Ever felt a pang of unexpected hunger the moment before you entered stage right? Or been a few minutes into class before realizing the dinner you ate an hour ago has left you overstuffed and lethargic? Figuring out when to eat and hydrate can feel more elusive than getting a full scholarship to your dream […]
If your Insta feed includes even one dancer/fitfluencer, you’re probably familiar with the term “macros” (short for “macronutrients”). If you take the time to “count your macros,” some dancers and fitness pros promise, you’ll gain strength and energy. But when you talk to a nutritionist, it quickly becomes clear that a dancer-friendly diet just can’t […]
It’s more than okay to fill your plate up with #allthefood at Thanksgiving dinner, but certain dishes can make the post-holiday slump all too real in dance class the next day. To combat that sleepy, too-full feeling, try swapping a few Thanksgiving staples for lighter (but just as flavorful!) options. Eat This: Baked sweet potato […]
Turmeric, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garlic: They’re spice cabinet staples that double as performance-boosters. Dance Spirit turned to Emily Cook Harrison, a registered dietitian at Nutrition for Great Performances in Atlanta, GA, for a breakdown of their benefits, and the most effective ways to incorporate them into your diet. Turmeric Thinkstock “Turmeric is most commonly […]
“Whole, low-fat, or skim?” The question of which milk to drink has gotten a little more complicated lately, with a wide variety of nondairy milks popping up in grocery stores. To find out which ones are worth your milk money, we had registered dietitian Monika Saigal answer some FAQs. What’s in Nondairy Milk? Nondairy milk […]
You already know the more fruits and vegetables you eat, the better. But did you know that the same goes for their colors? Those vibrant reds, greens, oranges (and everything in between) are pretty—and packed with tons of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins that’ll take your energy (and your dancing) to the next level. Dance […]
You’ve seen it a million times: A glamorous, toned dancer posts a perfectly styled shot of her colorful smoothie bowl. The caption gushes about how great you’ll feel if you eat “clean”—but what does that actually mean? DS asked registered dietitian/nutritionist Rachel Fine and holistic health coach (and founder of The Whole Dancer) Jess Spinner […]
Whether you’re looking for that perfect present for your BFF, or something easy for your whole studio #squad, shopping decisions during the holidays can be crazy-making. Fortunately, there are tons of dancer-owned companies and dancer-designed products out there, so you can buy presents for everyone while simultaneously supporting fellow artists. We rounded up a few […]