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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
- 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 5
- 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
- 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
- Jun 28
- 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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Melissa
- Jun 14
- 2 min
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’
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Melissa
- May 30
- 3 min
performance nutrition 101
Welcome to the world of performance nutrition, a science and practice that focuses on fueling your body with the right nutrients to enhance
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Melissa
- May 1
- 3 min
my story: embracing body acceptance + food freedom
I thought it'd be a great time to revisit my journey through dance, my relationship to food + my body, and what food freedom can look like f
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Melissa
- Apr 19
- 3 min
dance nutrition: myth or fact?
Dance requires strength, agility, and endurance, making proper nutrition essential for performance and injury prevention. However, common nu
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Melissa
- Mar 21
- 3 min
time change effecting the spring in your step?
If you're still struggling with feeling awake in the morning or having trouble falling asleep at night, you're not alone. The combination of
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Melissa
- Feb 28
- 3 min
advice to my younger self
As a professional ballet dancer, I know firsthand the dedication, discipline, and sacrifice that it takes to achieve one's dreams. Looking b
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Melissa
- Feb 14
- 2 min
eMpower your team
I was reminded last week how vital it is that dancers have their own team of health professionals to eMpower performance and support the ent
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Melissa
- Jan 31
- 4 min
what’s the deal with clean eating?
What is "clean food?" How can or should I eat this way?
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Melissa
- Jan 17
- 4 min
I want it strong! Make it sharp. Take it on the downbeat. Ready? And, five, six, seven, eight!
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
- Jan 3
- 4 min
inflammation: the good, the bad, the ugly
Inflammation, it comes with the job right? Swollen feet after a long day in pointe shoes, swollen + sore muscles from repeating new choreogr
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Melissa
- Dec 20, 2022
- 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
- Nov 30, 2022
- 3 min
stepping onstage with the right foot
Performing this time of year can certainly bring back memories - or nightmares - of ages past. What I didn’t realize during those bygone yea
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Melissa
- Nov 14, 2022
- 6 min
prioritize the dancer
I awoke to a disturbing Instagram story post from one of my favorite ballet dancers and it definitely fired me up. So… I took class, experie
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