Reaching New Heights
Have you ever seen a ballerina’s arabesque and thought, Wow, her back is so flexible—does she even have a spine? … Continue reading → The post Reaching New Heights appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleMaking It Stick
Joffrey Ballet dancer Jeraldine Mendoza was thrilled to be cast as Juliet in Krzysztof Pastor’s Romeo and Juliet—but her excitement … Continue reading → The post Making It Stick appeared first on Dance...
View ArticleBye-Bye Bloat
News flash: You’re probably going to overindulge a bit on Thanksgiving—and that’s OK! Ultimately, a single day of eating too … Continue reading → The post Bye-Bye Bloat appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleAdduction Addiction
It’s a frustrating conundrum: Even the bendiest dancer will have low développés if she doesn’t know how to engage the … Continue reading → The post Adduction Addiction appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleWinter Weather Woes
’Tis the season for frigid temperatures, abrasive winds and arid indoor heating—all of which can wreak havoc on your skin, … Continue reading → The post Winter Weather Woes appeared first on Dance...
View ArticleBreast Assured
Girls know that growing up means growing breasts. But for dancers, going through this change can be extra awkward—especially since … Continue reading → The post Breast Assured appeared first on Dance...
View ArticleExcellence > Perfection
Excellence > Perfection The annual post-holiday self-help craze is upon us—cue the gym memberships, health books, relationship advice columns and … Continue reading → The post Excellence >...
View ArticleFlower Power
When injury strikes, how do you deal with pain? For many dancers, coping involves generous amounts of ibuprofen and ice. … Continue reading → The post Flower Power appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleExtreme Makeover: Dance Bag Edition
Face it: Your dance bag is gross. But sweaty clothes, smelly shoes and protein bar wrappers aren’t the only nasties … Continue reading → The post Extreme Makeover: Dance Bag Edition appeared first on...
View ArticleWhen Your Period Disappears
Nobody likes having a period. It’s messy, it’s often painful and it doesn’t go well with a leotard and tights. … Continue reading → The post When Your Period Disappears appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleBare Necessities
Wearing a high-cut leo without tights is sure to give you that coveted legs-for-days look. But when it comes time ... More » The post Bare Necessities appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleAll About That Bass
We’ve all seen her: that dancer whose jumps just seem to defy gravity. From suspended sautés to soaring grands jetés, ... More » The post All About That Bass appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleGet Smoothie-Savvy
Spring sunshine has us all craving icy treats. Instead of reaching for a sugar-loaded milkshake or Frappuccino, opt for a ... More » The post Get Smoothie-Savvy appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleThe Dish on Paleo
The Paleo, or “caveman,” diet is a growing trend in the dance world and beyond. Many dancers are turning to ... More » The post The Dish on Paleo appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticlePre-Plié Prep
We’ve all heard it: the chorus of cracking joints that comes with the first plié of class. A lot of ... More » The post Pre-Plié Prep appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleI Dreamed a Dream
The night before every big competition, 14-year-old Tessa Wilkinson, who dances with Plumb Performing Arts Center in Scottsdale, AZ, has ... More » The post I Dreamed a Dream appeared first on Dance...
View ArticleRecital Rescues
You’ve practiced your choreography half a million times, organized your costumes in show order and made checklist after checklist including ... More » The post Recital Rescues appeared first on Dance...
View ArticleYour Unhealthiest Habits
You work hard in dance class to perfect your technique and perform at your best. But what you do outside ... More » The post Your Unhealthiest Habits appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleTreat Yo’ Self
This summer, many of you will experience a rare and beautiful thing: a week (or two!) off from dance. You ... More » The post Treat Yo’ Self appeared first on Dance Spirit.
View ArticleNot the Teacher’s Pet
It’s an all-too-common scenario: You’re dying to impress a particular teacher. You want to hear her opinions on your dancing, ... More » The post Not the Teacher’s Pet appeared first on Dance Spirit.
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