There’s a reason ballet dancers are endlessly flexible and look beautiful while doing it. Ballet stretches aren’t just for professional dancers. Whether you’re a seasoned ballerina or simply looking ...
This article originally appeared on Sports Illustrated. The typical physique of a ballerina from decades ago is no longer the standard today. That shift—from “childlike and brittle” to strong, healthy ...
Misty Copeland illustrates her superhuman flexibility in five ballet stretches. These stretches include the Seated Side-Straddle, Double Pigeon Pose, Seated Side Stretch, Front Split, and Frog Pose.