Health and P.E Flashcards
It is an expressive dance technique of variety of dances: Modern, Jazz, Lyrical and especially ballet.
Contemporary dance
Contemporary dance was developed in middle of the _
20th century.
Contemporary dance has particularly been a popular choice for many and especially in the _
US and Europe.
What the dancers aim in a contemporary dance (2)
- make his or her movements as fluid as possible
2. establish the connection between the mind and the body.
is limited to norms such as structured movements, ballet shoes and costumes
ballet
Contemporary dance is often performed _
bare feet
Contemporary dances stresses _ and _ dance moves,
versatility, improvised
Contemporary dancers focus on _, using the gravity to pull them down the floor.
floorwork
who was the first contemporary dancer
Isadora Duncan
Isadora Duncan is one of the earliest known contemporary dancers, suitably nicknamed the _.
“Mother of Contemporary Dance”
Duncan was born in San Francisco on _, and died on September 14, 1927
May 26, 1887
It is a must to loosen your joints and warm-up your muscles. Make sure that you move every joint and muscle group of your body. Move the joints of your body in a circular motion from neck all the way to your toes. Do this in 16 counts, changing direction every eight counts.
Loosen up
warms your muscles and tells your nervous system to “switch on” to be prepared to do the task ahead. You may jog slowly or brisk walk for a few minutes to get you going.
Increased heart rate
continuously move through a range of motion, i.e. big arm circles, leg and ankle circles, kick forward, bend and touch your toes then raise your arms up high. Do not hold your extremities in any position for unnecessarily long periods.
perform dynamic stretches
Make sure to start lightly. You may increase intensity as you go on. If you have an instructor, follow what he or she says. Remember the steps as you do them. If you are doing freestyle, feel the music, express your feelings and emotions through your movements. Your partner should do the same. Note, again, to apply the characteristics of a contemporary dance, stay fluid and stay connected with the mind and soul.
Start your dance routine
Dancing as an exercise is generally _ in intensity
moderate
may manipulate the workout intensity depending on how he or she prefers it to be considering that the correct pre-exercise routine is met
dancer or practitioner
A study conducted in 2009 by the _ states that “engaging students in moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVP) in PE prepares them to lead physically active lives and can improve health and academic outcomes.”
California Schools Board Association and California Project LEAN
following benefits of an active lifestyle
Physical activity does not and should not compete with education
A good overall health contributes to enhanced concentration skills
Physical activity can contribute to academic performance, improved attendance, and positive behavior
Contributes to obesity prevention and muscular and bone development; reduces anxiety and stress; improves self-esteem, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases
PE provides more opportunities for motor development, fitness, skills, and positive social interactions, among others. We can arguably relate the results of this study in the Philippine setting for the students’ physical needs are basically similar regardless of race or culture.