Technical Tuesday Serratus Anterior
Sometimes referred to as “wings” the serratus anterior muscles
allow a great range of movement for the arms. They are sometimes called “boxer’s
muscles” because they allow quick, extended movements necessary for a good
punch. And, if this isn’t enough, the serratus anterior muscles are accessories
in breathing. Whew!
But there’s more! According to the website, https://breakingmuscle.com/fitness/getting-to-know-your-serratus-anterior-strengthen-your-wings,
The serratus anterior muscles
“originate
on the upper eight ribs and insert into the medial border of the scapula. They
stabilize the shoulder blades and when flexed will spread the ribs for an
inhale. The greater the inhale, the greater the internal pressure.
This pressure creates a strong support for action, balance, or resistance.”
When a dancer is working on improving port de bras,
it helps to imagine the arms beginning at
the spine and unfolding from there – like the wings of a bird. It works perfectly
with the anatomy!
From the Big Blue Book of Ballet Secrets
Secret #:
“The serratus anterior allows multi-direction movement of
the arms.”
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