Getting enough of the suitable types of food is important for anyone who wants to perform at their best on the dance floor.
In this month’s blog at The Oundle School of Ballet we look at the best nutrition for dancers to optimise performance. Call us in Peterborough on 01832 272981 for more information.
Types of Food Required
Nutrition for dancers is vital for optimising performance and keeping healthy. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain a healthy relationship with food and get everything you need to keep energy levels high.
The essential types of food needed include:
- Carbohydrates
- Fibre
- Protein
- Fat
Fats are an essential part of any nutritional plan. You can get unsaturated fats from food such as seeds, olives, fatty fish and avocados. Fibre assists in the digestion and effective absorption of these sugars.
Your body gets the sugars it needs for energy from carbohydrates. Eating carbohydrates will fuel your muscles and should be eaten before, during and after activity. You also need plenty of protein to ensure you get amino acids to help in recovery after exercise.
Importance of Nutrition for Dancers
Your performance in both classes and performances relies on eating enough of the right types of foods. If you don’t consume enough, then you’re more likely to be tired and get exhausted quickly.
There are also many vitamins and minerals that are essential elements of a balanced nutritional plan. These include:
- B Vitamins
- Vitamins A, C & E
- Vitamins D & K
- Calcium
- Iron
Calcium is vital for bone strength and growth. If you don’t have enough calcium in your diet, this could lead to a higher chance of bone stress fractures. Iron is also essential in order to transport oxygen to your blood which keeps energy levels high.
All vitamins play an important part in any diet. They provide the body with everything it needs to get what it requires from the minerals it ingests.
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Create an Eating Plan
Regularly exercising requires a planned diet to make sure you are getting the most of the activity. Creating a nutritional plan will ensure you are getting the right vitamins and other nutrients you need for optimal performance.
Making your own eating plan will also make sure that it is tailored perfectly for you. This will take into account how often you exercise, your body size and how intensive your activities are.
Find Out More
To find out more about the best nutrition for dancers, call our team at The Oundle School of Ballet in Peterborough today on 01832 272981. Alternatively, please send us a message via the contact form.
