The Dr. Dance Mom Podcast
Perspectives and stories from my experience as a DPT who specializes in working with artistic athletes and active individuals and my experience navigating the competitive dance world with my daughter.
The Dr. Dance Mom Podcast
Strength Training For Dancers
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Hosted by: Tara Christensen PT, MS, DPT
Guest: Jason Harrison, CSCS Co-Owner of Present Tense Fitness
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Harrison to discuss the critical role of strength training for dancers. We talk about its importance for injury prevention, performance enhancement and long-term athletic development. We explore when dancers should start strength training, some of the benefits that can be expected and how to find the right strength or performance coach. We also touch on traditional beliefs about strength training in the dance community and the importance of listening to your body when strength training.
Some key points:
- Dancers should master basic “human” movement patterns before layering on their dance training.
- Dancers can feel stronger and more stable after only one strength training session.
- Strength training is a long term commitment, not a short term plan.
- Getting “bulky” is not something dancers need to be afraid of.
- Cross training for younger dancers can be as simple as normal play or playing other sports.
- Finding a qualified strength coach is more effective than finding cookie cutter programs online..
Jason can be found on Instagram at: @presenttensefitness
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