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6 Exercises for Consistent Pirouettes
Pirouettes are something that can be “hit or miss,” right? Not when you do strength training! Check out these 6 exercises.
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BodyKinect
- Nov 15, 2022
- 2 min
Do you need back strength or back flexibility as a dancer?
As a young dancer, do you need more back flexibility or back strength? In this post, you'll learn how to do both.
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BodyKinect
- Jun 8, 2022
- 3 min
5 Tips to Help Dancers Prepare for Nationals from a Certified Personal Trainer
Whether you're a dancer, dance parent, or a dance teacher, here are some tips to help you prep for nationals this summer!
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BodyKinect
- May 2, 2022
- 2 min
Unsafe Dance Practices on Social Media That We Need to Re-think
In this article, we discuss unsafe dance practices on social media such as stretches and exercises that may not be the best choice.
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BodyKinect
- Feb 22, 2022
- 3 min
Dancers, There's No Magic Potion for Better Balance
You’re trying so hard to stay on relevé for your pirouette but your whole body is shaking and your ankles are wobbling... what do you do?
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BodyKinect
- Feb 8, 2022
- 3 min
Are you tired of hearing the same correction every week?
Have you ever been told the same correction week after week by your dance teacher? It's frustrating. But how do we fix the problem?
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BodyKinect
- Jan 19, 2022
- 3 min
3 Mistakes I See When It Comes To Turnout
These 3 mistakes are the biggest ones I see when it comes to turnout in dancers. You can improve your turnout with strength exercises!
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BodyKinect
- Dec 6, 2021
- 3 min
Introducing our NEW Virtual Programs for Dance Technique!
I am so happy to announce our newest online training programs! "Give Your Turns A Tune-Up" and "How To Boost Your Jump Height" are...
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BodyKinect
- Dec 1, 2021
- 1 min
Personal Training For Younger Dancers: The SciDance Podcast
I was so excited to be interviewed on the SciDance Podcast last month, hosted by Jazzy Cook. The SciDance Podcast is one of the very few...
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BodyKinect
- Nov 15, 2021
- 3 min
"The Dancer's Core" Virtual Master Class Recap
It was awesome to work with a few dancers virtually this weekend for our virtual master class. We learned the anatomy of the core...
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BodyKinect
- Oct 31, 2021
- 2 min
So who are dance science professionals?
Hello dancers! I recently attended the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) 31st annual conference, and it was...
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BodyKinect
- Sep 1, 2021
- 2 min
Are You a Dance Teacher? Do You Struggle With This?
I did a poll on my Instagram story recently, and I asked dance teachers, "what is your biggest struggle when it comes to teaching dance?"...
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BodyKinect
- Jul 31, 2021
- 3 min
Flexibility Myths vs. Facts
Everyone in the dance world wants to be more flexible. I constantly see dancers who desire the aesthetic of having a flexible body. It's...
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BodyKinect
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min
The Importance of Rest
For those of you in school, it's finally summer break! Or maybe that means it's time for summer intensives! Whatever your plans are for...
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Alex Rix
- May 31, 2021
- 3 min
Massage Therapy and Dance: The Benefits for the Mind and Body of Dancers
Guest blogger, Alex Rix, shares her experience as a massage therapist & dancer by explaining the benefits of massage on the mind and body.
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BodyKinect
- May 1, 2021
- 3 min
The Anatomy of a Pirouette
Pirouettes can be tricky and mentally draining. Our goals of hitting 3 pirouettes let alone 10 pirouettes can seem daunting for some...
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BodyKinect
- Mar 1, 2021
- 2 min
How Pilates Principles Can Help Dance Training
What is Pilates? Pilates is a form of movement created in the 1920’s by a man named Joseph Pilates. The practice incorporates an...
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BodyKinect
- Feb 1, 2021
- 3 min
Black History Month in the Dance Community
Welcome back movers, and happy Black History Month! I’m sure I am not alone when I say this month has been a roller coaster of emotion,...
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Victoria Michalowsky
- Jan 1, 2021
- 4 min
A New Year for New Goals
Happy New Year! The onset of a new year traditionally invites reflection on the past and resolutions for the future. In reflecting upon...
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BodyKinect
- Dec 1, 2020
- 2 min
Favorite Things about Dance Science
Hello dancers, parents, and educators! It's Kendall. Happy December, and welcome to our new blog post for this month. Today I want to...
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