Latin Technique has more details on the technique for each of the basic actions.
Adjust posture before exercise: line up blocks of weight, pull in center, settle shoulder, exhale and release chest to floor, weight forward.
Spine positions, Foot Positions and Leg Actions
Practice the following, be very aware spine and foot position:
Forward walkPutting spine, leg and feet together. See Latin Technique for more details.
Back walkFeet in 2nd position. Practice without weight transfer, just focusing on figure 8 hip action.
Cucarachas and Cuban RocksStanding feet together, cross knees on each count, keep knees together passing by each other.
Two changes of directions
Latin Turns & SpinsSee Latin Technique on spins.
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