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Melissa
Sep 17, 20244 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...
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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
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
Oct 10, 20233 min read
myth or fact: calorie edition
Calories are a topic of constant discussion in the world of food and nutrition. However, amid the countless conversations, myths and misunde
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Melissa
Sep 5, 20233 min read
set the stage for your season: a blueprint for success
Picture this: You're a dancer about to step onto the stage. Would you ever rush out in your costume without any rehearsal or preparation? Su
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Melissa
Jun 28, 20233 min read
embracing true health: beyond body weight
Understanding the intricate relationship between nutrients, performance, and the demands of dance and athleticism is crucial. However, let’s
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Melissa
May 1, 20233 min read
my story: embracing body acceptance + food freedom
I thought it'd be a great time to revisit my journey through dance, my relationship to food + my body, and what food freedom can look like f
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Melissa
Apr 19, 20233 min read
dance nutrition: myth or fact?
Dance requires strength, agility, and endurance, making proper nutrition essential for performance and injury prevention. However, common nu
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Melissa
Feb 28, 20233 min read
advice to my younger self
As a professional ballet dancer, I know firsthand the dedication, discipline, and sacrifice that it takes to achieve one's dreams. Looking b
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Melissa
Nov 30, 20223 min read
stepping onstage with the right foot
Performing this time of year can certainly bring back memories - or nightmares - of ages past. What I didn’t realize during those bygone yea
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Melissa
Nov 14, 20226 min read
prioritize the dancer
I awoke to a disturbing Instagram story post from one of my favorite ballet dancers and it definitely fired me up. So… I took class, experie
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Melissa
May 5, 20222 min read
the guilt/pleasure of working out
Not sure about you all, but I receive emails like this pretty often. Between the weekly Fitbit and monthly Peloton summaries, I feel like...
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Melissa
Feb 10, 20211 min read
getting lost in movement
This week, I'm thinking a lot about the sensation of movement. Some of you may know that I'm a ballet dancer, and I am lucky to have...
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