A Dancer’s Guide to Caffeine
Is caffeine an ally or adversary for dancers? While some believe caffeine offers benefits like increased focus, its effects vary from dancer to dancer. Understanding the nuances of caffeine consumption is important not just for performance, but also, for safety. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what dancers need to consider regarding the effect of caffeine on their performance.
Read More…How Many Calories Does A Dancer Need?
Are you eating enough as a dancer? There are many signs to help answer this question. Calories are a widely confusing and sometimes misguided topic, and this article will clarify everything you need to know about dancers and eating enough as a dancer.
Read More…Alcohol On Dance Performance
For dancers of the legal age to drink, understanding the effects of alcohol on performance is crucial not only to maintain your performance but to ensure your safety. In this blog post, we’ll explore what every dancer should know about how alcohol can impact their performance, including how to identify your limits safely.
Read More…What Is A Healthy Diet For Ballet Dancers?
A ballerina diet focuses consistency and balance. Ballet dancers need to optimize their food choices to support their energy to dance. As a result, a varied and non-restrictive diet is key. Add foods like colorful fruits and veggies, whole grains, eggs, potatoes, blueberries, to name a few.
Read More…Pantry Staples for Dancers
For dancers, the benefits of a well-stocked pantry are vast. It eases meal prep when long hours in the studio often mean less time in the kitchen. It helps with eating on a budget and offers a simple solution to boosting the nutrient density of your meals. So what pantry staples should every dancer stock? This blog post will uncover essential pantry staples for dancers to ensure a balanced and nourishing meal plan. The best part? Each is shelf-stable, making it a budget-friendly and convenient addition to meals or snacks.
Read More…Here’s why “Eat in Moderation” is the worst advice ever
When you’re placing any limit (even that “in moderation” limit) upon yourself and food, you’re setting yourself up to want more. Yes, it can be scary to attempt a lifestyle without any limits over your food choices. But eventually, you’ll learn how to identify what feels good and what doesn’t. You’ll discover what “enough” really is for you and what it means to feel satisfied.
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