Dancers love to sit in an impressive stretch and yank their legs into all sorts of positions in order to ‘increase’ their...
Vitamin C is one of the most popular vitamin supplements taken by dancers internationally1, but this is a classic example of how...
The rise in popularity of non-dairy milk alternatives can be attributed to many diverse reasons, including increased awareness of their health benefits,...
With Valentine’s Day behind us, many of my clients continue to voice sadness or even disdain around this time of year with...
The keto diet, short for ketogenic, is the latest variation of a low carbohydrate diet with a twist that it recommends eating...
You are probably no stranger to the term “New Year’s resolution”. The most common are to “get healthy” or “lose weight”. I...
For many dancers, the end-of-year performances are a critical time to be seen and demonstrate what you have achieved, but it’s also...
“Our feet are our foundation,” says biomechanics educator Bea Glendenning of I Can Move. “To build a strong foundation, you must make...
Exercise, as we know, is very important and offers numerous benefits. Exercises help strengthen the muscles around the joints, and prevent stiffness,...
With the right care and attention to our body and mind, winter can be a time to thrive, to get down to...
My daughter is now taking five dance classes a week, so at a recent visit to her pediatrician, I asked about testing...
As a dietitian for dancers and a former professional dancer myself, I get lots of e-mails. Many of these questions are about...
It’s so important for dancers to get a healthy meal in the evenings after a long day of dancing. Your body needs...
Finally lose that extra weight by simply shifting the way you think about food choices – No calorie counting required. By Emily...
By Emily C. Harrison MS, RD, LD. www.dancernutrition.com. It is undeniable that dancers are athletes at the highest level. They have to...
By Emily C. Harrison MS, RD, LD. www.dancernutrition.com This Valentine’s day, why not think about your physical heart, as well as your...
By Emily C. Harrison MS, RD, LD. www.dancernutrition.com When the holidays are over and we are left with a few extra pounds,...
Why Carbs Can be a Dancer’s Best Friend By Emily C. Harrison MS, RD, LD. www.dancernutrition.com Want better jump height, more endurance,...
By Emily C. Harrison MS, RD, LD. Even mild dehydration can affect performance. Staying hydrated is extremely important to a dancer’s performance...