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Melissa
Apr 9, 20242 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
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Melissa
Feb 26, 20242 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
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Melissa
Feb 8, 20244 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
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Melissa
Feb 6, 20243 min read
essentially nonessential? a deeper look at amino acids: glutamine
Protein in essential - but what are the building blocks?
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Melissa
Jan 16, 20246 min read
you are what you eat - my thoughts
Upon first glance, I admit to emitting an audible groan when this documentary, "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment," appeared in my Net
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Melissa
Jan 9, 20244 min read
rest. replenish. reconnect.
You’ve just finished a very busy, very stressful few weeks that culminated in the absolute best performance high you’ve ever experienced. No
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Melissa
Jan 3, 20243 min read
dance into 2024: resolutions for dancers
Welcome to a new year filled with possibilities, fellow dancers! As the social media wave of New Year's Resolutions continues to roll throug
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Melissa
Dec 31, 20236 min read
it's audition season... now what?
Welp, it’s that time of year yet again: Audition Season. No matter the type - cattle call, private, invitation only, open company class, fre
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Melissa
Dec 19, 20234 min read
recovery nutrition: nurture your artistry
The curtain has fallen on another mesmerizing holiday performance season. You’re now caught in a whirlwind of emotions—elation from the appl
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Melissa
Nov 17, 20233 min read
navigating the holidays
As the holiday season unfolds, we say hello to limited daylight. We usher in a joyful stretch from Thanksgiving through Valentine's Day, a s
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Melissa
Nov 8, 20233 min read
performance nutrition: protein
Protein is a crucial component of a dancer's diet. It not only provides the energy needed to keep up with rigorous training and performances
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Melissa
Oct 31, 20233 min read
too busy to eat?
Life as a dancer is a whirlwind of activity, from early morning rehearsals to late-night performances, leaving little time for those all-imp
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