Hip Stabilisers: Gluteals, rotators, adductors.
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This works on all the muscles that stabilise at the hip joint. These muscles are needed to lunge with stability, squat with proper muscular engagement and also balance on one leg. These muscles will help the dancer develop stability while dancing and also prevent injuries in the process.
You must have done a short warm-up before doing this.
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Pointers:
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