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3 signs you're not eating enough for your schedule
Constantly sore, tired, or distracted in class? These 3 signs may mean you're not eating enough to support your training—and here's how to f
Melissa
Mar 212 min read
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creatine for dancers: my personal experiment (and why I stopped taking it)
Does creatine work for dancers? After 45 days of supplementing with creatine, I saw strength gains—but also unexpected side effects. Here’s
Melissa
Feb 173 min read
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supplements for dancers - the hard truths
Are supplements really necessary for dancers? Before spending money on powders and pills, learn the hard truths about supplements, when they
Melissa
Feb 123 min read
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sleep, nutrition, performance
Dancers are constantly seeking ways to optimize their performance, improve recovery, and maintain long-term health. While training...
Melissa
Jan 314 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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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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creatine... for dancers?
Creatine – a powerhouse composed of three amino acids (methionine, glycine, and arginine), plays a pivotal role in fueling muscle contractio
Melissa
Feb 26, 20242 min read
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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
Melissa
Jan 9, 20244 min read
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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
Melissa
Dec 19, 20234 min read
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time change effecting the spring in your step?
If you're still struggling with feeling awake in the morning or having trouble falling asleep at night, you're not alone. The combination of
Melissa
Mar 21, 20233 min read
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inflammation: the good, the bad, the ugly
Inflammation, it comes with the job right? Swollen feet after a long day in pointe shoes, swollen + sore muscles from repeating new choreogr
Melissa
Jan 3, 20234 min read
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NSAID what?
NSAIDs - can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em. Basically says every performance athlete ever. Well… what are they? NSAIDs are...
Melissa
Sep 6, 20225 min read
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