Summer Dance Intensive Nutrition: 6 Areas to Focus on for Fueling Successfully
For many, summertime is a time for vacations and relaxation, however for a dancer, summertime may include weeks of intense training. Summer intensives for dancers are an important part of dance culture because it’s a time for networking, refining technique, and learning new choreography or styles of dance. As exciting as these weeks are, it’s easy to be caught up in the fast-paced environment and forget one of the most important things, which is to fuel yourself.
Top 5 Pre-Packaged Protein Shake Recommendations by a Registered Dietitian and Why
It's the post-season for many young dancers, but it won’t be long until they are in pre-season before spring rehearsals and recitals start. Post-season is a time period where dancers usually take a break or are training a little less, which is important for recovery and mental health. However, just because it’s a break, it doesn’t mean that appropriate nutrition doesn’t apply. One of the biggest components of nutrition I push as a dance dietitian is ensuring dancers are getting enough protein during the post-season. This encourages muscle maintenance, which is essential for when dance classes start to pick up again in mid-late winter.
Supporting Your Dancer Nutritionally Through Holiday Pre-Season
Your child is involved in a unique sport and art form that requires a unique type of fueling compared to some other types of sports. Here are some steps you can take to ensure your dancer is being fueled properly through Holiday Pre-Season (aka: Nutcracker Season).