Thanksgiving is almost here and that means that come tomorrow there will be lots and lots of food to eat (cue happy dance!!!). And because there’s always room on the Thanksgiving table for more dishes and treats, we asked New York City ballet dancer and food blogger Jenelle Manzi (who is no stranger to creative […]
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 […]
There’s no question that life as a dancer can be difficult—long hours, rigorous rehearsals, and the risk of rejection and injury can take a toll. But dancing also gives us so much to be thankful for! In honor of Thanksgiving, we asked nine dancers to share what they’re most grateful for this year. From overcoming […]
I smell a viral video most fowl. It’s been a week since Thanksgiving, but if you’re still not over your turkey coma, this bizarro clip will certainly wake you up. Artist and animator Joel Erkkinen posted his creation a year ago, but it’s still racking up YouTube views today. And it’s not hard to see […]
This Thanksgiving, two celebrity families served up a LOT more than turkey and mashed potatoes. Former “Dancing with the Stars” partners Derek Hough and Maria Menounos (“Extra”) battled it out over Instagram in a Thanksgiving dance war. And in the spirit of the holiday, their families got involved too. It was a bold move for […]
Thanksgiving leftovers are easily the best part about the holiday. But digesting rich foods can sap your energy. We spoke with Emily Cook Harrison, a registered dietitian at the Centre for Dance Nutrition in Atlanta, for the scoop on the best Turkey Day leftover recipes for performance power. She suggested a number of delicious combinations, […]
Thanksgiving dinner is one of those moments where it’s more than okay to help yourself to everything. And you shouldn’t feel guilty, either—your dinner plate is packed with nutritional goodness that’ll keep your body in tip-top dancing shape. Dance Spirit spoke with Peggy Swistak, MS, RDN, CD, of Pacific Northwest Ballet, about the bountiful benefits […]
Happy Thanksgiving, dance friends! Are you about to be stuffing yourself with turkey, or in the process of stuffing yourself with turkey, or already stuffed with turkey? We hope so. Because that’s what Thanksgiving is all about. (Also, Pilgrims.) But seriously: The world needs a little cheering up right now, and that’s why we’re glad […]