Competition Training

minicoopergrl · 2011-09-29T08:22:47+00:00

Ive signed up for my 4th attempt at Ms Xpose. Im at a point where im starting to doubt myself a bit so its almost like walking on egg shells trying to prepare for it. My scores from last time were middle of the road - so the judges saw me as an average dancer. Ok, fine thats their opinon. Ive put alot of thought about my music selection, costume choices, choreo etc. I think Ive set myself up for some mind blowing routines - stuff people have never seen me do before. Im really going to push myself to where I and my body have never been before. I plan to have my body look like Edward Nortions face from Fight Club - LMAO! Some of the stuff I want to do but cant, which im not stressed about yet. I know I need to be training. I thought I had a training schedule set up but with my life schedule with the way it is - its super hard to even find a time to breathe in it. Any tips anyone can give me about training - should I do cardio/weight, focus on all my routines, strength training etc? Or even things youve learned from past training experiences!

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Kira · 3/8/2012
I wouldn't let not placing in competitions get you down. Like you, I've done 4 competitions as well and not won any of them but I am always happy I managed to get through a performance in front of a room of strangers and so should you :) Also as you mentioned before - sometimes judges in the competitions have a favourite style and naturally will be drawn to those that dance to their liking. The current trend here is extreme gymnast style but I can't dance like that.... don't give up performing because I am sure you would have inspired a lady or 2 that night to give it a try! :)
donnalee · 3/9/2012
I have never competed. I am in awe of those who have. Those who participate in competitions, whether they make it to finals or not, whether they win in a category or not, are strong and inspirational.