by Madeline Schrock | Nov 20, 2019 | Cross-Training, Health & Body, Instagram, Profiles
Updated on 7/18/2022 Cross-training misconceptions: Before Elle Macy became an apprentice with Pacific Northwest Ballet, she was apprehensive about cross-training. “I was warned that it might bulk you, or not to do certain activities because they could...
by Dance Magazine | Jul 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
We all know that personal trainers can help dancers condition their bodies more effectively. But trainers who are also dancers themselves? Now that’s a uniquely valuable perspective. Take Kathyrn Boren, an American Ballet Theatre corps member who got certified...
by Madeline Schrock | May 8, 2019 | Cross-Training, Profiles
Updated 11/14/22. Many workouts, one goal: When Nayara Lopes is asked what she does to cross-train, there’s no short answer. Some days she swims laps; other days she takes yoga. And then there are her elliptical sessions, strength-training with light weights and...
by Madeline Schrock | Feb 18, 2019 | Cross-Training, Profiles
Updated on 8/31/22. The NYCB principal started strength-training to improve her ballet technique and found a second passion. Gym Time Unity Phelan may be a star at New York City Ballet, but when she was a teen at the School of American Ballet, she struggled to build...
by Amy Brandt | Dec 26, 2018 | Ask Amy, Health & Body
My dance program goes on a two-week break after Nutcracker performances. I’m worried about staying in shape and hate not having regular class. What can I do on my own, and how much should I be doing? —Emma It’s easy to feel anxious about getting out...
by Madeline Schrock For Dance Magazine | Nov 29, 2018 | Health & Body, Training
A good personal trainer can coach you through a challenging, safe workout. A great one understands the unique demands dance places on your body and helps you correct specific weaknesses to make you an even stronger performer. Enter Joel Prouty. Before his passion for...
by Madeline Schrock | Oct 17, 2018 | Cross-Training, Profiles
Joffrey Ballet Star April Daly shares how she stays conditioned throughout the season—and makes her summers intense. Sweet 16 This fall marks April Daly’s 16th season with The Joffrey Ballet. “Every year I learn more and more,” she says of how...
by Madeline Schrock | Aug 8, 2018 | Cross-Training, Health & Body
Planks are one of the most popular exercises for core strength, but they’re not just about flat abs. Julie O’Connell, physical therapist and performing arts program manager at Chicago’s Athletico Physical Therapy, says that dancers can use them to...