What effect does proper turnout control have on Grade 2 technique?

• A. Balanced mobility and symmetrical strength through the hip joint.
• B. Increased ankle stiffness.
• C. Reduced leg flexibility.
• D. Decreased core stability.

Answer: (A)

Turnout control is about rotating the legs outward from the hip joints while keeping the pelvis stable. When this is done well, mobility from the hip is balanced on both sides and strength is symmetrical, so turnout feels even and controlled in both legs. For Grade 2, this supports clean, elongated lines and accurate alignment in positions like first and fifth, because the rotation comes from the hip rather than collapsing through the knee or ankle. It also helps prevent compensations, such as over-rotating from one hip or letting the knee wobble, which can strain joints and throw the leg off its line. A stable core and pelvic alignment support the turnout, keeping the control consistent as you move. The other options don’t fit because increasing ankle stiffness, reducing leg flexibility, or decreasing core stability would undermine the smooth, balanced turnout that Grade 2 aims to develop.