Which best describes the recommended order when integrating a new movement into a routine?

• A. Practice with music, then counts, then arms.
• B. Learn counts, then arms, then practice with music.
• C. Arms first, then counts, then music.
• D. Counts first, then jump into full routine.

Answer: (B)

When integrating a new movement, the timing should be solidified with the counts first, then you work on the arm shapes, and finally you rehearse with the music. Learning the counts gives you a clear scaffold for where the move starts, how long it lasts, and how it sits within the surrounding steps. Once the timing is locked in, focus on the arms and body on those same counts so the movement looks clean and synchronized. Bringing in the music last lets you fine-tune tempo, accents, and dynamics so the new move feels natural within the whole routine. Jumping straight to arms or music can blur timing and make it harder to correct later, whereas building timing first makes integration smoother and more reliable.