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…get healthy, stay strong, dance like a warrior. We have all heard the phrase “garbage in, garbage out”. Computer geeks use it to mean that the quality of output is only as good as the quality of the input. The same is true for our bodies: what we put into them directly influences what we can get out of them!

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April

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WATER: In the Know About H2O

We all have heard that we should drink at least 8 glasses of water (~64 oz.) daily to thrive, but have you ever wondered why? In a nutshell, each of our 45 trillion+ cells needs H2O to transport oxygen and nutrients in while flushing toxins and impurities out.

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April

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Five Tips to Make Pointe Shoes Last

Pointe shoes are expensive. It’s hard to ask your parents to pay for so many pairs at anywhere between $50.00 and $110.00 a pop and it can be incredibly difficult for a high school, undergraduate, student, or un-paid ballerina to pay for them. So we must squeeze every inch of life out of our shoes to be cost-efficient. These simple techniques to care for your shoes can save you hundreds of dollars.

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April

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Teaching Beginners – Tricks To Get Them Relaxed

Often teachers are faced with the obstacle of interacting with people who are simultaneously passionate about dancing, but also shy when they need to interact with a large group. There are certain dynamics in the dance room that beginners are unaware of, so introduce them to this world and you will see them shine faster than you anticipated. This post is split into two parts – psychological and practical.

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The Role of an Understudy

You look at the cast list bright-eyed and with a heart full of hope. Scanning your finger down the list you frantically search for your name and there it is. No… not in the slot for the lead, but in parentheses next to it. Understudy. Your heart automatically sinks but not so fast, dear reader! All hope is not lost.

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The Incredible Health Benefits of Pineapple for Dancers

Ahhh, the yumminess of glorious fresh pineapple! Did you know that pineapple has a serious positive impact on the health of people who eat it regularly?

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Boosting Morale While Prepping For The 2025 Season

Expressing appreciation isn’t just a nice gesture; it’s a powerful tool for boosting morale, loyalty, and performance. When team members feel “seen,” they’re more engaged, energized, and committed to becoming their best. I know for many of you leaders in the competition event space, this might feel a little “silly,” but it’s just how humans are wired.

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Dance is a Stress Relief!

Now many people may not believe me when I say that dancing can be a brilliant stress reducer. But believe me, dance is a great way to relieve your everyday stresses or anxieties. Several studies, in clinical and nonclinical situations, have proven dance has reduced stress in students taking part in the studies.

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5 Tips to a Smooth Audition

At my home, Maine State Ballet, even the Sugar Plum Fairy needs to pin on an audition number. I don't mind the formality in the least either because it's a humbling reminder of where we all started.

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Body memory

Some mornings right before I open my eyes, when the sun is just peeking through my almost transparent curtains, I dream. I dream vivid dreams of people and places, of songs and words, of colors and smells that I have seen or smelled once upon a time ...

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The Benefits of a Choreographed Warm-Up

Particularly in my advanced jazz and tap classes, I like to have a pre-choreographed, routine warm-up that I teach at the beginning of the school year and we use to get class going for the rest of the season.

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The Care and Keeping of Your Feet

In case you haven’t noticed … competition season is here! You’ll want your mind and your body ready to go and ready to endure long hours of hard work. Blisters, bunions, and ingrown toenails are the enemy and it’s vital to have a strong defence against these formidable warriors. Here are seven tips to keep your toes in tip-top shape.

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Reflections on the Sweethearts of Ballet

My sister Adrienne sent this video listed below over to me and I had to take a moment to recover. Have you ever seen a couple so genuinely happy?

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Refueling a Dancer - Only Premium Please

Sunday is probably my favorite day. You finally get a break after the grind of the week that seems to go on endlessly at times. It's important to utilize this day off and let your body rest, especially in the thick of summer intensives. Allowing your body this time off can enhance your performance and you'll feel better all around.

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