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I got pointe shoes about a year ago, and ive been practising like mad, but I have really weak ankles, and I dont see any improvement. I've done hundreds of releves already. 32 each time I practise. Could you please tell me what exercises I can do to strengthen my feet to get a good pointe?
cheers
Hi Jess. Here is an article describing foot exercises that will give you strength and control in pointe shoes:
http://balletshoesandpointeshoes.blogspot.com/2009/10/exercises-to-prepare-for-p...
You can do these 6 days a week - and use a golf ball or a rubber ball to roll around under your feet and relax the muscles afterwards.
All the best, Dianne.
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Dianne M. Buxton
Expertise
I can answer questions about ballet positions, ballet movements and ballet technique, pointe shoes and pre pointe exercise, mens training, ballet diet, general health issues related to dance, artistry, performance, modern dance, rehabilitation from injuries, and teaching ballet. I have taught ballet, choreographed, produced and directed dance companies. For any answers related to health questions I will offer my experience, and give references to information, but I also automatically include "see a professional".
Experience
dancer, ballet and modern, choreographer, dance teacher, artistic director, ballet mistress, producer
Organizations
I.S.T.D. Actra, Actors Equity
Publications
http://ezinearticles.com
http://ballettoeshoes.blogspot.com
http://streetarticles.com
http://balletconnections.com
Education/Credentials
Graduate of the National Ballet School of Canada where I studied Cecchetti, Bournonville, Vaganova and Graham technique. Taught at the National Ballet School of Canada, York University, George Brown College and Harvard University.
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