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creatine for dancers: my personal experiment (and why I stopped taking it)
Does creatine work for dancers? After 45 days of supplementing with creatine, I saw strength gains—but also unexpected side effects. Here’s

Melissa
Feb 17, 20253 min read


supplements for dancers - the hard truths
Are supplements really necessary for dancers? Before spending money on powders and pills, learn the hard truths about supplements, when they

Melissa
Feb 12, 20253 min read


unraveling the myths about calories: part 3: the science behind why calories don’t count (like you think they do)
Dancers, are you obsessed with calorie counting? Here’s why that mindset might be holding back your performance—and what to focus on instead

Melissa
Jan 16, 20255 min read


performance nutrition: a MUST for dance education
Discover why nutrition and anatomy education is essential for dancers. Learn how dance studios can empower young dancers with the knowledge

Melissa
Jan 13, 20254 min read


understanding low energy availability (LEA): a guide for dancers and athletes
Learn about Low Energy Availability (LEA) and how it impacts dancers and athletes. Discover actionable tips for energy balance, performance

Melissa
Jan 2, 20254 min read


magnesium - a key nutrient for dancer resiliency
As dancers, we push our bodies to the limit—especially during peak performance seasons like Nutcracker. While we often focus on fueling...

Melissa
Dec 18, 20243 min read


be proactive this performance season
Injuries can sideline even the most dedicated dancers, but building proactive habits can help reduce the risk and keep you performing at...

Melissa
Nov 22, 20244 min read


fortify your dancing - key nutrients for injury prevention in dancers
Fall is a busy time for dancers, and maintaining injury-free performance is a top priority. In this post, we’ll explore the nutrients...

Melissa
Nov 5, 20244 min read


immune boosting foods for dancers
As dancers, the fall season can be a whirlwind of rehearsals, performances, and increased demands on your body. With so much going on, your

Melissa
Oct 22, 20244 min read


stress + nutrition: how dancers can stay calm under pressure
Dancers thrive on the stage, but the pressures of performance and long hours of rehearsals can take a toll both physically and mentally. Whi

Melissa
Oct 8, 20244 min read


what dancers can control during casting season: focus on fueling, self-care, and balance
Casting season can bring excitement, anticipation, and sometimes stress. While it’s easy to get caught up in factors that feel out of your c

Melissa
Sep 24, 20243 min read


build resilience with nutrition: performance season prep
Our ability to jump, turn, stretch, and repeat day after day demands a unique kind of resilience—one that isn’t achieved solely through...

Melissa
Sep 17, 20244 min read


snack prep is a must for dancers: tips for fueling performance
You're racing from your last rehearsal of the day to your teaching gig across town where you'll spend the next 4.5 hours teaching young,...

Melissa
Sep 3, 20244 min read


fueling your summer dance program: why a flexible nutrition plan is essential
Picture this: it's the peak of summer, the studio feels like an oven, and you're drenched in sweat. You're only halfway through the day, but

Melissa
Apr 22, 20242 min read


creatine... for dancers?
Creatine – a powerhouse composed of three amino acids (methionine, glycine, and arginine), plays a pivotal role in fueling muscle contractio

Melissa
Feb 26, 20242 min read


essentially nonessential? a deeper look at amino acids: glutamine
Protein in essential - but what are the building blocks?

Melissa
Feb 6, 20243 min read


performance nutrition: protein
Protein is a crucial component of a dancer's diet. It not only provides the energy needed to keep up with rigorous training and performances

Melissa
Nov 8, 20233 min read


myth or fact: calorie edition
Calories are a topic of constant discussion in the world of food and nutrition. However, amid the countless conversations, myths and misunde

Melissa
Oct 10, 20233 min read


pulling the curtain back on calories
Calories. They seem to be everywhere, don't they? From food labels to Google searches, Reels, TikTok, and countless other sources. Let's emb

Melissa
Oct 3, 20232 min read


fueling excellence: energy requirements for dancers
Did you know that the energy requirements (often stated in calorie numbers) you see listed for the average person, or even the average athle

Melissa
Sep 19, 20233 min read
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