How To Find A Doctor You Can Trust
Jaimie GoodwinHow can a dancer find a doctor that is right for them? Dancers are a unique type of athlete, so when it comes to dealing with injuries, you need to find a doctor you can trust...
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The Emotional Roller Coaster of The “Post-Show Blues”: How to Cope
Kathryn BolandFinishing a dance job can leave you with the empty feeling of "what's next?" Explore tips for managing these emotions and ways to move forward.
9:30 mins read
3 Main Reasons For Your Foot Pain
Tim ManchinFoot pain and ankle injury are common amongst dancers. Learn about three main causes and how to prevent future injury.
3:00 mins read
Healthy Eating: The Do's And Don'ts for Dancers
Charlotte McCormickThe dancer's diet should consist of healthy eating. Read on for nutritional do's and don't's from a health expert to support peak dance performance.
3:00 mins read
How to Get a Good, Cheap Massage
Jamie ThompsonGood massages don't have to be expensive. Check out some rules of thumb for effective, cheap massages that only require simple props, like a foam roller.
2:30 mins read
Differentiate True Hip Pain from its Misconceptions
Tim ManchinHow can you differentiate real hip pain from misconceptions.
4:00 mins read
Healthy Fat, Bad Fat. Are You Still Confused?
Charlotte McCormickHealthy fats should be included in your daily intake, based on total calories consumed. Build a stronger diet by understanding the different types of fat.
6:00 mins read
5 Superfood for a Healthy Low Cholesterol Diet
Charlotte McCormickKeep you cholesterol levels in check with our list of top five superfoods to build into a low cholesterol diet.
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Comparison is the Thief of Joy: How to Gain Motivation From Envy
Khayla Jordan GoluckeThe negative impacts of comparing yourself to others can be significant. Try these tips for dancers to turn envy into motivation.
4:00 mins read
Taking a Break Can Make You A Better Dancer
Anne Lauren LubenDancers work hard to stay at the top of their game. But overtraining is a real danger - it’s important to take a break, explore cross training methods and reset your mind-body.
3:30 mins read
8 Things The GYROTONIC® Method Will Do For Your Dancing
Allie ChristensenHere are 8 reasons professional dancers like Principal Misty Copeland in ABT and Principal Mathilde Froustey in San Francisco Ballet are making the The GYROTONIC® Method a part...
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Preventing Injury: The Importance of Cross Training
Jaimie GoodwinA key to injury prevention is cross-training. Gain ideas for how you can enhance your dance training with outside sports like swimming and Pilates.
5:00 mins read
Care With Our Language: Health Talks on Food, Weight, and Body Image
Kathryn BolandWhile seemingly benign, comments about weight, food, and body image can actually be harmful to dancers. We talk with experts to learn more.
10:00 mins read
Dancing for Spirit: Why You Should Integrate the 8 Limbs of Yoga
Andrew PearsonSee how these dancers have included Yoga into their training to support their well-being.
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Heading Back to the Dance Studio? Remember These 3 Things
Logan CrossAs shelter-in-place restrictions are loosening, here are 3 things to keep in mind when you return to in-person training at dance studios.
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The Key to Improving Flexibility May be Your Fascia
Khayla Jordan GoluckeLearn how working the fascia through myofascial release can improve flexibility and better facilitate sore muscle recovery.
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Did You Warm Up? Good Job... Now Don't Forget Your Cooldown Exercises!
Gianna BartoliniEmotional and physical recovery are incredibly beneficial post-class. Read how and why a cooldown routine can help your dancing.
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Preventing Injuries: 7 Practices For Dance Audition Season
Allie ChristensenWhat can a dancer do to prevent injuries when going from one audition to another.
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Quality Sleep Will Help You Conquer the Demands of The Nutcracker Season
Kathryn BolandThe Nutcracker Ballet is an exciting time for dancers, but, it can easily take a toll on the body. Use these tips for staying healthy.
7:30 mins read
Why Self Advocacy is Crucial When Dealing With an Injury
Megan Glynn ZollingerLearn how crucial it is to practice self advocacy when dealing with an injury. Along with medical advice, you must also listen to your body.
10:30 mins read
Mental Health: Should the Show Really Go on?
Caitlin M HeflinA discussion with dance science experts on how mental health can be better prioritized within the dance community.
9:00 mins read
Dancing with an Aging Body: How to Approach the Mental Hurdles
Kathryn BolandWhether you consider yourself "young", "old", or anywhere in between, aging is inevitable. What does this mean for the professional dancer?
8:15 mins read
Holiday Travel Got You Feeling Stiff? Here’s What You Can Do!
Caitlin M HeflinTis the dance season of traveling for work. Set yourself for physical and mental success with these expert tips.
5:30 mins read
The Classic Dance Warm Up Needs These 5 Updates
Khayla Jordan GoluckeFive key components to create a safe, effective dance warm up with advice from dance physical therapists.
7:30 mins read