In this episode of the Dance PT Podcast, host Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, Dance PT Certified, breaks down one of the most overlooked factors in performer rehab and performance: nutrition.

No, we’re not dietitians—but as movement experts, we SEE how poor fueling leads to injury, fatigue, slow healing, hormonal disruption, RED-S, and burnout. Screening, educating, and referring are 100% within our scope—and this episode shows you exactly how to integrate nutrition into clinical care.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why nutrition is a performance variable PTs must address

✅ How macronutrients impact muscle repair, energy, and hormonal health

✅ Key micronutrient red flags seen in clinic (iron, Vit D, calcium, B vitamins)

✅ The role of hydration in voice quality, cognitive function, and injury risk

✅ Pre- and post-performance fueling strategies you can teach TODAY

✅ Supplements: what’s within scope, what’s not, and how to keep performers safe

✅ The psychology of eating and how to screen for disordered patterns

✅ How to integrate nutrition into evals, POC, marketing, and niche growth

Bottom line:

Nutrition is not separate from performance—it IS performance.

Fuel impacts recovery, energy, injury prevention, mental health, and stage longevity.

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