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performance nutrition: a MUST for dance education
Discover why nutrition and anatomy education is essential for dancers. Learn how dance studios can empower young dancers with the knowledge

Melissa
Jan 134 min read
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understanding low energy availability (LEA): a guide for dancers and athletes
Learn about Low Energy Availability (LEA) and how it impacts dancers and athletes. Discover actionable tips for energy balance, performance

Melissa
Jan 24 min read
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magnesium - a key nutrient for dancer resiliency
As dancers, we push our bodies to the limit—especially during peak performance seasons like Nutcracker. While we often focus on fueling...

Melissa
Dec 18, 20243 min read
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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...

Melissa
Nov 22, 20244 min read
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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...

Melissa
Nov 5, 20244 min read
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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

Melissa
Oct 22, 20244 min read
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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

Melissa
Oct 8, 20244 min read
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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

Melissa
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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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

Melissa
Sep 24, 20243 min read
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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...

Melissa
Sep 17, 20244 min read
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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,...

Melissa
Sep 3, 20244 min read
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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

Melissa
Apr 22, 20242 min read
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