In Episode 75: Specificity in Dance Training, Nico Kolokythas, ASSC, PhD explains the training principle of “specificity” and how it applies to dance, from many angles. We discuss general fitness parameters, why they matter and whether dancers typically meet standard benchmarks. Then, Nico explains a bit about early specialization and also diversification of movement. Finally we debate performance enhancement and how conditioning for dancers can realistically serve this aim.

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Host: Ellie Kusner
Co-Hosts: Ellie Kusner and Marissa Schaeffer
Website: www.dancewellpodcast.com
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Introduction Soundscape: Brendan Berry and Dylan Ezzie

Episode 76: Returning to Dance Postpartum

DanceWell Podcast is dedicated to exploring 360-degrees of health and wellness for dancers. We believe that health and wellness isn’t just about physical well-being, but encompasses the whole self. From this belief, we bring you bi-monthly episodes in which we talk with all sorts of practitioners including: dietitians, body-workers, medical doctors, athletic trainers, physical therapists, conditioning experts, psychologists and more. We hope these conversations bring you enhanced understanding of health and wellness to support fulfilling experiences in dance!