Induction Project
Warm-Up The Importance of a Good Warm-Up Warm-Ups are crucial before completing any physical activity as they prepare the body’s joints and muscles for dancing by increasing the body’s core temper ature. If the warm-Up is effective, it can improve both physical and psychological performance. During a thorough warm-up the dancers heart rate and breathing rate should increase. As this happens, the dancer will breathe in more oxygen which will fuel the muscles and joints. It is also important to make sure that the body doesn ’t cool down after this process. What makes a Good Warm-Up? A smart warm up usually consists of four key parts: “ a gentle pulse raising section, a joint mobilization , section , a muscle lengthening section and a strength/balance building section ” . Gently Raise Your Pulse “As your body’s temperature increases, your tissues become more pliable and elastic”. To...