Dance Y08 Aut1

Question 1

posture

Answer 1

The way the body is held.

Question 2

alignment

Answer 2

Correct placement of body parts in relation to each other.

Question 3

balance

Answer 3

A steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight.

Question 4

co-ordination

Answer 4

The efficient combination of body parts.

Question 5

control

Answer 5

The ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently.

Question 6

flexibility

Answer 6

The range of movement in the joints (involving muscles, tendons and ligaments).

Question 7

mobility

Answer 7

The range of movement in a joint: the ability to move fluently from action to action.

Question 8

strength

Answer 8

Muscular power.

Question 9

stamina

Answer 9

Ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time.

Question 10

extension

Answer 10

Lengthening one or more muscles or limbs.

Question 11

isolation

Answer 11

An independent movement of part of the body.

Question 12

appropriate dance wear

Answer 12

Footwear linked to dance style, no jewellery, hair tied back and outfit that allows for movement but does not get in the way.

Question 13

in and out of floor

Answer 13

Bend the knees to lower centre of gravity and use hand/s to support body weight to reduce knee or hip injury.

Question 14

elevating and lifting

Answer 14

Bend knees to provide leverage.

Question 15

landing

Answer 15

Bend knees to help absorb impact and roll through the feet to prevent injury to Achilles tendon.

Question 16

turn out

Answer 16

Ensure this is from hip to prevent knee injury.

Question 17

plie or bending knees

Answer 17

Ensure knee over toe to prevent knee twist injury.

Question 18

alignment

Answer 18

Ensure correct alignment of body, arms and legs to prevent joint strain.

Question 19

focus

Answer 19

Use of the eyes to enhance performance or interpretative qualities.

Question 20

facial expression

Answer 20

Use of the face to show mood, meaning or character.

Question 21

sensitivity to other dancers

Answer 21

Awareness of and connection to other dancers.

Question 22

warm up

Answer 22

Prepares body for exercise. Increases heart rate and therefore blood flow which warms muscles. Prepares mind for exercise. To prevent injury. Stages of warm up – pulse raising (increase heart rate), stretching (lengthening muscle, tendon), mobilising (movement of joints and ligaments), technique/conditioning (specific exercises to enhance physical skills).

Question 23

cool down

Answer 23

Prepares body for stopping exercise. Decreases injury or muscle soreness. Lowers heart rate. Stages of cool down – gentle stretches and breathing exercises.

Question 24

injury management

Answer 24

R – I – C – E: Rest – prevents further injury and allows recovery to begin. Ice- reduces swelling, reduces pain and decreases blood supply to area reducing bruising. Compression – provides support and reduces swelling. Elevation – prevents pooling of blood and other fluids to reduce swelling. Finally refer to medical expert for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 25

nutrition

Answer 25

Intake of correct nutrients to allow for healthy body function. Vitamins ensure body’s chemical processes are working efficiently. Fibre allows removal of waste products. Carbohydrates provide long term energy. Protein aids muscle and bone growth and repair. Fat helps with energy as does sugar, although these should be taken in small amounts.

Question 26

hydration

Answer 26

Sufficient intake of fluids to ensure body can sweat to maintain temperature and not overheat. Replace water and minerals lost through sweating to prevent cramp brought on by build-up of lactic acid.