Thursday, June 7, 2018

Benefits Of Proper Feeding Prior To The Day Of Dance Competitions

By Roger Sanders


Many dancers are not sure of what they should eat during the day of the competition. Being careful on what you eat on this day is very important. However, it is also important to keep in mind that proper hydration and fueling begins with daily nutrition. Proper feeding is not only important on the day of competition. You need to check your nutrition a week before the big day because this is when you will spend most of the time practicing and rehearsing, and you will also have a lot of anxiety. Showing up for dance competitions depleted from an exhausting week of practicing is detrimental.

Just like you plan for your practice and rehearsals, it is also important to have a feeding plan. You should not put your plan in in your head as you are likely to forget. Come up with a timetable on how you will feed and tick every time you follow the plan. This will ensure that you do not do things contrary to the plan.

After drawing the timetable, make sure that you have the food included on your timetable at your disposal. Start with the new food that you would like to introduce on your timetable. This will ensure you have time to test how your body reacts to this food. Avoid trying new food two days to the day of competition. The last thing you want is a stomach upset.

Being a dancer will require you to know your body well. Although your body may behave differently due to the anxiety that comes with preparing for a competition, it should not be a reason for you to skip meals or to feed on junk or food that does not go well with your body. B you the end of the day, proper feeding will give you the confidence that you need to perform well on stage.

It is possible for you to eat in a hurry due to anxiety. This is because during the last week to the competition day, time seems to run very fast. You may find yourself with too much to do and little time to do it. However, you should give yourself at least thirty minutes to eat your meals. This will help prevent bloating, indigestion and gas.

You should also remember to hydrate your body in the right way. Being hydrated in the right way will ensure that you perform optimally. If you are dehydrated, you may suffer from muscle cramping, headaches, nausea, and lack of energy. If you feel thirsty, it is an indication of dehydration. You should however avoid taking too much water few hours before the competition.

During the last week, it is better to prepare your meals at home. This will assure you that you will take healthy meals. You may also need to take your food with you as you travel. However, in case you happen to eat in hotels, be careful of the food that you eat. Avoid giving into cravings that could lead to unhealthy feeding.

Finally, make sure that you give your body plenty of rest. A busy week of dancing may be both physically and mentally draining. You need to get eight hours of quality sleep every day to keep your body strong and energetic. You should also avoid stimulants such as energy drinks, and caffeine that may alter your sleep.




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