Many dancers have amazing flexibility when stretching, but find it hard to use this when dancing, especially with a developpé. This article outlines a simple floor exercise aimed at increasing the height of you leg as well as building the strength to hold it in these positions.
Correct activation and use of the gluteal muscles in a dancer.
It is often asked in regards to ballet training how hard the bottom muscles should be working. This article makes a distinction between the turn-out and gluteal muscles and endeavours to make clear when and when not the gluteal muscles should be activated when dancing. A test for the gluteal muscles is included. Correct use of these muscles will help you in everything from jumps, to your work en fondu, your arabesque line, your back, and even your flexibility into the splits.