Pre-Performance Dance Warm Up Exercises
Prior to competing or performing, dancers should understand the importance of fully warming up their bodies. We spend a lot of time discussing this with our dancers, and we provide a checklist of proper pre-performance dance warm up exercises (FYI, sitting in a straddle is not a proper warm-up!). This way, if we are busy […]
Health and Safety in a Dance Studio: Handling Flu Season
Your studio can quickly become a breeding ground for sickness if you don’t take the necessary measures to combat germs and bacteria.
Dancer Nutrition: What to Eat Before a Dance Recital
As the big day approaches, dancer nutrition choices are very important. You need to make sure performers’ bodies are getting the right nutrition, so that they are healthy before, during, and after practice, and build muscle to come back better and stronger for the next rehearsal. On the day of recital, don’t make big changes to […]
How to Stay Warm as a Dancer: Winter is Coming!
There is no denying the chilly, winter weather! It is imperative that we teach our students how to stay warm as a dancer: by dressing smartly and warmly during the cold, extreme weather conditions. One of my great friends, Nuala DeGeorge offered the following, great tips for how to stay warm to her students at […]
Dancer Injury: When Do You Need to Go to the Doctor?
Not sure if you should go see a doctor about a possible dancer injury? Let’s walk through some steps to make sure you take the best care of a dancer possible. How Does a Dancer Injury Happen? Dancing is an athletic activity, and even the best dancers can land off balance or turn an ankle the wrong […]
Dancer Burnout: How to Get Students Through the Season
It’s the middle of the season. Are routines are looking fine but feeling tired? Are dancers going through the motions but also holding back? Have you heard more complaining than usual? You’ve got the warning signs of some imminent dancer burnout. Few things are more natural for dancers, athletes, or people who practice their talent […]
Healthy Smoothie Recipes for Dancers: “En Pointe”
Besides being very easy and convenient to prepare, healthy smoothie recipes also provide your body with lots of nutrients and keep you feeling full. Because of the large number of ingredients that you can use, you can easily find lots of different healthy smoothie recipes online. The main ingredients that are commonly used are fruits, vegetables, nuts, […]
Coming Back Safely After a Dance Injury
Returning to dance after an injury is not a process that can be rushed.
