Dance gcse Physical skills

Posture

The way the body is held

Alignment

Correct placement of body parts in relation to each other

Balance

A steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight

Coordination

The efficient combination of body parts

Control

The ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently

Flexibility

The range of movement in the joints

Mobility

The range of movement in a joint, the ability to move fluently from action to action

Strength

Muscular power

Stamina

Ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time

Extension

Lengthening one or more muscles or limbs

Isolation

An independent movement of part of the body