I’m not seeing it with Chiles. I think her posture is far better with Carey. Sure her chest could be lifted more, but I’m not seeing how any one judge deducts -0.6 for artistry for Chiles…
In the Nationals Day 1 discussion thread, Concorde said the WTC is looking for “Stomach pulled in, rib cage in front of stomach, and rib cage lifted.” I take issue with “rib cage in front of stomach.” I understand they’re looking for a gentle pelvic tuck, but “rib cage in front of stomach” is awful instruction-- a dancer’s ribcage should be closed. So sure, maybe I’m wrong to have said “body type,” but for all the dance training Nellie Kim had, you’d think the WTC would have a smarter understanding of natural alignment