grand plié
ballet movement
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A grand plié is a deep knee bend in ballet, originating from the French word for "bent." This fundamental movement is performed in all five basic foot positions. While a demi-plié keeps the heels on the floor, a grand plié involves a deeper bend where the heels lift off the floor, except in the second position. Pliés are essential for absorbing shock during jumps and turns, providing spring, and loosening muscles to improve balance. They are a core exercise in ballet training.12
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