Dance Kinesiology

Name: Dance Kinesiology
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ISBN: 9780028645070

ISBN-10: 0028645073

ISBN-13: 9780028645070

Edition: 2nd 1996 (Revised)

Authors: Sally Sevey Fitt

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Dance Kinesiology reflects modern techniques and includes articles addressing eight important systems of body work: the Pilates Method, Rolfing, the Feldenkrais Method, the Alexander Technique, Ideokinesis, Body-Mind Centering, the Bartenieff Fundamentals, and Laban Movement Analysis.

Book details

List price: $149.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 1996
Publisher: Wadsworth
Publication date: 10/23/1996
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 504
Size: 7.28" wide x 10.28" long x 1.34" tall
Weight: 2.904
Language: English



Preface



The science of motion in support of the art of dance



Domain of Dance Kinesiology



The skeletal system.



Overview of the Skeletal System



Foot and Leg



Pelvis and Spine



Scapula and Humerus



Radius, Ulna, and Hand



The muscular system



Overview of the Muscular System



Muscles of the Toes, the Tarsus, and the Ankle



Muscles of the Knee and Hip



Muscles of the Torso and the Neck



Muscles of the Scapula and the Shoulder



Muscles of the Elbow, Radio-Ulnar Joints, Wrist, and Hand



Misalignments and Muscular Imbalances Common in Dance



Physiological considerations for dancers



Physiological Support Systems



Body Types



Movement Behavior



Wellness for dancers



Somatics, Relaxation, and Efficiency



Prevention of Dance Injuries



Conditioning for Dancers



Weight Management



Conclusion and applications



Enhancing Performance