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Perceptions Of Strength Training For Dancers At A Midwestern University, Abigail Boenig-Dombek
Perceptions Of Strength Training For Dancers At A Midwestern University, Abigail Boenig-Dombek
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
The purpose of the research is to gain a deeper insight into the perceptions of strength training within the dance community. The research aimed to receive feedback from individuals over the age of 18 who are currently studying, practicing, or teaching dance. METHODS: The survey utilized was replicated among a convenience sample of adult dancers associated with The University of Akron’s dance program from the research of Farmer and Brouner (2021) in their scholarly article, “Perceptions of Strength Training in Dance.” The survey contained 14 questions requiring the individual to assess their personal involvement in strength training. The questions were …