The reality is, parts of the dance world need to change. Why is depression, eating disorders, + bullying part of the dance world? Are we feeding the cycle by the way we speak to our students, the way we audition, the way talk peer to peer?  We are discussing this + more with Nancy, + how she is making changes in the dance world that are taboo or unspoken.  toomanybodies.org nancydobbsowen.com IG @nancydobbsowen More info IG @alignfitnessbyallie  

Beyond The Pointe

Unspoken Hardships of Dance - Nancy Dobbs Owen

This is the Season 1 Finale! I'm sharing thoughts about episodes you loved, I loved, + what's happening next. Don't miss this introduction into the next chapter of Align Fitness AND I'll be back for Season 2! Continue to follow along on Instagram at @alignfitnessbyallie Find dancer Online courses at www.alignfitnessbyallie.com

Season 1 Finale

I'm talking about the different approaches I take to strength work + why I choose what methods. What are some of the difference + why would I choose one or the other.  We're continue Strength Month on the podcast! Make sure you listen to the previous 3 episodes for a great spectrum on Strength in dancers.  You can find more info on Instagram @alignfitnessbyallie.com Info on online courses www.alignfitnessbyallie.com/courses

Difference In Approaches

What goes into cross training a kid? What are we focusing on in a strength training arena when we work with dancers? How do we continue to work from home on our goals? Brenan is back on the podcast to discuss this. His clear, easy approach to training makes strengthening easy do + follow.  You can hear is first episode #12 Follow along for more tips at @alignfitnessbyallie on Instagram

Training Young Athletes - Brenan Ghassemieh

Do you have hip "stuff"? Labral  Tear, pinching hips, hip flexors, IT band? Dr. Gonzales is diving into how he worked with my hip injury and helped me avoid surgery.  This is the perfect podcast for ANYONE who has dealt with an injury or will in the future...(all of you)  You can find Dr Gonzales on IG at @PerformanceHB Want more info on my Dancer Strong Program for Dancers? Email me at info@alignfitnessbyallie.com

Hip Injuries Can Be Simple - Dr Gonzales

After being told my whole life lifting a weight would ruin my dancer body, boy was I surprised when it saved me, AND made me + my dancers, better at their craft. April is Strength month, + I'm kicking it off with my own "come to Jesus moment" with cross training. Along with what my dancers say + feel now that they lift too.  Don't believe me, check out what the Royal Ballet is doing...then come back to this episode;) You can find more resources on Instagram at @alignfitnessbyallie

The Thing Dancers Should "Never" Do

Using curiosity as a driving force, embracing change, being ready for greatness...these are all things Dakota Adan works to live by. From taking his first dance class at 17, to dancing with Brittany Spears, + truly an all around artist. This episode is sure to leave you believing in YOUR own potential.  IG @dakotaadan Learn more on IG @alignfitnessbyallie

Reaching My Potential - Dakota Adan

Transcending dancers movement + bodies, The GYROTONIC® Method is an amazing cross training tool for dancers. Trainer Sam Anton, is sharing her experience working with San Francisco Ballet dancers. Check her out on IG @spiralingsam More info for your session on IG @alignfitnessbyallie

GYROTONIC® - Sam Anton

Alex Wong is telling his journey from Principal Dancer with Miami City Ballet, SYTYCD, The Newsies and more.  After two big injuries, it would have been easy to go another direction, but Alex is the perfect example of dedication + hard work to get to your dreams. Check him out on IG @alexdwong follow more tips on IG @alignfitnessbyallie

Principal to Commercial Dancer - Alex Wong

After a broken spine, many ups + downs,+  a LOT of hard work, this dancer is here talking to us about her experience getting traveling to China for dance, auditioning, + more.  This injury would take a lot from anyone, but as a Senior in High School, training at two intensive programs, it was a lot.  Listen as we discuss how Gabby has grown, + continues to use all she learned through the rehab process. Gabby @beyondtheinjury More info @alignfitnessbyallie

Over Coming Injury - Gabby Lynch

YAGP Judge, trained in classical ballet + end up in a Jazz company. Maeghan is proof that saying "Yes" to new, sometimes scary, opportunity pays off.  She gave some great tips for any competition or audition that all dancers should hear.  Want to know more? Follow along on Instagram at @alignfitnessbyallie

How Far "Yes" Got Me - Maeghan McHale

Tired of stretching without the results you desire? Maybe you just think, there has to be a better/easier way. You're right, there is. I'm sharing with you my audio "9 Myths of Flexibility" here on the podcast because YOU have been asking great questions about how to train your flexibility. Use this as an eye opener to the practices you are, + are not doing to increase your range of motion.  Find more info at IG @alignfitnessbyallie Courses at www.alignfitnessbyallie.com/course

Myths of Flexibility

I'm sharing with you some of my biggest learning moments + fails from auditioning. As we enter this season, it's a good reminder the world is not ending with "this audition". Also, those "nos" can become "yeses" later on

Auditioning Bloopers

For years I KIND OF reached my goals. After years of fine tuning, I'm sharing 3 techniques I've loved + kept. 2020 seems so big, a new decade! I'm committed to making this the healthiest, most successful, love filled year yet, + this all has to do with mindset.  Listen as I set us up mentally for a great year + decade! For more tips, follow along on Instagram @alignfitnessbyallie

Reaching Dance Goals Ease

A Free Resource for dancers full of doctors, trainers + more that work specifically with dancers. I'm speaking with Jennifer, Co-Founder of Doctors For Dancers, a database of practitioners that know what dancers need.  This amazing resource was created out of necessity + is taking off in the dance community. Listen how you can use it, be part of the movement, + learn from other dancers mistakes in the past.  www.doctorsfordancers.com/ Instagram @doctorsfordancers  

Doctors For Dancers - Jennifer DePaola

As an ex-professional dancer and owner of @AlignFitnessByAllie, a cross training studio for dancers, Allie shares her mission and information to empower healthy, strong, well rounded dancers. Bringing Professional Dancers, Sports Medicine Doctors, Dietician, Trainers, Directors, and more who have centered their careers around dance to share their knowledge in one spot. Join us as Allie brings diverse leaders in the dance world together to assist you to be an informed dancer and parent as you reach your goals in dance.

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Unspoken Hardships of Dance - Nancy Dobbs Owen

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