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Bryn MacNichol
- Aug 17
- 4 min
The Role of Biomechanics in Dance Performance
Before we can understand how biomechanics plays a role in dance performance, let’s be clear about the meaning of a few important terms....
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Kendall Baab, MSc
- Jan 29
- 4 min
Ankle Weights for Dancers - Love it or Leave it?
In this article, you'll learn whether ankle weights are safe for dancers and if you should be adding them to your training.
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Kendall Baab, MSc
- Dec 22, 2022
- 4 min
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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- Nov 15, 2022
- 3 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- 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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Kendall Baab, MSc
- Mar 1, 2021
- 3 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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