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Nutrition for Dancers with The Dance Nutritionist®

Rachel Fine
Nutrition
Mental Health
Body Image
Ballet
Nutrition For Dancers
Dancer Health
Dance Performance
Healthy Eating
Dancing
Meal Prep
Nutcracker
Dancer Career Mentoring
Audition Preparation
Autoimmune Disorders
Dance
Dancer Nutrition
Artistic Direction
Ballet 58
Motherhood
Injury Prevention

Dancers can fuel their bodies, improve performance, and build a healthy relationship with food. Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, & former professional dancer Rachel Fine tackles the trends, busts the myths, and shares evidence-based strategies for meal planning, performance snacks, recovery meals, supplements, and more. Whether you’re a ballet dancer, competitive dancer, or parent suppor... more

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💪 Body changes are part of life—and they’re part of dance. In this episode, we discuss how dancers can embrace body changes without fear or shame.

Learn how to:

✅ Build body trust through growth, puberty, and shifts in training

✅ Quiet the compar... more

💪 There’s no one-size-fits-all ideal weight or body for dancers. In this episode, we break down how to find your healthiest weight without diets or obsession.

Learn how to:

✅ Focus on performance over appearance

✅ Fuel your body to support your u... more

🍔 Need a quick meal or a late-night drive-thru snack? In this episode, Registered Dietitian Rachel Fine debunks the myth that fast food and performance nutrition can’t mix.

Learn how to:

✅ Release guilt and all-or-nothing thinking around food

✅ M... more

💡 Nutcracker auditions are here! In this episode, Rachel Fine shares practical, performance-focused tips to help you show up feeling fueled, focused, and confident on audition day.

Learn how to:

✅ Research your roles and tailor your performance

... more

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Samantha Hope Galler
Principal dancer with Miami City Ballet.
Miami City Ballet
Episode: Confidence As A Dancer with Miami City Ballet Principal Samantha Hope Galler & Dietitian Rachel Fine
Jasmine McDonald
Dancer and Dance Teacher
Episode: Sustainable Training With Dietitian Rachel Fine and Dancer Jasmine McDonald
Sophie Poulain
Dancer with Atlanta Ballet, currently in her summer layoff
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Episode: Surviving Summer Layoff and Sustaining Balance with Dancer Sophie Poulain and Dietitian Nutritionist Rachel Fine
Eunice Suba
Professional dancer with New Jersey Ballet Company
New Jersey Ballet Company
Episode: From Competition Dancer to Professional Ballerina with Eunice Suba and Nutritionist Rachel Fine
Cristina Krigoloson
Former professional ballet dancer and educator
Self-employed in ballet coaching
Episode: Building A Healthy Mindset As An Adult Ballet Dancer with Rachel Fine and Cristina Krigoloson
Emma Von Enck
Principal dancer at the New York City Ballet
New York City Ballet
Episode: Building Balance As A Principal Dancer with Emma Von Enck and Nutritionist Rachel Fine
Emily Kikta
Soloist with New York City Ballet and co-founder of KW Creative, a dance film production company
New York City Ballet
Episode: Nutrition, Eating Disorders, and Injury Recovery with Rachel Fine and NYCB Dancer Emily Kikta.
Lauren Fadeley Bayette
Former principal dancer and current head of the school for Indianapolis Ballet
Indianapolis Ballet
Episode: Cultivating Dancer Balance As A Dance Administrator with Lauren Fadeley and Dietitian Rachel Fine
Rebecca Storani
Italian professional dancer and educator
Professional Dance Educator
Episode: An Educator's Perspective: Fostering The Healthy Dancer® with Rebecca Storani and Dietitian Nutritionist Rachel Fine

Host

Rachel Fine
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a former professional dancer who specializes in nutrition for dancers, providing practical advice to improve performance and well-being.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Dance your heart out

    This podcast has changed my life! I’ve danced all my life and have always struggled to find balance with food and dance. Listening to Rachel each week has been a game changer both in and out of the studio. When it comes to nutrition for dancers, there’s so much misinformation out there— from people not qualified to give it. Highly recommend Rachel for all professional dancers!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StephSmall31
    United States2 years ago
  • Not enough stars for this podcast!

    I was in shock when I found this podcast; it was everything I’d been looking for. I always love listening to the amazing advice Rachel has given and I’ve even found ways to apply it to my dance life. I definitely recommend this show to anyone who is looking for advice an on nutrition and how to I corporate it into your dance schedule!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iStargirl
    United States3 years ago
  • I’ve learned so much!

    I started listening to this podcast over the pandemic and quickly binged through all of it! I love hearing from professional dancers, how they fuel their bodies and their pre and post-show rituals!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Welcome back!
    United States3 years ago
  • Dear Dance community:

    The messages and resources offered by Rachel are changing our industry for the better. Her passion for the well-being and longevity of dancers is creating a new normal in dance culture: that our relationship with food does not have to be fear based in order to succeed; in fact, Rachel’s content encourages the opposite. Through Rachel and the abundance of resources she offers (within this podcast and beyond) I have learned how to use food as fuel for my athleticism and creativity! This has been k... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haley Herman
    United States4 years ago
  • For The Love Of Dancing

    Rachel’s provides an eye-opening perspective into what I’ve always needed as a dancer. Since starting my professional career, I have utilized Rachel’s resources as a trusted source for both fueling my physical health and supporting my mental health. I am thankful for her platform and for this podcast! It’s a MUST LISTEN for any dancer, whether professional or student.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cthedance
    United States4 years ago

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The content is often described as enlightening, with strong recommendations from professional dancers and parents alike.
Listeners praise the practical tips offered, which help them balance nutrition with a dancer's lifestyle.
Many highlight the importance of addressing both physical and mental health, appreciating the nuanced approach to nutrition discussed.

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Q: Is Caffeine Helping or Hurting Your Dance Performance?
Q: Are energy drinks okay for dancers?
Energy drinks are not preferable for dancers due to very high levels of caffeine.
Q: Is Caffeine Helping or Hurting Your Dance Performance?
Q: Will caffeine stunt my growth?
Not necessarily, but very excessive intakes might result in calcium losses, potentially limiting calcium for strong bones.
Q: Is Caffeine Helping or Hurting Your Dance Performance?
Q: What amount of caffeine is generally recommended for dancers?
It is recommended that dancers consume no more than 400 milligrams of caffeine a day.
Confidence As A Dancer with Miami City Ballet Principal Samantha Hope Galler & Dietitian Rachel Fine
Q: How would you redefine what it means to be the healthy dancer?
The healthy dancer is a well-rounded individual who prioritizes their health and takes care of their body to excel in dance.
An Educator's Perspective: Fostering The Healthy Dancer® with Rebecca Storani and Dietitian Nutritionist Rachel Fine
Q: How would you redefine what it means to be the healthy dancer, taking your experience now as a professional and as an educator?
A healthy dancer achieves a balance between ballet and life outside work, recognizing the importance of mental health, hobbies, and seeking professional support for their unique nutritional needs.

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Focusing on the intersection of nutrition and dance, this content emphasizes how proper fueling can enhance performance, strength, and overall well-being for dancers. The discussions are often centered around debunking common myths about diet culture and providing evidence-based strategies tailored specifically for dancers, including meal planning, recovery meals, and appropriate snacks to maintain energy during performances. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to promoting a healthy relationship with food, steering clear of restrictive dieting approaches while nurturing both physical health and mental resilience in the dance community.

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