The Dance Science Podcast

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The Dance Science Podcast

HOSTED BY THE DANCE SCIENTIST

Normalizing Dance Science one episode at a time

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Meet the Founder: The Dance Scientist

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500+ E-Books Sold

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Pilates & Fitness Certified

Taught internationally

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MULTIDISCIPLINARY DANCE ARTISTS & DANCE MEDICINE PROFESSIONALS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD

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Episodes #1 & #2: Meet Your Host & What Is Dance Science?

The Dance Scientist - Jan 4, 2023

  • Meet your host, The Dance Scientist and her dance journey toward becoming a Dance Scientist. Plus why this podcast was born in the first place! Episode 1
  •  Let’s have an honest conversation about what it is, the organizations, & the gaps/weaknesses! - Episode 2
Ep 1
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#3: Nutrition Recommendations: How to Handle them as an Educator

Astrid Zuluaga Lopez, MS, RDN, LD
Jan 9, 2023

  • Why she became a Dietician, Educators giving Nutrition advice, Tips for Parents, Monitoring Instagram, Tips for those interested in this field.
  • Astrid is a former professional ballet dancer with 20 years of experience in ballet training as a performer and as an instructor combined. She trained pre-professionally at Allegro Estudio de Ballet and Miami City Ballet School and danced professionally in Ballet Nacional de Panama and Arts Ballet Theater of Florida. Astrid is currently a ballet and pilates instructor at Ballet and Pilates by Victoria and Ellie Paige Dance Company and recently became a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's degree in Exercise and Sports Nutrition. This year she will begin working as a clinical dietitian in one the world's largest medical complex at the Texas Medical Center.
  • Her Website:  https://astridzlg.wixsite.com/mysite 
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuelingdancers/
Ep. 3
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#4: Put a Pivot into Practice: Making Cross-Training Fun

Dinah Hampson, Physical Therapist - Jan 16, 2023
  • Why she became a Physiotherapist, why she created Pivot Dancer, common injuries she treats, making cross-training fun, the positives & negatives of social media, debunking some of the cross-training myths.
  • Dinah completed her B.A. in Health Studies at Queen’s University & B.Sc. in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Her passion for Sport Physio led her to active membership in Sport Physio Canada, acquisition of her Sport Physio Diploma & her International Sports Physiotherapist qualification. She holds the Diploma of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, multiple clinical certifications, & is an examiner for Sport Physio candidates. She trained in classical ballet, danced with a Young Dancer’s Company & in Musical Theatre productions. She assesses & treats dancers from professional dance companies & associated training programs & community/competitive dancers. She founded Pivot Sport Medicine in 2003, 15 years later co-founding Pivot Dancer. She, with Pivot Dancer, consults with clinicians & dancers worldwide. She has represented Canada as the Chief Therapist for Canada’s Health team at the Commonwealth Games, FISU Games & has been a team member for the Olympics & Pan American Games. 
  • Her Website: https://pivotdancer.com/
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotdancer/
Ep. 4
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Episodes #1 & #2: Meet Your Host & What Is Dance Science?

The Dance Scientist - Jan 4, 2023

  • Meet your host, The Dance Scientist and her dance journey toward becoming a Dance Scientist. Plus why this podcast was born in the first place! Episode 1
  •  Let’s have an honest conversation about what it is, the organizations, & the gaps/weaknesses! - Episode 2
Ep 1
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#3: Nutrition Recommendations: How to Handle them as an Educator

Astrid Zuluaga Lopez, MS, RDN, LD
Jan 9, 2023

  • Why she became a Dietician, Educators giving Nutrition advice, Tips for Parents, Monitoring Instagram, Tips for those interested in this field.
  • Astrid is a former professional ballet dancer with 20 years of experience in ballet training as a performer and as an instructor combined. She trained pre-professionally at Allegro Estudio de Ballet and Miami City Ballet School and danced professionally in Ballet Nacional de Panama and Arts Ballet Theater of Florida. Astrid is currently a ballet and pilates instructor at Ballet and Pilates by Victoria and Ellie Paige Dance Company and recently became a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's degree in Exercise and Sports Nutrition. This year she will begin working as a clinical dietitian in one the world's largest medical complex at the Texas Medical Center.
  • Her Website:  https://astridzlg.wixsite.com/mysite 
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fuelingdancers/
Ep. 3
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#4: Put a Pivot into Practice: Making Cross-Training Fun

Dinah Hampson, Physical Therapist - Jan 16, 2023
  • Why she became a Physiotherapist, why she created Pivot Dancer, common injuries she treats, making cross-training fun, the positives & negatives of social media, debunking some of the cross-training myths.
  • Dinah completed her B.A. in Health Studies at Queen’s University & B.Sc. in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Her passion for Sport Physio led her to active membership in Sport Physio Canada, acquisition of her Sport Physio Diploma & her International Sports Physiotherapist qualification. She holds the Diploma of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, multiple clinical certifications, & is an examiner for Sport Physio candidates. She trained in classical ballet, danced with a Young Dancer’s Company & in Musical Theatre productions. She assesses & treats dancers from professional dance companies & associated training programs & community/competitive dancers. She founded Pivot Sport Medicine in 2003, 15 years later co-founding Pivot Dancer. She, with Pivot Dancer, consults with clinicians & dancers worldwide. She has represented Canada as the Chief Therapist for Canada’s Health team at the Commonwealth Games, FISU Games & has been a team member for the Olympics & Pan American Games. 
  • Her Website: https://pivotdancer.com/
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotdancer/
Ep. 4
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#5: Micro Habits Lead to Big Changes: The Science of Behavioral Change

Crystal Nicholls, Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach (CTNC) & Holistic Health Coach - Jan 23, 2023

  • Her experience as a Lion King London dancer, why goals don't always work, building sustainable habits step by step, avoiding burnout, tips of those interested in becoming a Health Coach.
  • Crystal Nicholls is a performing artist, Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach (CTNC), & Certified Holistic Health Coach. With over 10 years of experience as a professional dancer, she has appeared in commercials, films, tv, and Disney’s The Lion King. As a coach, she has worked with individuals, companies, and schools in the performing arts industry such as Matthew Bourne's New Adventures and English National Ballet School, to support performers' wellbeing. Her mission is to teach performing artists how to use nutrition, mindset skills, and lifestyle habits to support their wellbeing, so they can overcome burnout and thrive–on and off stage.
  • Her Website: https://www.crystalnicholls.com/
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystal_nicholls/
Ep 1
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#6: A Body-Based Approach to Mental Health for Dancers

Giuliana Hazelwood, Mental Health Clinician and Educator for Performing Artists and Young Adults - Jan 30, 2023

  • ⭐️ In this episode: Peeling back the layers of the biopsychosocial model, meeting the art & the science, dancers' schedules are impractical, her work at Joffrey, mental health tips for for dancers, parents, & educators.
  • Giuliana is a mental health clinician and educator for performing artists and young adults. She currently heads the Health & Wellness department at Joffrey Ballet School where she offers on-site care for students and training for faculty and staff. She uses a body-based biopsychosocial approach, infusing arts education curriculum with social-emotional learning fundamentals. Her work leverages the connection between students & clinicians, using the arts as a starting point to challenge and recreate the narratives that shape our collective health and wellbeing.
  • Her Website: https://www.bedsidemanneruniverse.com/
  • Her Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bedside.manner/
Ep. 6
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#7: Making Social Media Simple & Fun

Jennifer Randall, Social Media & Marketing Expert for Dance Studios

Feb 6, 2023

  • In this episode: Her background owning & operating several studios, making social media simple, tips for keeping your accounts safe, what her favorite part is & why, what does consistency actually mean?
  • Hi! I’m Jennifer Randall and I have been around dance studios my entire life. I owned a dance & music studio for 12 years. I have always enjoyed marketing (specifically social media) & learning how I can use online marketing for dance studios. Over the last 4 years I have worked with over 200 dance studios, setup & managed over 500 paid ad campaigns & taught hundreds of owners how to use social to attract leads through social media. The experience of running a studio for 15-years of my own means I really “get” owners & now with my knowledge & love for the “social media stuff" I help studio owners get parents & students off of the "social media scroll" and through the doors. 
  • Her Website: https://www.thejenniferrandall.com/?r_done=1
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferrandall/
Ep. 4
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#5: Micro Habits Lead to Big Changes: The Science of Behavioral Change

Crystal Nicholls, Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach (CTNC) & Holistic Health Coach - Jan 23, 2023

  • Her experience as a Lion King London dancer, why goals don't always work, building sustainable habits step by step, avoiding burnout, tips of those interested in becoming a Health Coach.
  • Crystal Nicholls is a performing artist, Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach (CTNC), & Certified Holistic Health Coach. With over 10 years of experience as a professional dancer, she has appeared in commercials, films, tv, and Disney’s The Lion King. As a coach, she has worked with individuals, companies, and schools in the performing arts industry such as Matthew Bourne's New Adventures and English National Ballet School, to support performers' wellbeing. Her mission is to teach performing artists how to use nutrition, mindset skills, and lifestyle habits to support their wellbeing, so they can overcome burnout and thrive–on and off stage.
  • Her Website: https://www.crystalnicholls.com/
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystal_nicholls/
Ep 1
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#6: A Body-Based Approach to Mental Health for Dancers

Giuliana Hazelwood, Mental Health Clinician and Educator for Performing Artists and Young Adults - Jan 30, 2023

  • ⭐️ In this episode: Peeling back the layers of the biopsychosocial model, meeting the art & the science, dancers' schedules are impractical, her work at Joffrey, mental health tips for for dancers, parents, & educators.
  • Giuliana is a mental health clinician and educator for performing artists and young adults. She currently heads the Health & Wellness department at Joffrey Ballet School where she offers on-site care for students and training for faculty and staff. She uses a body-based biopsychosocial approach, infusing arts education curriculum with social-emotional learning fundamentals. Her work leverages the connection between students & clinicians, using the arts as a starting point to challenge and recreate the narratives that shape our collective health and wellbeing.
  • Her Website: https://www.bedsidemanneruniverse.com/
  • Her Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bedside.manner/
Ep. 6
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#7: Making Social Media Simple & Fun

Jennifer Randall, Social Media & Marketing Expert for Dance Studios

Feb 6, 2023

  • In this episode: Her background owning & operating several studios, making social media simple, tips for keeping your accounts safe, what her favorite part is & why, what does consistency actually mean?
  • Hi! I’m Jennifer Randall and I have been around dance studios my entire life. I owned a dance & music studio for 12 years. I have always enjoyed marketing (specifically social media) & learning how I can use online marketing for dance studios. Over the last 4 years I have worked with over 200 dance studios, setup & managed over 500 paid ad campaigns & taught hundreds of owners how to use social to attract leads through social media. The experience of running a studio for 15-years of my own means I really “get” owners & now with my knowledge & love for the “social media stuff" I help studio owners get parents & students off of the "social media scroll" and through the doors. 
  • Her Website: https://www.thejenniferrandall.com/?r_done=1
  • Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferrandall/
Ep. 4
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#8: Learning Styles in Dance Pedagogy

The Dance Scientist, Apr 24, 2023

  • Join me on this solo episode as we discuss what research says, a class that helped me, teaching tips, and more
Ep 1
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#9: Learning Styles & My Fav Anatomy App

The Dance Scientist - Feb 20, 2023

  • Let’s discuss why textbooks aren’t usually enough for dancers, what Functional Anatomy is, & my favorite app
Ep 9
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#10: My Fav Assignments

The Dance Scientist - Feb 28, 2023

  • Join me on this solo episode as I talk about my favorite assignments, why, and how I assign them!
Ep 9
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#8: Learning Styles in Dance Pedagogy

The Dance Scientist, Apr 24, 2023

  • Join me on this solo episode as we discuss what research says, a class that helped me, teaching tips, and more
Ep 1
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#9: Learning Styles & My Fav Anatomy App

The Dance Scientist - Feb 20, 2023

  • Let’s discuss why textbooks aren’t usually enough for dancers, what Functional Anatomy is, & my favorite app
Ep 9
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#10: My Fav Assignments

The Dance Scientist - Feb 28, 2023

  • Join me on this solo episode as I talk about my favorite assignments, why, and how I assign them!
Ep 9
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11: Unpacking the term artistic athletes - finding a balance

Danielle Pinga, Fitness Trainer

Mar 6, 2023

⭐️ Join me & Danielle Pinga as we discuss finding the balance, social media, strength training, humans before dancers, & more! Learn more about Danielle on her website www.artistic-athletes.com or her Instagram @artistic__athletes.

  • Instagram: @artistic__athletesFacebook: Artistic AthletesTiktok: @artistic__athletesWebsite: www.artistic-athletes.com

Danielle Pinga is the owner and founder of Artistic Athletes where she trains dancers like the athletes they truly are ! After facing numerous injuries and restrictions throughout her dance career, the idea of injury prevention specifically for dancers drove her to her studies. After receiving her Bachelors in Science, she completed certifications including NASM Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist and 200 hour Yoga Instructor. Danielle’s goal is for all artistic athletes to understand and become aware of their bodies, to gain the knowledge, confidence and strength to succeed. 

Ep 1
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12: Questioning Traditions

The Dance Scientist - Mar 13, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we talk about where traditions come from & how we can work to advance & evolve themp

Ep 9
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#13: Making Injury Prevention Simple

The Dance Scientist

Mar 27, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode discussing my favorite teaching tips for preventing injuries!

Ep 9
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11: Unpacking the term artistic athletes - finding a balance

Danielle Pinga, Fitness Trainer

Mar 6, 2023

⭐️ Join me & Danielle Pinga as we discuss finding the balance, social media, strength training, humans before dancers, & more! Learn more about Danielle on her website www.artistic-athletes.com or her Instagram @artistic__athletes.

  • Instagram: @artistic__athletesFacebook: Artistic AthletesTiktok: @artistic__athletesWebsite: www.artistic-athletes.com

Danielle Pinga is the owner and founder of Artistic Athletes where she trains dancers like the athletes they truly are ! After facing numerous injuries and restrictions throughout her dance career, the idea of injury prevention specifically for dancers drove her to her studies. After receiving her Bachelors in Science, she completed certifications including NASM Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist and 200 hour Yoga Instructor. Danielle’s goal is for all artistic athletes to understand and become aware of their bodies, to gain the knowledge, confidence and strength to succeed. 

Ep 1
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12: Questioning Traditions

The Dance Scientist - Mar 13, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we talk about where traditions come from & how we can work to advance & evolve themp

Ep 9
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#13: Making Injury Prevention Simple

The Dance Scientist

Mar 27, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode discussing my favorite teaching tips for preventing injuries!

Ep 9
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#14: An individualized nutrition approach

Carolina Rosa, DIETICIAN INTERN, Apr 3, 2023

  • ⭐️ Join me & Maria Carolina Rosa as we discuss navigating the misinformation & how we can promote dancers fueling as high performance athletes. Learn more about her on her Instagram @rose.little.lettuce!
  • Instagram: @rose.little.lettuceemail: carolina.prof.nutri@gmail.com
  • Internship in Sports Dietetics at the National Conservatory Dance School (Portugal) under the mentorship of Dra Inês Fernandes, Sports Dietitian specialized in elite athletes and high performance. Former dancer (13 years of ballet, 3 years of traditional irish dance, 4 years of hip hop, 1 year of tap)Bachelor's degree in PsychologyBachelor's degree in Dietetics and NutritionErasmus semesters in the Netherlands and Belgium
Ep 1
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#15: Motor Learning - The Basics

The Dance Scientist, Mar 27, 2023

  • ⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we chat about the use of learning styles, chunking, feedback, cognitive load, repetition, & more!
Ep 9
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#16: Turnout - Debunking The Myths

The Dance Scientist

May 8, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we discuss myths surrounding turnout. Let’s reframe the way we teach turnout from day one!

Ep 9
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#14: An individualized nutrition approach

Carolina Rosa, DIETICIAN INTERN, Apr 3, 2023

  • ⭐️ Join me & Maria Carolina Rosa as we discuss navigating the misinformation & how we can promote dancers fueling as high performance athletes. Learn more about her on her Instagram @rose.little.lettuce!
  • Instagram: @rose.little.lettuceemail: carolina.prof.nutri@gmail.com
  • Internship in Sports Dietetics at the National Conservatory Dance School (Portugal) under the mentorship of Dra Inês Fernandes, Sports Dietitian specialized in elite athletes and high performance. Former dancer (13 years of ballet, 3 years of traditional irish dance, 4 years of hip hop, 1 year of tap)Bachelor's degree in PsychologyBachelor's degree in Dietetics and NutritionErasmus semesters in the Netherlands and Belgium
Ep 1
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#15: Motor Learning - The Basics

The Dance Scientist, Mar 27, 2023

  • ⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we chat about the use of learning styles, chunking, feedback, cognitive load, repetition, & more!
Ep 9
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#16: Turnout - Debunking The Myths

The Dance Scientist

May 8, 2023

⭐️ Join me on this solo episode as we discuss myths surrounding turnout. Let’s reframe the way we teach turnout from day one!

Ep 9
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#17: Building a Dynamic Dance Warm-Up

The Dance Scientist

May 15, 2023

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss static vs. dynamic stretching, what to include in a proper warm up, & what happens at a physiological level.

Ep 17
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#18: CONNECTING THE DOTS BETWEEN SCIENCE AND ARTISTRY

Guest Episode: Jennifer Milner, FORMER DANCER, MOVEMENT SPECIALIST

Join me & guest Jennifer Milner, a Movement Specialist, as we discuss challenging traditions in dance, how Pilates helped her during her professional career, & simple ways we can build the bridge between the science & artistry!

Ep 18
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#19: PERIOD HEALTH IN DANCERS

Guest Episode: Cynthia Donovan
Registered Dietitian- Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

Join me & Cynthia Donovan, an RDN who specializes in Amenorrhea, as we chat about the importance of period health in dancers

Ep 19
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#17: Building a Dynamic Dance Warm-Up

The Dance Scientist

May 15, 2023

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss static vs. dynamic stretching, what to include in a proper warm up, & what happens at a physiological level.

Ep 17
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#18: CONNECTING THE DOTS BETWEEN SCIENCE AND ARTISTRY

Guest Episode: Jennifer Milner, FORMER DANCER, MOVEMENT SPECIALIST

Join me & guest Jennifer Milner, a Movement Specialist, as we discuss challenging traditions in dance, how Pilates helped her during her professional career, & simple ways we can build the bridge between the science & artistry!

Ep 18
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#19: PERIOD HEALTH IN DANCERS

Guest Episode: Cynthia Donovan
Registered Dietitian- Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

Join me & Cynthia Donovan, an RDN who specializes in Amenorrhea, as we chat about the importance of period health in dancers

Ep 19
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#20: Beyond the Barre: Guiding Adolescent Dancers

The Dance Scientist

June 26, 2023

Join me on this solo episode as I talk about how we can support our adolescent dancers during this time of intense change.

Ep 20
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Ep 19
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#20: Beyond the Barre: Guiding Adolescent Dancers

The Dance Scientist

June 26, 2023

Join me on this solo episode as I talk about how we can support our adolescent dancers during this time of intense change.

Ep 20
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Ep 18
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Ep 19