

Dancing Through the Demands of Competition Season: Protecting the Body, Mind and Nervous System
Competition season is a time of nonstop training, back-to-back performances, long travel days, and E-6000 glue. As we reach the busiest time in a dancer’s year, it is important to reflect on how such a high frequency and intensity of performance can affect both the mind and body. It is no secret that competitive dance studios see the highest rate of injury and burnout throughout competition/convention season. As a physical therapist specializing in women’s/pelvic health (and
































