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Yoga Stretches for Dancers

Have you ever tried yoga?Yoga is a great way to stretch and strengthen your body. Yoga stretches are one of the most important aspects of yoga in general, and can also be very beneficial to...

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Top Ways to Avoid an Ankle Injury

With all the footwork and leaping that dancing involves, it's easy to see why your ankles are so vulnerable. As a dancer, you need to be aware that you can injure your ankle fairly easily....Read Full...

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Tips for Female Dancers

Do you sweat more than other dancers in your jazz class? Are you too embarrassed by back acne to wear your new favorite leotard?Read about a few embarrassing problems that female dancers face, and a...

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Be a Choreographer

Do you enjoy making up dances? Are you good at putting different dance moves together? Creating dance routines is great for dancers.How to Create a Dance Routine

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Meet Me at the Barre

Using a barre to stretch can be very effective. Stretching will increase your flexibility, allowing you to obtain your maximum turnout.Barre Stretches

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Become the Next Dr Pepper "/1"

Are you one of a kind? You could become Dr. Pepper's Next /1....Read Full Post

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What's Inside Your Dance Bag?

You can tell a lot about a dancer by peeking into their dance bag. What do the contents of your dance bag say about you?Tell Us: What's in Your Dance Bag?

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An Interview With Prima Ballerina Misty Copeland

I had the chance to speak with prima ballerina Misty Copeland about being featured in Dr. Pepper's new campaign featuring unique people with extraordinary stories.Misty revealed a lot about her...

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Tap Into Spring

It's a great time of year to try something new. Have you ever considered taking a tap dancing class?Tap 101

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Beautiful Feet: How to Get Them Fast

If you don't have naturally perfect feet, don't worry...most dancers aren't born with them. However, even though you can't change the bone structure of your arch or instep, there are things you can do...

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What Is a Yumiko Leotard?

Do a quick online search for Yumiko leotards and you will see several images of beautifully designed and unique leotards. Yumiko has become a "gotta have" label among dancers throughout the...

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How to Tie a Ballet Wrap Skirt

Many ballet dancers wear short chiffon skirts over their leotards. A lightly flowing skirt adds a classic touch and a little bit of movement.Tie a Ballet Skirt

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Online Dancewear

Shopping online for dancewear has become extremely popular. Do you know the top online dancewear sites? Find your favorite brands of leotards, tights, shoes and other dancewear from these...

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How to Make Heidi Braids

Some people know them as milkmaid braids. Some refer to them as crown braids.Heidi braids are easy to create, and do a great job of keeping your hair out of your face. Some ballet dancers enjoy the...

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Stage Makeup Tips

Dancers wear makeup on stage in order to make their faces and expressions visible to the audience. Follow these simple steps to create a perfect, stage-ready face.Stage Makeup Tips

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Ingrown Toenails: Treatment and Prevention

As a dancer, you are probably all too familiar with the pain caused by an ingrown toenail. Here are a few tips on dealing with the pain and preventing ingrown toenails altogether....Read Full Post

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Get Ready for Summer Intensives

If you plan to attend a summer intensive program this summer, it's time to start preparing your body. Summer intensives are intense, just as their name implies. This timeline will help get your body...

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Dance Bag Essentials

Make sure your dance bag is packed with items you might possibly need, including emergency health supplies, extra dance gear and clothing, personal beauty items, and quick snacks.Dance Bag Essentials

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Caring for Tights

Dancers, especially ballet dancers, tend to go through a lot of tights. It's frustrating to pull on a pair of tights only to catch a glimpse of a long run down the back of your leg. Here are a few tips...

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