To reduce inflammation after a tough dance class or performance, it’s generally recommended to avoid foods that are known to promote inflammation in the body. Some common culprits include: #1. Processed foods Highly processed foods often contain unhealthy fats, sugars and additives that can contribute to inflammation. This includes fast food, packaged snacks and sugary […]

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The holidays are upon us, and for many dancers, that means a break in terms of schedule and dancing. That break can be welcome, but we do want to come back in the new year feeling healthy and strong still. Here are Dance Informa’s top 10 holiday dos and don’ts for keeping the body healthy. […]

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They’re delicious, they’re sweet, they’re beautifully blue, and easy to pack as a quick and easy snack. But did you know that adding blueberries to your diet could help you become a more focused and successful dancer? Blueberries are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. These nutrients can have various health benefits that can help […]

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A big convention weekend is like a little dance oasis – you’re dancing all day long, learning new choreography, trying new styles and bonding with your dance pals. But this all-day dancing requires a lot of energy! So leading up to an event like the highly anticipated Energetiks Victorian Dance Festival (VDF), you’ll want to […]

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Need help figuring out what to make for dinner? Google “Red Shell Mgmt Kitchen Choreography” to find delicious recipes for main courses, salads, soups, desserts and cocktails – all from some of your favourite dancers!  No ordinary recipes — these recipes (and the personal stories connected to them) were collected from professionals in the world of […]

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Too much stress has come from the misinformation out there about how to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. This information deluge on diet tricks is heightened in the dance world. As a dietitian for dancers for the past 11 years, and a former professional dancer myself, I’ve seen the real-life damage that these […]

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Foods and supplements to boost your immunity and fight infection during the COVID 19 pandemic. At any time, but especially during this worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, we need our immune systems to be performing at their peak. But at the same time we also find ourselves facing grocery shortages, food insecurity and for many, loss of […]

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Leading up to a big convention weekend, you want to make sure you have been taking the best care of yourself in order to have lots of energy for lots of dancing! Here are some tips and nutrition strategies to make the most of your convention weekend, like the highly anticipated Victorian Dance Festival (VDF) […]

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Vitamin C is one of the most popular vitamin supplements taken by dancers internationally1, but this is a classic example of how a little of a vitamin is essential but excess is detrimental. Dancers need to know the facts around this popular supplement. Vitamin C is prevalent in all fruits and vegetables, including the skins […]

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The rise in popularity of non-dairy milk alternatives can be attributed to many diverse reasons, including increased awareness of their health benefits, possible concerns over dairy allergies or intolerances, or even a desire to consume less animal products for personal or ethical reasons. There are many factors behind the explosion in growth of these products […]

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