
Standing in 2nd Position, push one foot at a time off the floor, working only your feet with straight legs. After 30 alternating pushes, push all the way to a Degagé Side position and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side. Repeat in 4th Position holding Degagé Back and Degagé Front on each leg.

Starting in Demi-Plié, slide along the floor between 1st, 5th, and 4th positions. After a few repetitions, stretch your legs. Continue alternating between Demi-Plié and stretched leg positions for 5-7 minutes.


Piqué forward, sideways, backward, and sideways to First Position en Demi-Pointe with the right leg. Repeat in First Position with the left leg, and then in Second Position on each leg. Lower to Quarter-Pointe or flat if you get tired. Repeat the exercise twice.