Physical Education, Part 29
Question 1: Describe contra body movement in dance.
Answer 1: Contra body movement (sometimes abbreviated as CBM) is a term used to describe a certain way of coordinating the movements of two dancers. Specifically, during a dance step, the dancer turns his or her body towards whichever foot is moving. For example, if the left foot is moving forward, the torso should swivel to the left; when the left foot moves back, the torso swivels to the right. Contra body movement is a common feature of ballroom dances like the waltz, foxtrot, and tango. The point of contra body movement is to make a smooth transition from movement that is straight ahead or behind to movement to one of the sides.
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Question 2: Describe and discuss Jujitsu.
Answer 2: The Japanese word jujitsu is derived from two characters meaning flexibility or suppleness and art. However, this name should not fool any would-be participants into assuming that jujitsu is a non-violent activity. Rather, jujitsu gets its name because it relies on using passivity to guide one’s opponent astray using his or her own force. The techniques of jujitsu allow a master to physically manipulate even a much larger and stronger opponent. Jujitsu is considered to be one of the most comprehensive martial arts in existence. Many of the techniques found in jujitsu rely on joint locks, chokes, and throws, all of which incorporate an advanced knowledge of movement and the human body.
Question 3: Identify and explain karate.
Answer 3: Karate is a Japanese art of unarmed self-defense. In karate, the individual assumes a special stance and delivers specially targeted blows with his or her hands and feet while shouting. Karate is successful because it trains the individual to use a minimum of movement and violence to achieve his or her ends. As a workout, karate is exceptional: it trains all of the major muscle groups, and provides a fantastic cardiovascular workout. In order to practice karate effectively, an individual must have excellent balance and flexibility. Though karate is related to judo, its emphasis on blows rather than throws distinguishes it. Karate is the most globally popular of all the martial arts.
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