by Madeline Schrock | Nov 21, 2016 | Cross-Training, Profiles
Morning zinger: Jessica Collado makes a pitcher of a spicy drink with turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, coconut water and cayenne pepper at the start of each week. “It’s the first thing I drink when I get up. It’s good for my body and wakes up my...
by Madeline Schrock | Oct 12, 2016 | Cross-Training, Profiles
This story originally appeared in the October/November 2016 issue of Pointe. Cross-training keeps Andrea Yorita prepared for the demanding variety in BalletX’s repertoire. Choreographic chameleon: At BalletX, Andrea Yorita performs a wide range of contemporary...
by Madeline Schrock | Oct 12, 2016 | Cross-Training, Health & Body
This story originally appeared in the October/November 2016 issue of Pointe. You may not understand exactly what causes a tight IT (iliotibial) band, but you’ve probably experienced that uncomfortable tension along the outside of your thigh. While it’s not...
by Madeline Schrock | Sep 25, 2016 | Cross-Training, Technique
This story originally appeared in the June/July 2016 issue of Pointe. Though you may not think about it much, building strength in the muscles around the hips is a must for ballet dancers. Pacific Northwest Ballet’s physical therapist Boyd Bender even likes to...
by Nicole Loeffler-Gladstone | Aug 22, 2016 | Company Life
National Ballet of Canada’s Emma Hawes swims to strengthen her loose shoulder joints (photo by Daniel Neuhaus) Every dancer has their own cross-training regime, tailored to their workload, injury prevention, rehab or particular roles. It’s up to you to...
by Madeline Schrock | Jul 31, 2016 | Cross-Training, Health & Body
This story originally appeared in the August/September 2016 issue of Pointe. Think fast: Would you like a few more degrees of turnout? If your answer is a resounding “yes” (perhaps even punctuated by a grand jeté), you’re not alone. Although natural...
by Nicole Loeffler-Gladstone | Jun 26, 2016 | Company Life
The way you stand makes a huge impression, whether you’re in an audition or just walking down the street. Awareness of your posture will help you achieve a more engaged and gracious épaulement, project confidence and strengthen your upper back. Read on...
by Amy Brandt | Jun 2, 2016 | Ask Amy, Health & Body, Views, Wellness
As dancers gear up for year-end performances, the extra workload can take its toll. If you’ve pulled a hamstring, or are worried it might happen, read up on Amy’s advice for proper healing. A pulled hamstring—tears that occur in the muscle when the...