Self-care gets marketed as bubble baths and spa days. But for dancers, real self-care is often much less glamorous and much more powerful.

In this solo episode, I break down what sustainable self-care actually looks like for dancers who want long, healthy, fulfilling careers. From sleep and hydration to decision fatigue, physical therapy, and getting off social media, this conversation focuses on the small, proactive habits that protect your body, brain, and soul.

Because true self-care isn’t reactive; it’s the daily basics that make everything else easier.

If you’ve been feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly playing catch-up with your health, this episode is your reminder to go back to the foundations.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Self Care for Dancers Blog Post: https://www.thebrainyballerina.com/blog/self-care-for-dancers-that-actually-works

Join the Brainy Ballerina Book Club: https://www.thebrainyballerina.com/the-brainy-ballerina-book-club

The Lazy Genius: https://amzn.to/45Kuxty (affiliate link)

Brick: https://getbrick.app

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