A few years ago, making a PB&J sandwich was simple. You’d go to the store for nut butter and find three choices: Jif, Skippy or Peter Pan peanut butter—all of which are delicious, but each of which has health drawbacks like added sugars and hydrogenated fats. These days, though, there are as many types of […]
Whether you’re slicking it into a tight ponytail or stabbing it with bobby pins to secure the perfect bun, your hair is constantly being put under stress. But that doesn’t mean it has to look like a broom! Read on to find out how to keep your locks healthy and beautiful. How often should I […]
Formfitting leotards, makeup and lots of sweat are part of every dancer’s day. But they can also create the perfect breeding ground for acne and skin irritation. Here, dermatologists D’Anne Kleinsmith, MD, and Daniela Kroshinsky, MD, share their advice for keeping your skin clear and radiant. Beat the Breakout • Take care of your skin […]
Maud Arnold (by Tadeo Arnold) At DS we spend our days fawning over Lauren Froderman’s fabulous legs, Ashly Costa’s impressive abs and Maud Arnold’s awesome curves—so naturally we wanted to know how these pros stay in such great shape. Turns out, they work hard to maintain their totally toned bodies. But they’ve also found ways […]
There’s nothing more daunting than the prospect of going to the gynecologist for the first time. A doctor down there? No, thank you! But one of the worst things you can do for your oh-so-important dancer body is put off your visit—especially if you’re having a problem. Dr. Lauren Streicher, MD, a gynecologist and assistant […]
You feel: Pain along the back of your thigh when stretching your port de bras forward and contracting to come back up. You might also experience swelling (like a knot the size of a golf ball or baseball) and tenderness. In severe cases, there may be bruising. Try This: The first 2–3 days, ice […]
Ever notice it often sounds like someone’s popping bubble wrap at the start of a ballet class? Knees click and ankles crack as dancers warm up their bodies and work out the kinks. Some people pair up with friends to adjust each other’s backs while others feel like they have to pop their hips before […]
Sarah wanted to be a professional dancer. But when she turned 14, she realized her body was changing—something all teens go through. She thought she needed to get rid of her “baby fat” to be taken seriously at auditions, so she turned to crash dieting. First it was Atkins—all bacon all the time!—and then just […]