by Hannah Foster | Apr 2, 2019 | Career, Profiles
It started with a weekly tradition among friends. “We have Mondays off, so we would do P+P—paella and poker,” says San Francisco Ballet corps member Diego Cruz. After nearly ten years honing home-country recipes, Cruz and his co-founder, former SFB...
by Nancy Wozny | Sep 30, 2016 | Nutrition, Profiles
They say injury can be a great teacher: When Texas Ballet Theater dancer Carolyn Judson was sidelined with a back injury in 2007, her interest in health piqued. “I wondered how I could heal myself, so I began to research and read,” she says. “I was...
by Suzannah Friscia | Sep 29, 2016 | Health & Body, Nutrition
As autumn gets into full swing, it’s time to wave goodbye to summer produce and start embracing the rich, savory fruits and veggies of the harvest season. They come with a host of nutritional benefits, sure to help you power through months of Nutcracker...
by Lauren Kay | Jun 20, 2016 | Health & Body, Nutrition
Originally published in the August/September 2013 issue of Pointe. Like many dancers, New York City Ballet soloist Antonio Carmena is constantly looking for ways to help his body run more efficiently. After watching a documentary about juice cleansing this March,...
by Suzannah Friscia | Jun 16, 2016 | Nutrition
Whether you’re heading off to a summer intensive or loading up on classes at your hometown studio, buying fresh and seasonal produce is a great way to get the fuel you need for dancing. Fruits and veggies are tastier (and often cheaper) when they’re in...
by Suzannah Friscia | Dec 21, 2014 | Nutrition
This winter, as you juggle busy rehearsal schedules, Nutcracker performances and New Year’s plans, it’s important to stay health-conscious to fight off those nasty seasonal colds that can slow you down. Try these foods to give your immune system a boost,...
by Amy Brandt | Feb 3, 2010 | Company Life
What do you eat? I never know what to eat when I have super busy days of classes and rehearsals and don’t have time for a real meal. I feel like I always end up eating a box of cereal all day or something. — Daniella, 18, NY I have a lot of days like this, too. What I...