DANCERS’ HEALTH & NUTRITION
Rule 1: Dancers are Athletes. Professional athletes take VERY good care of their bodies for optimal performance. Professional dancers should follow their example and do the same.
Rule 2: Quality sleep is crucial to optimal performance. Athletes’ bodies NEED 6-8 hours of uninterrupted quality sleep.
Rule 3: Listen to your bodies. Plan for optimal performance during your performances not before or after.
Rule 4: Drink enough water for your bodyweight and activity.
Nutrition:
2 kinds of food: Pro-inflammatory and Anti-inflammatory
While training (rehearsing) for your performances eat appropriately.
Pro-inflammatory (BAD) foods: red meat, dairy, fried food, excess sugars and starches, peanuts
Anti-inflammatory (GOOD) foods: fish, fruit, & vegetables (french fries are considered starches and NOT vegetables!)
Neutral foods: brown rice, whole wheat (unless you’re allergic to wheat/gluten) pastas and breads, sweet potatoes, nuts (except peanuts), beans (not refried!)
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