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You have to tutor a Grade 10 dance class on some of the main leg muscles used in dance - NSC Dance Studies - Question 3 - 2017 - Paper 1
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You have to tutor a Grade 10 dance class on some of the main leg muscles used in dance. Prepare the following information: 3.1 List FOUR important muscles/muscle gr... show full transcript
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Step 1
3.1 List FOUR important muscles/muscle groups and describe to the class where they are located.
Answer
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Quadriceps:
- This muscle group is found on the front of the thigh.
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Hamstrings:
- This muscle group is found at the back of the thigh.
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Adductors:
- This muscle group is found on the inside of the thigh.
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Gastrocnemius:
- This muscle is located at the back of the lower leg.
Step 2
3.2 Choose any TWO muscles/muscle groups and write down the following: - ONE anatomical action for each muscle/muscle group - An example of ONE dance movement that may be performed using the anatomical action given above.
Answer
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Quadriceps:
- Anatomical Action: Extension of the knee (stretch the knee).
- Dance Movement: Kicking the leg up high in a dance sequence.
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Hamstrings:
- Anatomical Action: Flexion of the knee (lifting the leg behind the body).
- Dance Movement: Performing a back leg lift in a dance routine.