How do you stick dance moves efficiently?

Question

After dancing for 12 years I am doing a solo in competition this year. I am doing a lot of tricky dance moves. One being where I bring my leg up behind me and touch my toe to my head and then I go into a roll. When I stand up from the roll I have to do another leg extension. I tend to build up so much momentum that my base foot does not have a solid "stick" to it when I go into the move. I know it has to do with balance but how do you deal with the momentum you have built up and also make sure you have correct balance in your move?

Answer 1

Hmm, unless it is a required sequence I'd suggest putting in another dance step that can actually use that momentum that you've buit. You can put it before or instead that last leg extension. You can dissolve this momentum nicely and effectively.

Alternatively, practice the part of the combination where you have just done the roll. Finish the roll and find perfect balance. Do it several times. Then do it again, now with the leg extension.

Answer 2

Which ever way the momentum goes, try to lean a little to the opposite. Maybe also make sure that you aren't keeping your knees TOO straight, cuz then you tend to lose balance more easily, and just practice.

Answer 3

I recommend strenghtening (and then engaging) your core. That generally helps control your momentum.

Answer 4

lift up from your rib cage
squeeze your butt
hold in your stomach