As I followed the recent Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia I could not help but marvel at the variety of body shapes and sizes of the athletes excelling in different sports. The long track speed ...

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There’s a reason ballet dancers are endlessly flexible and look beautiful while doing it. Ballet stretches aren’t just for professional dancers. Whether you’re a seasoned ballerina or simply looking ...

Take one look at Misty Copeland, and it’s pretty clear that ballet takes some serious strength. While many ballet dancers are moving for hours every day, they rehearse in addition to—not in place ...

We’re all being asked to stay in due to the coronavirus pandemic and none of us are really working right now. So how do you maintain your form and well-being? Staying productive at home seems to be ...

As a lot of young kids did, I took ballet classes from my toddler years until I graduated college with a degree in dance (focusing mostly on contemporary dance). From ages 15-21 I also taught ballet ...

The thigh muscles are part of your upper legs and contain some of the most powerful structures in your body. However, they are prone to injuries if they’re overstrained or impacted while playing a ...

African fitness traditions offer a unique approach to building lean muscle, deeply rooted in cultural practices and natural ...