Category Archives: Health
Five Body Issues No One Wants To Talk About (But We Will!)
As a dancer, you know how beautiful the human body can be. So when you discover something heinous, such as … Continue reading
The Ins and Outs of Bunion Care
Every time Jenna takes off her jazz shoes, her dance buds flee the scene. The ghastly sight isn’t a gnarly … Continue reading
Nine Ways to Love the Woman You’re Becoming
It seemed like everything changed overnight. Suddenly, 14-year-old Karen Black’s* breasts didn’t fit into her favorite camisole leotard, her thighs … Continue reading
What You Need To Know About Concussions
A year ago, I was in an onstage accident. A stage manager sent another dancer on before his cue and … Continue reading
Dancer, Heal Thyself
For most dancers, the joys of dancing are coupled with inevitable aches and pains. You’ve probably heard about a bunch … Continue reading
Give Me A Break
How bad would an ulcer have to get before you stayed home from class? If you’re like former Ailey School … Continue reading


