Wacky Wednesday Toe Power
Last week I talked about the philosophy
of push and point for jumping in ballet. Today’s idea is similar.
Never underestimate the thrust that your
toes provide. They are tiny powerhouses located at the ends of your feet, yet
so often they are forgotten (sob!).
When you jump using the idea of push and point, it will remind you to send energy throughout your feet and well
down into your toes. You’ll feel the thrust into the air when you do this. It’s
fun!
And of course remember to reverse the
process when you land, rolling through the foot toe to heel to plié for a
perfectly cushioned landing.
From the Big
Blue Book of Ballet Secrets
Secret #15yyy:
“Never underestimate toe power.”
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Quote of the Day:
“Ballet
shoes... I cannot play with them like they're toys.
But when the music is playing they get deep on my toes.”
― Ana Claudia Antunes, The DAO (Dancing As One) Workbook Illustrated
But when the music is playing they get deep on my toes.”
― Ana Claudia Antunes, The DAO (Dancing As One) Workbook Illustrated
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