If you’re anything like us, when you hear “electrolytes,” you think of one thing: sports drinks. Specifically, those OTT commercials where famous athletes sweat profusely before gulping down the contents of a neon-filled cup or bottle. According to registered dietitians (and former dancers!) Nora Minno and Emily Cook Harrison, the real story on electrolytes isn’t […]
Wherever you’re scrolling—TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or all of the above—odds are you’ve come across a “What I Eat in a Day” video, posted by one of your favorite pro dancers or #Dancefluencers. These videos are tightly edited, full of aesthetic smoothie bowls, meal prep for days and cute kitchenware. So, naturally, you might be tempted […]
If you keep up with the #fitfluencer community, chances are you’ve heard of the latest nutrition trend: intermittent fasting, or IF. Proponents of intermittent fasting boast all kinds of benefits, from improved sleep to decreased inflammation. But is intermittent fasting the real deal? And is it right for dancers? Dance Spirit spoke with Rachel Fine, […]
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 […]
In our Dear Katie series, Miami City Ballet soloist Kathryn Morgan answers your pressing dance questions. Have something you want to ask Katie? Email [email protected] for a chance to be featured! Dear Katie, I’m a 14-year-old dancer, and my biggest dream is to become a professional. I have pretty good technique (though I’m still a […]
Boundless energy. A more “toned” feeling. Decreased inflammation. When Patricia Zhou (then dancing with the Staatsballett Berlin in Germany) heard a friend rave about the ketogenic diet’s supposed effects over two years ago, she knew she had to give it a try. Zhou, who’s now with L.A. Dance Project, stuck with the ultra-restrictive diet longer […]