Hitting the gym is a great way to build strength and stamina outside of dance class. But the elliptical gets lonely sometimes, and working out with friends can be healthier—for your mind, body, and bank account—than going it alone. Last December, the American College of Sports Medi… Read More >

One benefit of going to class—whether it’s ballet, jazz, Pilates, or yoga—is having a trained instructor tell you what to do next, so that you can focus on your body instead of thinking too far ahead. So what do you do when you’re stuck in a hotel room on tour, or have t… Read More >

We all know that soda and other sugary, carbonated beverages aren't on
the list of good for-you foods. But what about juice? If it’s made
from fruit, it’s good for you, right?

According to www.caloriecount.com, one serving of Coca-Cola Classic
has 97 calories … Read More >

During the snowy winter months, it's hard to find the motivation to get outside, let alone to that hot yoga class you promised yourself you’d do. Never fear! Modern technology has an answer to your cross-training crisis: Exergames. These Nintendo Wii fitness video games come in many varietie… Read More >

Excited for the Olympics? Well, don’t just watch; join in the fun. Take some inspiration from the elite athletes and try your hand at some outdoor winter sports. According to WebMD, winter sports are great for strengthening your quads, glutes, and calves. While figure skating might be a litt… Read More >

If you’re making a low-fat salad, might as well top it with a fat-free dressing, right? Wrong. Despite the common perception that fat-free dressing helps your body, it actually deprives you of fats necessary to absorb the important nutrients… Read More >

If your work or school schedule has you sitting by day and dancing by night, sluggishness can set during those post-lunch, pre-dance hours. Battle the energy drain with these quick yet effective exercises that you can do at your desk. You’ll fly through the rest of the day and get a jump-sta… Read More >

The harsh winter months can leave you sick, stiff, and lethargic, making your sofa and snuggie seem more attractive than dance class. Happily, Vitamin D is a natural remedy that strengthens your immune system, bones and muscles—and boosts your mood to boot. Known as the “sunshine vitam… Read More >

Broccoli, a vegetable often despised during childhood and secretly fed to the family dog, may be a natural remedy for asthma. Researchers at UCLA discovered that broccoli is rich in the antioxidant enzymes that decrease respiratory inflammation. Though not a cure, this veggie and its cruciferous r… Read More >

You’re moving freely through a modern dance warm-up and pop!—something pinches between your shoulder blade and your spine. Usually these mild muscle spasms disappear after a short tissue massage, but even after years of arm stretches, some spots on your back are just too hard to reach.… Read More >

Shoes, snacks, hair supplies, water bottle, a change of clothes—the contents of your dance bag can add up to a heavy load. While you might need all of these things for class, carrying that weight in one big shoulder bag can put considerable strain on your back, neck, and shoulders. In fact, … Read More >

They come in all colors, they're easy to slip on, and they go well with everything from jeans to tights. Plus, they're comfortingly similar to your beloved ballet slippers. But ballet flats—and other flat shoes, like flip flops—put extra strain on the body parts that dancing already ov… Read More >