Taking a dance class can help your child grow in many ways. It teaches self-discipline and poise, as well as grace, which all will boost your child’s self-esteem and give them a sense of accomplishment. If your child is interested in dancing, let them take a few lessons. It could spark a lifelong passion for…
DetailsBoth amateur and professional dancers of all ages must understand the importance of their feet and know how to give them the care and handling they need. Each foot has 52 bones and supports many times its own weight every time you take a step. The muscles and ligaments all work together, providing balance and…
DetailsDietary supplements are not only expensive, but they aren’t meant to substitute for a balanced diet. These products are only to supplement those things that you might not be getting enough of. Each individual is different, and many people don’t need the recommended daily intake of some nutrients. If you are eating fairly balanced meals…
DetailsGoing barefoot has gained a great deal of popularity in recent years. You see more barefoot runners than ever before, and its proponents will tout the many benefits of barefoot running. Dancing barefoot offers many of those same benefits and, like the runners, barefoot dancers wouldn’t think of dancing any other way. Barefoot dancing can…
DetailsAs days become more jam-packed, many adults are finding that there isn’t enough time to get the sleep they need. In fact, more people are waking up earlier and going to bed considerably later than they are used to. But before you accept the fact that you are sleeping less, you need to understand that…
DetailsThe art of balancing the body depends on alignment awareness—ensuring the main areas of your body are in line. This alignment is important to keeping the muscles and bones working together to achieve a certain look or tone with all parts in their proper places. Balancing is the key regardless of the activity a person…
DetailsFor people who aspire to be better physically, be it as a runner, a swimmer, a bicyclist or a weight lifter, they need to choose how to train. For many, it may make sense to jump in and train with a single focus. Let’s take running for example. You want to be the best runner you can…
DetailsAll athletes lose. And, as parents, it’s up to us to provide encouragement when our child’s cheerleading team doesn’t quite make the cut. Knowing how to approach this event is a crucial skill that will truly make a difference in an athlete’s career. First of all, realize that at some point every cheerleader will fail at…
DetailsDancers typically indulge in a wide array of rituals prior to performing on stage. These rituals are often described as being “crazy,” or even “mildly superstitious” and always involve some form of repetition. According to those that partake in the rituals prior to performing, the activities help the dancers focus and prepare for the stage.…
DetailsAs I read this piece, I kept seeing images of Sue Sylvester in my mind. If you have ever seen “Glee” (and face it, the list is shorter for those who haven’t seen “Glee”), you are familiar with Sue’s obnoxious bullying and angry tirades. They may seem over the top, but not by far. Let’s…
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