Mini Loop Warm-up 4, led by Melissa McCabe, develops hip, glute, and core strength, along with single-leg stability and lower-body endurance. The progression challenges students from bilateral activation to more demanding single-leg control, then integrates dynamic endurance, finishing with length and flexibility.

Hip & Glute Warm-up primes key stabilisers for turnout, spinal support, and hip mobility. Tap & Balance focuses on VMO engagement, pelvis stability, and single-leg control, creating a foundation for more advanced movement patterns. Building Stamina enhances coordination, muscular endurance, and dynamic control, reinforcing proper alignment under repeated load. The class finishes with Breathe & Stretch, releasing tension while promoting hip and glute length and maintaining core stability.

Teaching Tips:

Cue students to activate deep core muscles to support spinal alignment without over-bracing.

Encourage smooth transitions between dynamic and static positions to build muscular control.

Adjust the loop placement subtly to target different muscles or increase proprioceptive challenge.