Tag: electrolytes

Hydration is an important part of your nutrition plan. Your body relies on water as a medium to support all metabolic reactions—water cools you and even plays a role in the absorption and digestion of nutrients. But for many dance educators, staying hydrated falls to the bottom of the priority list behind tight schedules and morning […]

Miami City Ballet corps de ballet dancer Christina Spigner has always suffered from foot cramps. But the problem was especially troublesome during the company’s 13-show run of Ballet Imperial, a hallmark of Balanchine’s demanding choreography. “We’re onstage for such a long time and not just standing and posing, but doing a lot physically,” says Spigner. […]