Tag: health

What to Order at the Drive-Thru

Wake up at 6 a.m. Get ready for school. Leave by 7. Start school at 8. Done by 3. Run home, change for dance class, get to studio by 4. Dance until 8 pm. Home by 8:30. Homework until 11. Sleep at midnight. Wake up the next day—and do it all over again. Food? What […]

All About Artificial Sweeteners

Get this: Each American consumes 31 teaspoons of sugar a day—that adds up to over 100 pounds of sugar a year! Our excessive sugar intake has been linked to obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, unruly behavior and cavities. In an attempt to trim down sugar intake, Americans have turned to sugar alternatives like artificial […]

Head-to-Toe Wellness

Whether you’re jetting off to a six-week intensive or driving around the corner for a weekend workshop, it’s important to maintain your physical and emotional well-being in order to make the most of your summer dance training. Use this wellness guide to ensure that your experience is a good one! Brain Boosters According to a […]

The True Cost of a Dancer's Health

Since before it became a national crisis, finding good and affordable healthcare has been a serious dilemma for the average dancer. The physical demands placed on a dancer’s body make health insurance a necessity, but most aren’t lucky enough to get coverage through their employers, much less pay out of pocket. To help you find […]