Tag: popping

A Control Freakz' Take on Adele

What makes a good hip-hop video? A dynamic cast, a catchy pop song and high quality camera work, for starters. Jon Boogz of the Control Freakz—remember them from “So You Think You Can Dance”?—has hit all those points in his latest project to Adele’s “Daydreamer.” He and fellow dancer Rokka groove on a bench (and […]

We've Got Jackson Fever

This morning, we recapped last night’s brilliant “So You Think You Can Dance” Michael Jackson tribute show, and the DS editors haven’t stopped humming our favorite MJ hits since. Safe to say, there’s a bit of Jackson fever going around the office. So we figured, why fight it? Don’t stop ’til you get enough, amiright? […]

Zit Zapping!

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 […]

Snap, Crackle, Pop!

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 […]