Tag: fitness

No More Knee Pain!

You spend your days jumping, leaping, bending, twisting and generally putting a ton of stress on your knees. But be kind to them—they’re two of your most important body parts! One of the best ways to avoid knee pain is to strengthen the muscles surrounding your kneecaps. “These exercises will help improve your alignment, which […]

Barry's Broadway Bootcamp Will Kick Your Butt

When Barry’s Bootcamp reached out to me a few weeks ago about trying one of the fitness studio’s “Broadway Bootcamp” classes, I was all over it. I edit the Fitness section of Dance Spirit, and I’m always looking to try trendy new workouts (so I can share them with you, of course). Barry’s Bootcamp has been around for a while […]

The 7 Best Moves for Your Dancer Bod

If you’re traveling and can’t make it to a dance class—or even to the hotel gym—that doesn’t mean you have to skip your workout. DS asked four fitness pros who specialize in dance for their favorite dancer-specific exercises. These moves will keep you toned all over, and none of them require any props or equipment. […]

20 Seasons with the Knicks City Dancers

courtesy Madison Square Garden The Knicks City Dancers are perhaps the most iconic sideline stars in the NBA. From their hard-hitting center court routines to the time they spend mingling with fans in the stands, the 22 members of the KCD work hard to live up to their well-deserved reputation. The 2011–12 season marks the […]

Ready to Roll

[portfolio_slideshow nowrap=0 thumbs=true timeout=4000 showtitles=true showcaps=true showdesc=true]

Back Builders

[portfolio_slideshow nowrap=0 thumbs=true timeout=4000 showtitles=true showcaps=true showdesc=true]

Toe Pointers

[portfolio_slideshow nowrap=0 thumbs=true timeout=4000 showtitles=true showcaps=true showdesc=true]