Olivia Manno
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Do You Have a Stress Fracture? How to Tell if That Painful Pinch is Something to Worry About
On any given day, dancers are dealing with some kind of physical discomfort. And while ice-heat-rest-repeat is often the best remedy, persistent pain could indicate something more serious—like a stress fracture. Stress fractures have a myriad of causes and can mimic many other injuries. How do you → Read More
Do You Have a Stress Fracture? How to Tell if That Painful Pinch is Something to Worry About
On any given day, dancers are dealing with some kind of physical discomfort. And while ice-heat-rest-repeat is often the best remedy, persistent pain could indicate something more serious—like a stress fracture. Stress fractures have a myriad of causes and can mimic many other injuries. How do you → Read More
What It's Like to Take Ballet Class All Over the World
From Copenhagen, Denmark, to San Francisco, CA, a ballet student's day starts the same way: with class. Ballet class is a given at schools around the world, but there is a myriad of differences—from the studios to the technique—between them. We decided to pack up our dance bags, grab our passports, → Read More
What It's Like to Take Ballet Class All Over the World
From Copenhagen, Denmark, to San Francisco, CA, a ballet student's day starts the same way: with class. Ballet class is a given at schools around the world, but there is a myriad of differences—from the studios to the technique—between them. We decided to pack up our dance bags, grab our passports, → Read More
What It's Like to Take Ballet Class All Over the World
From Copenhagen, Denmark, to San Francisco, CA, a ballet student's day starts the same way: with class. Ballet class is a given at schools around the world, but there is a myriad of differences—from the studios to the technique—between them. We decided to pack up our dance bags, grab our passports, → Read More
The Differences Between Hot and Ice Baths—and When Dancers Should Use Each
After a grueling day in the studio, it's important to give your tired muscles some extra TLC. Baths are a great way to aid recovery, but figuring out the most effective temperature can get complicated—should you go piping hot, or ice cold? Here, we break down the benefits of both. → Read More
Bend, Don't Snap: The Right (And Wrong) Ways to Do Three Key Stretches
For dancers, stretching is one of those things that fall into the "second-nature" category—at some point each day, you'll likely be found in a split, a straddle, or with your leg up on the barre. But stretching incorrectly can cause some serious problems. Dance Spirit turned to athletic trainer and → Read More
Bend, Don't Snap: The Right (And Wrong) Ways to Do Three Key Stretches
For dancers, stretching is one of those things that fall into the "second-nature" category—at some point each day, you'll likely be found in a split, a straddle, or with your leg up on the barre. But stretching incorrectly can cause some serious problems. Dance Spirit turned to athletic trainer and → Read More
Up Close and Personal with the Costumes of New York City Ballet Galas Past
Autumn in the Big Apple means one thing: New York City Ballet's Fall Fashion Gala. Since its inception in 2012 by Sarah Jessica Parker, the → Read More
Up Close and Personal with the Costumes of New York City Ballet Galas Past
Autumn in the Big Apple means one thing: New York City Ballet's Fall Fashion Gala. Since its inception in 2012 by Sarah Jessica Parker, the gala has produced dozens of new ballets, complete with original costumes designed by the fashion industry's biggest names. Ahead of this year's gala—which takes → Read More
Alison Stroming Is Starting a Mentorship Program for Young Dancers
When Alison Stroming was a 15-year-old student at American Ballet Theatre's Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis School, she had a chance encounter at the water fountain with none other than Misty Copeland. "I was grabbing a drink, and when I turned around, Misty greeted me with a 'Hey girl!' My mouth just dro → Read More
Alison Stroming Is Starting a Mentorship Program for Young Dancers
When Alison Stroming was a 15-year-old student at American Ballet Theatre's Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis School, she had a chance encounter at → Read More
Alison Stroming Is Starting a Mentorship Program for Young Dancers
When Alison Stroming was a 15-year-old student at American Ballet Theatre's Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis School, she had a chance encounter at the water fountain with none other than Misty Copeland. "I was grabbing a drink, and when I turned around, Misty greeted me with a 'Hey girl!' My mouth just dro → Read More
Darriel Johnakin is Your 2019 Cover Model Search Winner!
From the moment we saw Darriel Johnakin flash a million-watt smile while nailing a textbook tilt at her Cover Model Search photo shoot this → Read More
Meet the Dancing Model Who Absolutely Won New York Fashion Week
Each September, as throngs of models and designers descend upon the Big Apple for New York Fashion Week, we at Dance Spirit wait with bated → Read More
4 Strengthening Exercises for Flawless Pirouettes
If there's one thing every dancer is always working on, it's her pirouette. It's no secret that this skill takes years of honing and practice. But in addition to solid technique, perfect pirouettes require a lot of strength. → Read More
4 Strengthening Exercises for Flawless Pirouettes
It's no secret that pirouettes take years of honing and practice. But in addition to solid technique, perfect pirouettes require a lot of strength. We turned to Roman Zhurbin, soloist with American Ballet Theatre, for a breakdown of the best ways to strengthen the muscles used in a pirouette. → Read More
4 Strengthening Exercises for Flawless Pirouettes
It's no secret that pirouettes take years of honing and practice. But in addition to solid technique, perfect pirouettes require a lot of strength. We turned to Roman Zhurbin, soloist with American Ballet Theatre, for a breakdown of the best ways to strengthen the muscles used in a pirouette. → Read More
4 Strengthening Exercises for Flawless Pirouettes
It's no secret that pirouettes take years of honing and practice. But in addition to solid technique, perfect pirouettes require a lot of strength. We turned to Roman Zhurbin, soloist with American Ballet Theatre, for a breakdown of the best ways to strengthen the muscles used in a pirouette. → Read More
4 Strengthening Exercises for Flawless Pirouettes
It's no secret that pirouettes take years of honing and practice. But in addition to solid technique, perfect pirouettes require a lot of strength. We turned to Roman Zhurbin, soloist with American Ballet Theatre, for a breakdown of the best ways to strengthen the muscles used in a pirouette. → Read More