In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea speaks with Lesley Logan, a mindset and breathwork coach, and co-founder of onlinepilatesclasses.com. They discuss the connections between dance and Pilates, emphasizing the importance of mind-body connection, dealing with imposter syndrome, and embracing the beginner mindset. Lesley shares insights from her own journey and offers valuable teaching strategies for addressing varying skill levels in classes. This conversation provides practical advice for dancers seeking to build confidence and cultivate a supportive learning environment.

Connect with Lesley:

https://lesleylogan.co/

https://www.instagram.com/lesley.logan/

https://www.youtube.com/@OnlinePilatesClasses

Try Lesley's Free Class: Full Body in 15

Other Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/212

Episode Breakdown:

01:41 Meet Lesley Logan: From Athlete to Pilates Instructor

03:30 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

06:13 The Importance of Being a Beginner

09:06 Building Confidence Through Action

23:11 Mind-Body Connection in Pilates and Dance

26:16 Adapting Self-Care to Your Body's Needs

26:38 The Importance of Mind-Body Connection for Dancers

27:01 Learning Through Feeling, Not Just Seeing

32:40 Understanding and Overcoming Fear in Learning

38:35 Effective Teaching Strategies for Dance Instructors

45:53 Starting a Pilates Practice for Dancers

47:41 Where to Find More Resources and Classes