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The Prevalence And Efficacy Of Cross-Training In A Professional Ballet Environment: A Literature Review, Kate Bonham
The Prevalence And Efficacy Of Cross-Training In A Professional Ballet Environment: A Literature Review, Kate Bonham
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Fear of ruining the aesthetic integrity of the ideal “ballet body” once barred many dancers from cross-training for endurance and strength, but evidence suggests that these concerns are largely unsubstantiated, and several major dance companies have started integrating supplementary training into their class and rehearsal regimens. Ballet-specific risk factors, busy performance schedules, and the disparity between class and performance demands all limit the extent to which fitness training can be incorporated into professional environments. In addition, the applicability of objective technique analysis in subjective sports and a lack of reliable research within the population of interest have constrained the development …