by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Aug 15, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
What are the best foods for bone health? —Ellie Dancing at an elite level puts an above-average strain on your bones and increases the risk of bone-related injuries. You can implement a handful of strategies to help strengthen your bones, but first it’s important to...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Jul 16, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
What is the best dessert replacement for dancers? —Timothy Dessert is a favorite topic of mine, Timothy, and it’s one I know many dancers struggle with. Fears around sugar are often to blame; many dancers believe they should omit sugar entirely from their desserts....
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Jun 6, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
I am afraid of eating carbs like bread, pasta, etc. Are carbs necessary for dancers? —Olivia Thanks for this great question, Olivia. It’s one that underlines a major dilemma facing dancers: the harm of nutrition misinformation. With a barrage of food advice flooding...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | May 3, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
“I don’t like eating in the morning. What are some nutritious breakfast ideas for someone like me?” —Ana Breakfast is important, and not just because it fills your need for a morning refuel. Eating a morning meal helps you access the spectrum of nutrients you need for...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Mar 29, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
The benefits of adding plants to your plate are vast. Whether you’re a vegan or vegetarian dancer (or neither), plant-based snacks can offer a unique mix of enriching ingredients without compromising nutrition or flavor. With a focus on balance and practicality, your...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Mar 25, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
Are there foods that can help prevent or alleviate muscle cramps while you dance? —Clare If you’re experiencing muscle cramps, then chances are you’re struggling to access your full range of motion. Despite there being limited research that supports a direct...
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Feb 27, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+
Should dancers be including supplements as part of their meal plans? —Sienna It’s common for dancers to wonder whether or not to add supplements to their meal plans. Dancers, as athletes, require more energy and nutrients to support the physical demands of their art....
by Rachel Fine, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS | Jan 24, 2024 | Health & Body, Nutrition, Pointe+, Summer Study
Nerves and anxiety run high on audition days. Add a hectic commute or a long day of multiple audition classes, and eating can take a backseat to other priorities. For many dancers, the stress of auditions also comes alongside pressures to achieve specific body goals....