The Curious Dancer

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

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/ 

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

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/

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

This week I'm chatting with Rachel Josefina about ditching the hustle mentality, learning to rest, and doing what's best for you. Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachel.josefina Listen to Rachel's podcast, Mindset in the Making

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

I spoke with Jana and Abby, creators of the YouTube channel and online community, Ballerinas By Night. They shared their tips for dancing as an adult, how to deal with comparison, the lessons they've learned as adult ballet dancers, and more! Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ballerinasbynight/  Subscribe to their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/youtendu/featured Like them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ballerinasbynight Check out their website: http://ballerinasbynight.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html

Today I'm talking about 4 mindset shifts you can make to become a better dancer.  CONNECT WITH ME: @dance.with.kayleen www.kayleenbabel.com

Khristal Harbert is Spirit Coordinator for the University of Houston Spirit Teams. She is also head coach of the UH Cougar Dolls Dance Team (and was my coach when I was on the team!). We talked about what it's like to dance for a college team, why team culture matters, and how to balance multiple responsibilities.  You can find Khristal on Instagram @coachkhristal. Follow me on Instagram at @thecuriousdancer and @kayleenbabel for additional content!