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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


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

Melissa
Feb 8, 20244 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


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

Melissa
Jan 9, 20244 min read


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

Melissa
Dec 19, 20234 min read


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

Melissa
Nov 17, 20233 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


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

Melissa
Oct 31, 20233 min read


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

Melissa
Oct 16, 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


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

Melissa
Sep 26, 20233 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


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

Melissa
Aug 2, 20233 min read


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,

Melissa
Jul 13, 20232 min read


the essential role of fats in performance nutrition
Fat - a word that often raises eyebrows and concerns when it comes to nutrition. But let’s set the record straight: eating fat does not make

Melissa
Jun 21, 20233 min read


unlock the power of macronutrients: the mighty carbohydrate
In this blog post series, we'll dive into "The Big Three" macronutrients and explore how they support your performance nutrition. Today, we’

Melissa
Jun 14, 20232 min read
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