Ballet Secrets for STRETCHING 

Thank you! I’m really glad you found Everyday Ballet and that you’re getting back into ballet! Congrats! 🎉🩰🌷

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I’m so glad you’re finding it helpful! Yes, using a chair better stabilizes the pelvis for more controlled and effective stretching! If you’re looking for my complete ballet training, check out Ballerina Body: www.everydayballet.com/become-a-member/ Kind regards, Tiekka

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Welcome! And thank you for your kind words. 🙏🥰 To answer your question… Yes, it is possible to become more flexible at any age. The important thing is to be consistent, have patience, and to respect your body’s limits. One thing I love about ballet is that flexibility training is built in to the exercises because we use the body in extension all the time. For additional stretching you can take 5-15 min to stretch after doing some ballet exercises (when your muscles are warm). Mostly, don’t let flexibility hold you back from doing ballet! You will become more flexible along the way AND you’ll be doing something you love! 🥰🌸🩰✨

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Depending on your areas of tightness, yes. But without knowing a bit more about where in your back you are feeling this stretch, I am not able to say for sure what is happening. If you can provide a bit more detail about which movement position causes this sensation and where exactly you’re feeling it in your back, I may be able to give you a clearer answer. Just remember to maintain length through the lower spine and postural/core support throughout. This will keep your joints and spine safe and happy! 😊🩰🌸

@@everydayballet Thanks for your response, it is much appreciated. I feel the stretch along my entire spine when I move my arm in the circular motion.

Is it mostly as you are circling the arm in front of your body?

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You’re feeling it there because your back is opening up with the leverage of that forward arm. As long as this sensation isn’t painful, it’s ok to continue as you are. Your back is getting a good posture stretch. Hope this helps! 😊🌸🩰