Calorie counting for dancers- is it necessary?

Rachel Fine, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and Certified Counselor of Intuitive Eating works with dancers worldwide to help them build supportive relationships with both food and body.


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Nutrition is essential for elite dance performance. Rachel Fine is a board-certified dietitian with advanced certifications in Eating Disorders, Sports Nutrition, and Intuitive Eating.
A note from Rachel: The importance of dance nutrition goes beyond our plate. This is why I created www.DanceNutrition.com and The Healthy Dancer®. Dancers, dance educators, and dance parents can utilize these resources to access information and guidance about fueling for performance!

Disclaimer: This is produced for informational purposes only. This information is general, not specific to you. The information in this podcast does not substitute for medical advice. The viewer or listener assumes full responsibility for consulting a qualified health professional regarding health conditions or concerns, and before starting a new diet or health program.

Time stamps:
0:00- Introduction
1:47- why do dancers count?
2:40- risk of counting calories
3:53- sacrifices 
5:05- how to stop counting
7:33- patience
8:50- proactive fueling
9:10- compassionate curiosity
10:47- fact-check
12:10- embrace intuitive eating
13:20- mindful eating

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