Sunday, September 23, 2012

Is ballet considered a sport?

The one question that really irks a dancer's mind is the one looming over this paragraph. Other athletes such as football players and basketball players may claim that dance is not a sport, but we beg to differ. Many professional athletes actually take ballet because it builds the foundation for strength, balance, and endurance. It is the perfect cross-training sport such as swimming is for dancers.

After scouring the internet for many scientists' answers on the infamous question, the article below seems to describe ballet in the best possible way. Take a look and tell us what you think!
 
Classical Ballet: An Art or a Sport? | Breaking Muscle