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If you’ve ever been around competitive dancers, you’ve probably heard about foot stretchers. These devices promise to help you achieve that coveted extreme pointed foot or improve your flexibility. But are they really the magic solution they claim to be?

In this article, we discuss unsafe dance practices on social media such as stretches and exercises that may not be the best choice.

Everyone in the dance world wants to be more flexible. I constantly see dancers who desire the aesthetic of having a flexible body. It's important to note the common myths about flexibility in the dance community (and general population to be honest). These tips are to help you rethink your flexibility plan! Myth #1: Holding your stretches for a longer time will make you more flexible. When you Google, "how to get more flexible," the first result that pops up says to start an