You catch your reflection between combinations and do a quick scan: lines, waist, quads. Later, you zoom in on a rehearsal photo to check your arm shape. Maybe you pinch, adjust, or try on an old costume “just to see.” If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything “wrong.” You’re likely body checking.

“What I Eat in a Day” videos are everywhere right now — from influencers to professional ballet dancers. They’re easy to click on, and I’ll admit, I’ve watched my share, too.

Imagine this: your teen dancer comes home after a long day of school and rehearsal, grabs a slice of cake, and sits down at the table. Before you can stop yourself, you say—“Shouldn’t you have something healthier?”

The power of flexibility, sustainability, and realistic fueling. When dancers come to me for nutrition support, one of the first things they ask is: “Can you just tell me exactly what to eat?”

If there’s one nutrient that gets dancers spinning in circles (and not the good kind), it’s sugar. Somewhere along the way, sugar got...

What dancers need to know about sugar, energy, and fueling smartly—not fearfully.

Learn how much protein dancers actually need to support strength, recovery, and energy—without crowding out other nutrients essential for performance.

If you've followed my content for a while, you’ve probably noticed that I use the word balance when talking about dancer nutrition—but...

Not all nutrition advice is good advice. Learn how to spot red flags in nutrition advice so you can fuel smarter as a dancer—without the con

Bloating is common in dancers, but when should you be concerned? Learn why it happens, when to investigate, and how to manage bloating witho

Dancers are constantly seeking ways to optimize their performance, improve recovery, and maintain long-term health. While training...

Learn about Low Energy Availability (LEA) and how it impacts dancers and athletes. Discover actionable tips for energy balance, performance

As dancers, we push our bodies to the limit—especially during peak performance seasons like Nutcracker. While we often focus on fueling...

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

Dancers thrive on the stage, but the pressures of performance and long hours of rehearsals can take a toll both physically and mentally. Whi

Casting season can stir up a mix of emotions—excitement, anxiety, and sometimes frustration. As dancers, it’s natural to want to control eve

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