The Curious Dancer

The Curious Dancer

By Kayleen BabelArts
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The Curious Dancer episodes

  • Ditching Diet Culture and Embracing Balanced Nutrition for Dance | Ally Miller

    Ally is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer. She grew up dancing, and her most recent dance experience includes two seasons with the Washington Commanders.


    In this episode, we discuss:

    • How to eat to fuel performance as a dancer.
    • Common mistakes dancers make nutrition.Ideas for pre-class meals to optimize your energy levels.
    • The role of sleep, caffeine, and mindset on your experience as a dancer.
    • Ally's pro team audition experience and what most pro teams look for in auditions.

    • CONNECT WITH ALLY:

      • @eating.with.al
      • https://www.eatingwithal.com/

      • CONNECT WITH ME:

        • @dance.with.kayleen
        • www.kayleenbabel.com
          • 58 min
        • 23 - "Push yourself" can be bad advice (I got injured again)

          In this episode I share:

          • why it's important to listen to your own body
          • why dance educators/coaches/trainers need to be more mindful of their feedback and how it's communicated
          • a little bit about my pro cheer audition experience :) 

            • Follow me @dance.with.kayleen and @the.curiousdancerpodcast on IG! 

            13 min
          • Finding Your Path in the Dance World | Auti Kamal

            We're back for Season 2 of the podcast, kicking it off with the lovely Auti! We talked about her path in the dance world, teaching dance, building her YouTube channel, and creating her dance training app. 

            Follow Auti's social media pages:

            https://www.instagram.com/autikamal/ 

            https://www.instagram.com/tiandmestudio/ 

            Subscribe to Auti on YouTube:

            https://www.youtube.com/timetv5678 

            Learn more about Auti's app (use code PIROUETTE20 for 20% off a monthly subscription!):

            https://www.tiandme.com/ 

            49 min
          • Caring for Your Whole Self as a Dancer | Gina McFadden

            In this episode I talk to Gina McFadden about life after a professional career, being a dance educator, and how to take care of your whole self as a dancer.

            Check out Gina's work on https://www.dancer-360.com/ and on Instagram @gina_mcfadden_ 

            Follow me on Instagram @dance.with.kayleen

            40 min
          • 20 - How to Use Social Media to Reach Your Goals | Sheina Raskin

            Sheina Raskin is a social media manager and content creator who helps creatives do more of what they love by building their personal brands.

            In this episode, we discussed:

            • What *really* matters when building your online presence
            • How to improve your relationship with social media
            • Why you don't need thousands of followers to use social media for your goals

              • Join Sheina's Personal Power Masterclass on Sunday, October 10, 2021 - https://sheina.kartra.com/page/partymasterclass 

              Follow Sheina on Instagram - @sheinaraskin

              38 min
            • Professional Ballet & Mental Health | Goldie Walberg

              Goldie shares her experiences as a professional ballet dancer, mental health struggles, and tips for aspiring professional dancers.


              Follow Goldie on Instagram @goldiejane_ and @lazyballerinaclub - https://www.instagram.com/lazyballerinaclub/ 

              Subscribe to Goldie on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmnhH5iie9dq5QhLBiyTzw?app=desktop


              Follow me @dance.with.kayleen and @the.curiousdancer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.curiousdancer/

              44 min
            • Embracing Your Own Journey as a Dancer | Rachel Redding

              Rachel Redding is a dancer, teacher, and student. In this episode, we discussed what it's like to dance in college and Rachel's journey as a dancer.

              Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachredding. Visit her website: https://rachel-redding.com/

              Follow The Curious Dancer Podcast on Instagram @the.curiousdancer

              Follow Kayleen on Instagram @kayleenbabel and @dance.with.kayleen



              49 min
            • Navigating College & Careers as a Dancer | Gaylyn Lareese

              Gaylyn Lareese is a dancer, content creator, and CEO/Founder of Motion Prep™. In this episode we discussed:

              • What it's like to be a dance major
              • How to navigate different career options as a dancer
              • How to thrive as a dancer when you feel out of place

                • You can find Gaylyn on Instagram @gayln.lareese

                Check out Gaylyn's YouTube channel

                Visit Gaylyn's website:  https://www.motionprepdance.com/services

                49 min

              About The Curious Dancer

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              The more I dance, the more curious I've become about the traditions, techniques, and teachings behind the art. Join me, Kayleen, on my mission to make the dance world a happier, healthier, and more…