Dance as an Artist

If you’ve felt like intuitive eating isn’t “working” for you, pause and reflect. It’s not that you’re doing it wrong. More often, it’s that you’re still healing from the residue of diet culture: the scarcity thinking, the fear of abundance, the moralizing of food. You need to trust yourself around food. This happens with unconditional permission to eat.

Real dance parents share their honest experiences raising young dancers—from managing injuries and school stress to navigating nutrition and body image in the dance world.

Nutrition workshops for dancers are a key element of a dance school or company’s training efforts. Nutrition workshops from qualified dietitians are encouraged to combat common challenges that exist for both the dancers and the educators. Learn why evidence-based nutrition education matters for dancers and the signs your studio needs one now.

Not drinking enough fluids— especially during the hot and humid summer months— can impact everything from stamina to flexibility. For pre-professional and professional dancers, a planned hydration strategy isn’t just helpful; it’s essential. This post dives deeper into rehydration therapy: when dancers need electrolytes, what types are best, and how to choose the right supplement for your schedule and sweat rate.

Beyond basic health, hydration can impact flexibility, stamina, and focus. Needless to say, proper hydration is essential for performance, recovery, and injury prevention. In this post, we’ll dive into everything dancers need to know about staying hydrated, without the obsession. You’ll learn how to assess your hydration needs, what to drink (and when), and practical tips to fuel your performance throughout dance classes, rehearsals, and intensives.