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Weight transfer (dancing)

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becomes vertically projected onto another body part (e.g., foot) freeing the first one so that it may be freely lifted or moved. (In fact, lifting the foot off the ground is a simple test often suggested for the beginners to ensure that they have completed the practiced
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technique. In general, important components of foot action during a dance step are foot movement, foot placement, and weight transfer.
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the center of gravity is shifted to project between the old and new support body part. In some dance moves, such as
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Control of weight transfers is an important part of the
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Weight transfers of the leader are important cues in
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