Dancers should stand in each position with their arches lifted, however, one should not have to think about lifting their arches if their turnout muscles are properly engaged.

Asking the dancer to indicate with their hands or fingers where they feel the stretch can tell you whether they are experiencing muscular, fascial, or neural tension. Knowing the difference between these can help you build a flexibility program unique to each dancer.

Although flexibility is important in any dancer’s career, it is important to consider the effect on the ligaments and bones first.