Podiatrists and physiatrists and pulmonologists, oh, my! There are a lot of medical subspecialists out there—and many of these professionals can make a real difference to a dancer’s health and career. With the help of Virginia Wilmerding, PhD (dance science researcher and research professor for the exercise science and dance programs at the University of […]
If you’re one of the many dancers heading back into the studio soon, “excited” doesn’t even begin to cover it. You’ve missed dancing alongside your friends, you’ve felt the lack of IRL corrections, and you’re desperate to really jump and turn for the first time in months. (And if you’re not back yet, you’re probably […]
If you keep up with the #fitfluencer community, chances are you’ve heard of the latest nutrition trend: intermittent fasting, or IF. Proponents of intermittent fasting boast all kinds of benefits, from improved sleep to decreased inflammation. But is intermittent fasting the real deal? And is it right for dancers? Dance Spirit spoke with Rachel Fine, […]
Having to wear a mask is a small price to pay to finally be back dancing with partners other than our family members and pets. But we won’t lie: Masks are uncomfortable. If you’ve experienced “maskne”—increased irritation and acne from frequent mask-wearing—you’re not alone. Luckily, dermatologists have quickly become experts on this new dilemma. Dance […]
We all know the feeling: You wake up the day after class or rehearsal just to find that you literally. cannot. move. To answer all your burning (pun intended!) questions about the way-too-relatable topic of soreness, Dance Spirit enlisted the experts: board-certified sports medicine specialist Dr. Selina Shah, and Michelle Rodriguez, MPT and physical therapist […]
After months of dancing in your living room, bedroom, or kitchen, you finally get to go back to the studio! And for the safety of you and everyone else, you’re required to wear a mask. No sweat, right? Well, quite a bit of sweat, actually—but it’s well worth it. Here are the eight stages of […]
From oversized mouse heads in The Nutcracker to Jabbawockeez masks, most dancers have experience performing with restrictive costumes or headpieces. But as we transition from taking class at home during the COVID-19 pandemic to sharing a studio with others, masks aren’t just a costume accessory: They’re a necessary health tool. While masks are not a […]
There’s a new must-have accessory for the dancers who’ve begun to venture back into the studio. Face masks are essential to protect your teachers and fellow dancers (not to mention their families) from coronavirus. But they definitely make dancing more complicated. How can you prepare for—and adjust to—the new masked normal? Here’s practical advice from […]