Touring Journal Fuel your performance from city to city
Touring and competition travel combine the joy of performing with the stress of spontaneity. This journal covers eating on the road, navigating fast food, hotel hacks, and portable snacks that need no kitchen so you perform at your best wherever you land.
Ask better questions at every stop
Swap “Is this good or bad?” for three better questions. Pick a stop to try it.
A sandwich with bread, protein, and veggies will carry you further than coffee alone.
Refill a water bottle after security and keep sipping in the air.
Eat when you can, even if the timing feels odd. Skipping the meal catches up with you later.
Everything for life on the road, chapter by chapter
Nutrition for touring dancers, built for airports, hotel rooms, and late nights after the show.
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Overcoming challenges
What makes fueling on tour hard, and how to plan around it.
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Physical preparation
Supporting stamina and strength from city to city.
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Dining out
Choosing nutrient-rich meals from any menu.
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Fast-food realities
Building a balanced meal at the drive-through.
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Time management
Fitting meals and snacks into unpredictable days.
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Rest and recovery
Recharging between travel days and shows.
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Travel tips and hotel hacks
Making the most of hotel rooms and breakfast buffets.
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Snack box
Portable snacks that need no kitchen.
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Packing guides
Checklists for your suitcase and carry-on.
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Recipes
Simple recipes you can make on the road.
In their own words
“I’ve learned so much from Rachel and not just about nutrition and what foods are most beneficial for energy (for dance class, workout etc) and recovery.”Jane E.Dancer
“You immediately see that Rachel is truly an expert in this field and is passionate about it.”E.Workshop participant
Hi, I'm Rachel
I'm a former professional dancer turned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and I've spent my career helping dancers heal from dancer diet culture, those confusing messages about which foods are "good" and which are "bad" for performance.
Life on the road is exciting and unpredictable. This journal is how I help dancers stay fueled when there’s no kitchen in sight.
Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS-C
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