Should I Attend A Summer Dance Intensive?
According to a recent poll I shared on Instagram, 70% of dancers who are considering a summer intensive are most anxious over how to fuel while away. This is especially concerning since summer intensives are a common site where disordered eating habits emerge.
Read More…How Can Food Impact My Mood?
The potential association between disordered eating and certain mood states like depression, fatigue, and confusion has been examined among dancers. Especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the mental health of the American youth is worsening, and the need for treatment surpasses what is available. But while the complexities of mental health span beyond this article, there is a large body of research examining the impact of what we eat on our moods.
Read More…Is Food Addiction Real?
Do you feel like you’re always thinking about your next meal? Do thoughts about what you “should” and “shouldn’t” eat play on repeat in your mind? Or, perhaps, it’s your fear of “once I start I’ll never stop!” In this article, we’re not just debunking the MYTH, yes, MYTH of food addiction, but we’re also diving into what it actually means to be obsessed with food, why food obsession happens, and how to FINALLY stop these obsessive thoughts.
Read More…Is A Vegan Diet Healthy For Dancers
We can all benefit from including plants on our plate, but what about a dancer who is aiming for a lifestyle that’s 100% plant-based? A dancer’s, especially an adolescent dancer’s, nutritional needs are higher than the average person’s. Is it doable to follow a vegan diet and meet these extensive nutritional needs? Furthermore, since we’re all about food freedom here, is it possible to follow such restrictions and still maintain a positive relationship towards ALL foods?
Read More…How To Overcome Stress & Fatigue
It’s common for dancers to find themselves exhausted mentally, physically, and emotionally. Balancing a packed dance schedule with academic coursework is hard enough. Chronic fatigue can be detrimental to your health, well-being, and your ability to perform to your greatest potential. While a dancer’s schedule is notoriously difficult to manage, you owe it to your mind, body, and soul to find moments to breathe.
Read More…What Is A Ballet Body? Responding to Triggers
How we define a “ballet body” is finally getting the opposition it deserves, with high-profile dancers speaking out against it. So when the title, “What Is A Ballet Body?” popped into my feed, I immediately clicked to read. The article delivers a lot, but amidst this hope lurks some very concerning content. Here are my thoughts.
Read More…Food should be fun. Not stressful
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