6 deep rotators?

Answer 8

Obdurator internus
Obdurator externus
Superior gemelli
Inferior gemelli
Piriformis
Quadratus femoris

Question 9

Where does the piriformis attach?

Answer 9

The fossa of the femur’s greater trochanter and the front of the sacrum

Question 10

Which muscle helps with a true, balanced parallel position?

Answer 10

Tensor fasciae latae - tightness in this muscle prevents overexertion of other muscles.