In dance and artistic sports, mobility is often treated as the goal. Higher extensions, deeper backbends, and increased flexibility are frequently associated with better technique and stronger performance. But one of the biggest misconceptions in dance training is that more range automatically means a healthier or more capable body.

In dance, hypermobility is often admired. Dancers with naturally flexible bodies are frequently praised for their extensions, lines, and seemingly effortless range of motion. But great mobility without adequate strength means dancers can struggle with recurring pain, instability, fatigue, or injuries that seem to happen over and over again.

The hips are at the center of almost every movement in dance. Turnout, extensions, jumps, balances, they all rely heavily on the hip joint. Because of this, the hips are also one of the most commonly overworked and misunderstood areas in dancers and artistic athletes.