---
title: 1 Relaxation of the free leg
description: 
published: true
date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
tags: Blues
editor: markdown
dateCreated: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
---

<div style="width: 100%; max-width: 1400px; margin: 0;">
<div style="position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;">
<iframe src="https://video.terbits.xyz/player.html?src=videos/Bluesrooms/Solo-Skills/turning-techniques/1_Relaxation%20of%20the%20free%20leg.mp4" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;" allowfullscreen allow="autoplay; fullscreen"></iframe>
</div>
</div>

## FOCUS 
- This lesson focuses on relaxing the free leg during spins and turns, with the goal of integrating whole-body movement to enhance balance and fluidity.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Release the free leg from under the rib cage to use the whole body.
- Allow the inside of the toes to graze the ground during turns for balance.
- Practice stepping forward and backward while releasing the leg to build consistency.
- Add a quarter turn when stepping forward to apply the relaxation in spins.
- Use a pulsing motion to feel the tension and release in the leg.

##REMEMBER
- The free leg should start from the rib cage for integrated movement.
- Maintain softness in the leg to avoid tension during steps and turns.
- Keep the chest over the ankle to ensure proper alignment and balance.
- Relaxation allows for smoother transitions and better control in spins.
