Table 2.

Directions of the effort elements for the four motion factors of Laban Movement Analysis.

Effort element	Direction
Direct	Affirmative and targeted action execution with a simple path and clear starting and end points.
Indirect	Action execution is not clear, focal length is loose, and motion paths have many turning points.
Strong	Action does not necessarily decrease; strong performance of center motion with a large amount of resistance force.
Light	Light and soft performance; most actions defy gravity.
Sudden	Rapid changes in operation, inability to predict the next moment of action, anxious and uneasy performance.
Sustained	Actions change slowly, calmly, and continuously and are endless.
Bound	Physical manifestations of tension and muscle force. The operating state can be stopped at any time.
Free	Physical manifestations are relaxed, at ease, and unrestrained.