It is likely that you struggle to turn out your feet (or foot) when landing or when balancing on one foot at a time Example: Putting weight on your back foot and keeping it turned out at the same time, it is likely that you find it hard to change direction or push off the …
It is common for dancers to experience some challenging physical changes during adolescence. Studies have shown that this usually occurs for girls between the ages of 11 and 14 years and 13 to 16 years for boys but this can vary. Growth spurts can cause changes in the body which can, as a result, have …
Snap, Click & Pop! It is common for dancers to hear a snap, click or pop in the hip joint whilst performing certain movements. This is called snapping hip syndrome. The sensation you get is most commonly caused by the tendon or muscle sliding over the bone. The tendon or muscle slides over the bone, …
Irish dancers with plantar fasciitis may notice heel pain that gets progressively worse during dance practice and training. If left untreated for a period of time, the pain can become much worse or more frequent. This can result in a dancer pulling out of competition and dance practice sessions. Plantar fasciitis is one of the …
To become a successful Irish dancer requires an abundance of hard work, determination, talent and plenty of support. Top dancers, typically have teams of the best dance teachers, nutritional advisors, psychologists, strength and conditioning coaches and physical therapists. Being an Irish dance parent is not an easy job. Aside from the financial and logistical support, …
Interview: Parent & Dancer. The family behind the dancer. Read More »
6 Months ago you were counting down the final days until the World Championships begun… it was all about perfecting every step, final dress fittings, planning your meals for the final weeks and days, last strength and conditioning sessions, family preparations and the list goes on… 6 months from now you will be doing the …
Greensboro World Championships 2019… are you ready? Read More »
There is a huge difference between being just a little tired from doing a few steps or full dances and being legitimately run down or over-trained. It is important to be able to tell the difference between the two so as to remain injury free. Nothing will slow you down from enhancing your performance more …
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Do not force-feed yourself! Deciding what to eat before your Irish dancing performances can be a tricky situation for some dancers. When reading this blog you must take into account that everybody is different. Some dancers like to feel full before they go on stage, some like to feel light, some prefer to eat solid …
Warm-Ups are a crucial part of any sports activity Warm up activities are a crucial part of any sports activity. The importance of a structured warm up routine should not be underestimated when it comes to the prevention of sports injuries. The warm up has a number of benefits, but its main purpose is to …
