The Dance Up!

Dr. James D Walters & Assistant Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather
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Shining the light on cultural competency between dance and healthcare for better communication and care with Dr. James D Walters and Assistant Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present. Follow us on Instagram @thedanceup

  1. 2 天前

    S4 E7 - Hidden Nutrition Gaps Holding Dancers Back

    Carbs have been demonized in dance for decades, and it’s costing dancers energy, recovery, and longevity. Registered sports dietitian and dance nutrition specialist Lisa Rivera explains why fueling is not just about “eating more” - it’s about giving your body the right energy at the right time so you can perform, recover, and stay healthy. Host Dr. James D. Walters and co-host Danielle Lydia Sheather unpack the cultural myths that still shape dance training, from “good” and “bad” foods to the dangerous idea that missing a cycle is a sign of success. Lisa shares the exact mindset shift she uses with dancers: move from appearance-based thinking to performance-based fueling, and stop treating food like the enemy. You’ll discover: Why dancers need more carbohydrates than they’ve been taught to believeHow “intuitive fueling” blends body awareness with a real fueling planWhat RED-S and RED-D mean for dancers, and why underfueling is often missedHow to spot when food tracking is becoming harmfulWhy full-fat dairy, bagels, and even treats can absolutely fit in a dancer’s planLisa also explains how she uses ranges, serving sizes, and personalized education instead of one-size-fits-all numbers, because a dancer’s needs change with rehearsal load, injury status, season, and training demands. The conversation also tackles a bigger problem: too many dancers are still getting medical advice from professionals who don’t understand dance as an athletic discipline. If you work with dancers, teach dancers, parent a dancer, or are a dancer yourself, this episode is essential listening. It’s a practical, eye-opening case for building a true care team around dancers and making nutrition part of the conversation before fatigue, stress injuries, or burnout force it to be. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman @tamawhat , Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors’ and guests’ views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  2. 9月15日

    S4 E6 - Dance History Is World History — And It Changes Everything

    Join Dr. of Chiropractic James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guest Jeanne Fornarola as they discuss how ballet shapes a life, a career, and a body in ways most people never see. From the strict, formative world of Mercyhurst to decades of teaching, injury recovery, and the evolution of dance education, they unpack what dancers actually need to thrive: better training, smarter prevention, honest conversations about pain, and a more humane view of discipline. You’ll discover why dance history is really world history, how one teacher’s words can change a student’s entire trajectory, and why the old “push through it” mindset still shows up in studios today. Jean also reflects on the programs, people, and practices that helped shape her as both an artist and educator - from oral traditions in the classroom to the importance of Pilates, allied health support, and having room to be a lifelong student. This episode is for dancers, educators, healthcare providers, and parents who want a clearer picture of what it takes to support artists beyond the studio. If you care about longevity, wellness, and preparing dancers for a real future, this conversation will give you both perspective and practical insight. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman @tamawhat , Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors’ and guests’ views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  3. 8月28日

    S4 E5 - Broadway Performer, Theatre Director, Teacher, and Acupuncturist

    Join Dr. of Chiropractic James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guest Tripp Hansen as they discuss their personal stories on teaching and learning, Tripps Broadway and Acupuncturist journey, and how we hope to integrate the energetic, mind body connection, in how we carry ourselves in the world. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  4. 7月28日

    S4 E04 - The Art of Puppetry: The Demands and The Excitement

    Join Dr. of Chiropractic James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guest Jordan Brownlee as they discuss the demands and excitement of puppetry. The toll it takes on the body and the sheer love of the art form. Hear how Jordan began his performance career and how the art of puppetry is inherently linked to acting. Listen to Jordan shares the differences of puppeteering for the camera and for the stage. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  5. 6月28日

    S4 SE03 - The Ins and Outs of Dance Movement Therapy from The Therapist Who Moves You

    Join Dr. of Chiropractic James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guest Erica Hornthal as they discuss the ins and outs of Dance Movement Therapy and the various challenges towards licensure. Listen how they unpack the removal of recess and dance in schools and how bringing back these simple yet crucial activities are vital to a child's development especially as it relates to conflict. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  6. 5月22日

    S4 E02 - Safety, Connection, and Learning in Dance Education

    Join Dr. of Chiropractic James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guests Alexandra Bradshaw-Yerby & Adele Nickel. In this episode we discuss their individual and collective experiences in dance in addition to how they got into writing about dance. Hear some of their takeaways from their most recent co-authored article , "Safety, Social Connection, and Learning: A Polyvagal Theory Framework for Dance Education." Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  7. 1月28日

    S4 E01 - Year Three Wrap Up with Dr. James and Associate Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather

    Join Dr. James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather as they wrap up their 3 year of podcasting and creating content to help bridge the gap between health care and dance for better communication and care. The Dance Up! has been focused on education strategies that include building their compassion and understanding. James and Danielle want to challenge the oversimplification of myths that surround dancers by inviting healthcare providers and dance educators to listen more deeply to the diversity of lived dance experiences that exist in their spheres and beyond. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

  8. 2025/12/28

    S3 E12 - The Hyper-Mobile Chiro Resources for Dancers and Teachers

    Join Dr. James D Walters and Associate Professor of Dance Danielle Lydia Sheather with guest Taylor Goldberg - The Hyper-mobile Chiropractor. Listen as we discuss the various ways in which hyper-mobility manifests in dancers and how we can do better as a community to avoid iatrogenic diagnoses and nocebic language. We might all be trying to do the right thing, but in actuality we may be harming the very population we hope to serve. Consider how we can leverage support and care for our dancers through care teams. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present.

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簡介

Shining the light on cultural competency between dance and healthcare for better communication and care with Dr. James D Walters and Assistant Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather. Musical contributions by Alexandra Ausman, Graphic Design by Dr. Kelsey Elliot. Views expressed in this podcast solely reflect the authors' and guests' views and not any organization to which an affiliation might be present. Follow us on Instagram @thedanceup

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  • 創作者
    Dr. James D Walters & Assistant Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather
  • 活躍年代
    2023年 - 2026年
  • 集數
    43
  • 年齡分級
    兒少不宜
  • 版權
    © Dr. James D Walters & Assistant Professor Danielle Lydia Sheather
  • 節目網站
    The Dance Up!