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From one Dancer to Another
As a dancer, I know what it is like to always be on the "go". Whether it be rehearsals, classes, or performances, dancers rarely find the time to sit down and eat a real meal or let alone have time to cook. I have come up with snacks and meals that I feel will give dancers fuel and energy all day long. I have also provided nutritional information, exercises, resources and information on dysfunctional eating. I hope dancers, like me, will find my site beneficial and a helpful resource when it comes to nutrition and guidance.
A quick fact!
Weight gain is often due to portion size!
These days Americans eat double with they need to. Instead of eating to live, People eat for pleasure. Portion control is essential for dancers in order to maintain weight and stay healthy. If you look at a label on the back of a box, it will tell you how many servings are in the box.
When you eat, keep these tips in mind: 3 oz. of meat is the size of a deck of cards or an audio tape; 1 oz. of meat is the size of a matchbook; 1 cup of potatoes, rice or pasta looks like a tennis ball, a 1/2 cup of fruit is the size of a light bulb, and so on. When your eating a meal, the plate should be split up.
Half the plate should be filled with vegetables and the other half should be split between starches and protein. Some ways to control portion sizes are by saying “no” to seconds, eat a salad before your meal, eat slowly, and drink lots of water before and while you eat. Also, avoid eating when bored or when emotional, in front of a T.V or computer, and for social reasons.
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Note to Viewers:
I am not a nutritionist or dietitian. My information is from health, Kines, and dance classes.