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Nov 224 min read

be proactive this performance season

Injuries can sideline even the most dedicated dancers, but building proactive habits can help reduce the risk and keep you performing at...

Nov 54 min read

fortify your dancing - key nutrients for injury prevention in dancers

Fall is a busy time for dancers, and maintaining injury-free performance is a top priority. In this post, we’ll explore the nutrients...

Oct 224 min read

immune boosting foods for dancers

As dancers, the fall season can be a whirlwind of rehearsals, performances, and increased demands on your body. With so much going on, your

Oct 84 min read

stress + nutrition: how dancers can stay calm under pressure

Dancers thrive on the stage, but the pressures of performance and long hours of rehearsals can take a toll both physically and mentally. Whi

Oct 12 min read

what dancers cannot control during casting season: embracing food freedom + letting go

Casting season can stir up a mix of emotions—excitement, anxiety, and sometimes frustration. As dancers, it’s natural to want to control eve

Sep 243 min read

what dancers can control during casting season: focus on fueling, self-care, and balance

Casting season can bring excitement, anticipation, and sometimes stress. While it’s easy to get caught up in factors that feel out of your c

Sep 174 min read

build resilience with nutrition: performance season prep

Our ability to jump, turn, stretch, and repeat day after day demands a unique kind of resilience—one that isn’t achieved solely through...

Sep 34 min read

snack prep is a must for dancers: tips for fueling performance

You're racing from your last rehearsal of the day to your teaching gig across town where you'll spend the next 4.5 hours teaching young,...

Apr 222 min read

fueling your summer dance program: why a flexible nutrition plan is essential

Picture this: it's the peak of summer, the studio feels like an oven, and you're drenched in sweat. You're only halfway through the day, but

Apr 92 min read

navigating the anti-diet movement

You are all probably pretty familiar with the Anti-Diet Movement - a movement of nutrition and wellness professionals who endorse concepts l

Feb 262 min read

creatine... for dancers?

Creatine – a powerhouse composed of three amino acids (methionine, glycine, and arginine), plays a pivotal role in fueling muscle contractio

Feb 84 min read

dancers + caffeine: a helpful combo?

While caffeine consumption has become deeply ingrained in our daily routines, it's essential to recognize that it's NOT a requirement to get