Health

• Fancy Footwork - 01/09/2008
  Nina Amir
  Find out how to spot dancers' most common foot problems-and nip them in the bud.


• From the Mat to the Barre - 01/09/2008
  Tatiana Munoz
  Learn how incorporating yoga into your classroom can benefit dancers of all ages.


• The Art & Science of Plies - 01/08/2008
  Eric Franklin
  Techniques for improving this essential movement


• To the Pointe - 01/08/2008
  Kristin Lewis
  A guide to organizing a pointe-shoe clinic in your studio


• Positive Reflections - 01/03/2008
  Tatiana Munoz
  Ideas for encouraging a healthy body image in your students


• Injury Intervention - 01/03/2008
  Gigi Berardi
  Facts all dance teachers should know to prevent seven common dance injuries


• Hyperextension and Bowleggedness - 01/01/2006
  Michelle Velucci
  Help your crooked dancers straighten out


• Get Parents Involved in Nutrition for Dance - 01/03/2005
  Marie Elena Scioscia
  Encourage your students' parents to make good nutritional choices


• Getting Back from Serious Injuries - 01/03/2005
  Deborah Vogel
  One dance educator shares her story


• Recovering from Jumper's Knee - 01/03/2005
  Rebecca Dietzel
  Getting your students back on their feet safely


• Curb Competition Stress - 01/03/2006
  Leslie Wilson
  Eight Strategies


• Dealing With Burnout - 01/03/2006
  Rachel Rist and Yiannis Koutedakis
  Recognize the early warning signs and prevent this condition from harming your students


• Screening Your Dancers - 01/03/2006
  Virginia Johnson
  Health and training benefits


• Pair Your Studio with a Physical Therapist - 01/11/2004
  Sheyi Ojofeitimi
  Keep your students injury-free and stay within your budget


• Teaching and Dancing with Menopause - 01/09/2004
  Rebecca Hulem
  Safeguard yourself against menopausal health risks


• Teaching Students with ADHD - 01/09/2004
  Dena Landon
  What you need to know about ADHD and how to adapt your teaching methods


• Tips for Dealing with Eating Disorders - 01/09/2004
  Michael Levine, PhD and Linda Smolak, PhD
  


• Tips for When and How to Eat Before a Performance - 01/03/2004
  Joanna Laufer
  


• Don't Let Arthritis Keep You Out of the Classroom - 01/04/2005
  Lauren Heist
  How to deal with and lessen the pain


• Developing Foot Strength - 01/03/2005
  Jennifer Brewer
  Safe and healthy foot work for strong development


• Breathing Techniques - 01/01/2005
  Deborah Vogel
  Try these breathing strategies for increased endurance and optimal performance


• Dealing With Eating Disorders - 01/09/2004
  Katie Gowan
  One dance teacher shares her story


• The Benefits to Getting Certified in First Aid - 01/07/2004
  Ruth Zive
  Be prepared for any emergency in the studio