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dancers + caffeine: a helpful combo?
While caffeine consumption has become deeply ingrained in our daily routines, it's essential to recognize that it's NOT a requirement to get
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Melissa
- Feb 6
- 3 min
essentially nonessential? a deeper look at amino acids: glutamine
Protein in essential - but what are the building blocks?
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Melissa
- Jan 16
- 6 min
you are what you eat - my thoughts
Upon first glance, I admit to emitting an audible groan when this documentary, "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment," appeared in my Net
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Melissa
- Jan 9
- 4 min
rest. replenish. reconnect.
You’ve just finished a very busy, very stressful few weeks that culminated in the absolute best performance high you’ve ever experienced. No
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Melissa
- Jan 3
- 3 min
dance into 2024: resolutions for dancers
Welcome to a new year filled with possibilities, fellow dancers! As the social media wave of New Year's Resolutions continues to roll throug
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Melissa
- Dec 31, 2023
- 6 min
it's audition season... now what?
Welp, it’s that time of year yet again: Audition Season. No matter the type - cattle call, private, invitation only, open company class, fre
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Melissa
- Dec 19, 2023
- 4 min
recovery nutrition: nurture your artistry
The curtain has fallen on another mesmerizing holiday performance season. You’re now caught in a whirlwind of emotions—elation from the appl
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Melissa
- Nov 17, 2023
- 3 min
navigating the holidays
As the holiday season unfolds, we say hello to limited daylight. We usher in a joyful stretch from Thanksgiving through Valentine's Day, a s
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Melissa
- Oct 31, 2023
- 3 min
too busy to eat?
Life as a dancer is a whirlwind of activity, from early morning rehearsals to late-night performances, leaving little time for those all-imp
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Melissa
- Oct 16, 2023
- 3 min
I'm injured... now what?
As we find ourselves getting deeper into Nutcracker season, the stage is set for both seasoned performers and budding talents to shine. Howe
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Melissa
- Oct 10, 2023
- 3 min
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
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Melissa
- Oct 3, 2023
- 2 min
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
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Melissa
- Sep 26, 2023
- 3 min
decoding bmi: what you need to know about body mass index
BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a term frequently tossed around in discussions about health and obesity. But what exactly is BMI, and does it tr
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Melissa
- Sep 19, 2023
- 3 min
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
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Melissa
- Sep 12, 2023
- 2 min
you can't AI your health: the limits of tech in wellness
Do you find comfort in tracking your steps, sleep, and even emotional trends with wearables like Fitbit? You're not alone. But let's not for
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Melissa
- Sep 5, 2023
- 3 min
set the stage for your season: a blueprint for success
Picture this: You're a dancer about to step onto the stage. Would you ever rush out in your costume without any rehearsal or preparation? Su
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Melissa
- Aug 2, 2023
- 3 min
the caffeine buzz ☕
Caffeine - love it, hate it, need it, avoid it - whatever your relationship is with caffeine it’s helpful to understand what it is, how it c
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Melissa
- Jul 19, 2023
- 3 min
popping the pill: nutritional implications of birth control for dancers
The recent availability of an over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill has sparked discussions about its accessibility and the nutritional
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Melissa
- Jul 13, 2023
- 2 min
prioritize your #2 💩
Not sure about y'all, but when I travel it's very apparent that my #2 becomes my #1 priority...
And yes, we're talking about bowel rhythm,
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Melissa
- Jun 28, 2023
- 3 min
embracing true health: beyond body weight
Understanding the intricate relationship between nutrients, performance, and the demands of dance and athleticism is crucial. However, let’s
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