by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Sep 12, 2023 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+, Wellness
For most dancers, a new season provides a fresh start with new schedules, experiences, and, inevitably, challenges. The transition from summer break to fall can be tricky, and dancers can neglect fundamental habits that would otherwise optimize their training....
by Madeline Schrock | Apr 3, 2017 | Cross-Training, Profiles
A fresh perspective: Last year, Katie Critchlow went through seven months of recovery for a debilitating ankle sprain, but the process transformed her outlook on cross-training: “You think that doing ballet class every day is enough, but it’s not,”...
by Madeline Schrock | Feb 23, 2017 | Cross-Training, Health & Body, Technique
As choreography becomes increasingly demanding, dancers must adjust their flexibility and strength to match. One major aspect of 21st-century ballet is a pliable back. Michelle Rodriguez, MPT, OCS, CMPT, founder and director of Manhattan Physio Group, and her...
by Madeline Schrock | Feb 22, 2017 | Cross-Training, Profiles
The Royal Winnepeg Ballet principal adapts her cross-training for the company’s frequent touring. Travel savvy: Touring seven to eight weeks a year means Sophia Lee hits hotel gyms a lot. “I usually pack my runners and workout clothes,” she says....
by Kristyn Brady | Nov 22, 2016 | Cross-Training, Health & Body
Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancer Lesley Rausch says she did plenty of curls to tone her arms ahead of her summer wedding, but her physical therapist gave her another way to use those light free-weights that had a major impact on her jumps in the studio....
by Amy Brandt | Sep 28, 2016 | Ask Amy, Technique, Training
I can’t seem to get off the ground in petit allégro. Help! —Sara Developing ballon begins with basic technique: correct alignment throughout the body, strong core and leg muscles, a deep plié, and proper articulation of the feet during push-...
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 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...