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SciDance

By Jasmine Cook

An evidence based, research informed podcast presenting dance science discussions with global industry leaders. New episode every Monday at 6AM GMT.
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17: 2020 Graduates - Tabitha Moorse, Madeleine Dardeau, and Beth Ackroyd

SciDanceMay 31, 2021

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Featuring: Ballet Rosa with Luis Guimaraes and Ana Filipa

Featuring: Ballet Rosa with Luis Guimaraes and Ana Filipa

Ballet Rosa inspires dancers from all over the world with apparel and accessories for male and female dancers designed using the highest quality materials and engineered for a high level of comfort, mobility, and performance. Ballet Rosa is renowned in the world of dance for their harmonious mastery of technical materials, combined with artistically-inspired design.


Luis Guimaraes and Ana Filipa from Ballet Rosa introduce us the the world renowned dancewear company, talking about Ballet Rosa’s development as a brand, their brand ethos, and company values. We take an in depth look at Ballet Rosa’s catalogues, including the design process, commitment to communication and connection with dancers, and development of future products to support dancers. This episode also considers the direction of Ballet Rosa in the future, and the importance of innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity alongside the direction of dance.


Luis is the CEO at Ballet Rosa. Filipa is the Communication Manager at Ballet Rosa.


Find out more at www.balletrosa.com


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jun 13, 202252:29
18: Pilates & cueing with Leila Kester
Jun 06, 202249:34
17: Current and novel approaches to balance with Frances Clarke

17: Current and novel approaches to balance with Frances Clarke

Frances Clarke discusses her PhD research investigating current and novel approaches to balance.  


Thank you to Ballet Rosa for sponsoring today’s episode. Ballet Rosa inspires dancers from all over the world with apparel and accessories for male and female dancers designed using the highest quality materials and engineered for a high level of comfort, mobility, and performance. Ballet Rosa is renowned in the world of dance for their harmonious mastery of technical materials, combined with artistically-inspired design. Check them out and find out more at https://www.balletrosa.com/


Resources - 

• Clarke, F., Koutedakis, Y., Wilson, M., Wyon, M. (2021) Associations between static and dynamic field balance tests in assessing postural stability of female undergraduate dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science. 25(3), pp.169-175. doi.org/10.12678/1089-313X.091521b 

• Wyon, M.A., Reeve, E., Ambegaonkar, J., Cloak, R., Clarke, F.A., Davies, P. (2021) Does past experience effect balance in older women: a cross-sectional study comparing retired dancers and age-matched controls? Ageing International, (online). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12126-021-09412-2

• Clarke, F., Koutedakis, Y., Wilson, M., Wyon, M. (2020) Bilateral differences in dancers’ dynamic postural stability during jump landings. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science. 24(4), pp.183-189. doi.org/10.12678/1089-313X.24.4.183 

• Clarke, F., Koutedakis, Y., Wilson, M., Wyon, M. (2019) Associations between balance ability and dance performance using field balance tests. Medical Problems of Performing Artists. 34(3), pp.154-160. doi.org/10.21091/mppa.2019.3026 

• Clarke, F., Koutedakis, Y., Wilson, M., Wyon, M. (2018) Balance in dance performance: A systematic review. Medical Problems of Performing Artists. 33(4), pp.276-286 • Wyon, M.A., Cloak,R., Lucas, J., Clarke, F. (2013) Effect of midsole thickness of dance shoes on dynamic postural stability. Medical Problems of Performing Artists. 28(4), pp.195-198. 

• Cloak, R., Nevill, A, M., Clarke, F., Day, S., Wyon, M, A., (2010) Vibration training improves balance in unstable ankles. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 31, pp.894-900.   


Find Frances here -  

Email: f.clarke@trinitylaban.ac.uk   


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com  

Instagram: @scidancepodcast  

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.

May 30, 202237:58
16: Injury prevention intervention at Elmhurst Ballet School: next steps with Nico Kolokythas

16: Injury prevention intervention at Elmhurst Ballet School: next steps with Nico Kolokythas

Nico Kolokythas explains the development of the 11+ Dance at Elmhurst Ballet School. In a previous episode, we discussed the development of this injury prevention intervention at Elmhurst, and this follow up episode explores how the research has evolved and how it can be beneficial. We look at what is happening now at the school, the importance of keeping play and fun, and using the 11+ as a framework as opposed to a protocol. Nico addresses the attention, criticisms, and debate following the release of the publication, as well as shedding further light with anecdotal data from the school. This episode also considers the role of coaching, communication channels, environment, and future studies in the works.


Thank you to Ballet Rosa for sponsoring today’s episode. Ballet Rosa inspires dancers from all over the world with apparel and accessories for male and female dancers designed using the highest quality materials and engineered for a high level of comfort, mobility, and performance. Ballet Rosa is renowned in the world of dance for their harmonious mastery of technical materials, combined with artistically-inspired design. Check them out and find out more at https://www.balletrosa.com/


Find Nico here -  

Twitter: @nkolokythas  

Instagram: @strengthmotionmind  

Website: www.strengthmotionmind.com  

Email: info@strengthmotionmind.com    


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com  

Instagram: @scidancepodcast  

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

May 23, 202250:35
15: Pilates at the Royal Ballet School with Markella Kefallonitou

15: Pilates at the Royal Ballet School with Markella Kefallonitou

Markella Kefallonitou, pilates instructor at White Lodge, talks about her work at the Royal Ballet School with young dancers. Markella gives insight into the role of pilates for dancers’ training, the key benefits, and the collaboration also with S&C and the artistic staff. We untie common criticisms of pilates, and discuss the relevance to dance training and subsequent meaningful engagement of the students, including the role of theory and critical thinking. Markella also speaks about how the skills learned can be taken forwards by graduates in their dance career, and after.


Thank you to Ballet Rosa for sponsoring today’s episode. Ballet Rosa inspires dancers from all over the world with apparel and accessories for male and female dancers designed using the highest quality materials and engineered for a high level of comfort, mobility, and performance. Ballet Rosa is renowned in the world of dance for their harmonious mastery of technical materials, combined with artistically-inspired design. Check them out and find out more at https://www.balletrosa.com/


Resources -

Instagram:

@theballetblogofficial

@danceprehab

@onedanceuk

@dremildpm

@hypermobilitymd

Pilates and Conditioning for Dancers by Jane Paris / Crowood Press


Find Markella here -

Email: markellakefallonitou@gmail.com

Website: markellakefallonitou.com

Instagram: @pilatesforthedancer

Facebook: /pilatesforthedancer


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

May 16, 202236:50
14: Pirouette biomechanics and research methods with Catherine Haber
May 09, 202252:28
13: Developments of S&C at the Royal Ballet School with Niall MacSweeney

13: Developments of S&C at the Royal Ballet School with Niall MacSweeney

In a second part to Season 2 Episode 1, Niall MacSweeney talks further in depth about the process of implementing S&C at White Lodge, Royal Ballet School. We discuss establishing a training system/program over the years, and how the program now works from Year 7 upwards as a result of being relatively recent. This episode considers specificity vs capacity, in strength and conditioning for dancers in training, with the dynamic correspondence theory. Niall touches on the key factors in dance of the Long Term Athlete Development model, with insight into the practicalities of this at Royal.


Find Niall here -

Email: niall.macsweeney@royalballetschool.org.uk

Twitter: @NiallMacSweeney

Instagram: @energia_performance


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

May 02, 202248:22
12: Sports therapy for dancers with Lauren Attree
Feb 07, 202233:08
11: Dance for Parkinson's with Ashley McGill
Jan 31, 202201:03:52
10: Strength & conditioning for young dancers with Robert Tsai
Jan 24, 202246:29
9: Why are we still so bad at addressing dancers' mental health? with Kathleen Gaines

9: Why are we still so bad at addressing dancers' mental health? with Kathleen Gaines

Kathleen Gaines discusses her viral article on dancers’ mental health, and the subsequent dance science research into mental health for dancers. Over the last 10 years, Kathleen has written more than 150 articles on dance for Dance Magazine, Pointe, Dance Spirit, and Dance Teacher magazines. As a result she has had the opportunity to conduct nearly 1,000 interviews with dancers, teachers and dance medical professionals. Minding the Gap was founded as a reaction to the outpouring of support Kathleen received after she posted the article Why are we still so bad at addressing dancers' mental health on the Dance Magazine website in the summer of 2017. Her ambition is to enact a movement which results in mental health being regarded with the same seriousness as physical health in dance culture.


Find Kathleen here -

Email: kathleen@wearemindingthegap.org


Resources -

Teacher workshop series https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raising-the-barre-for-mental-health-a-dance-teacher-workshop-series-tickets-216035858067


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jan 17, 202249:51
8: Pelvic floor health with Brooke Winder

8: Pelvic floor health with Brooke Winder

Brooke Winder talks about pelvic floor health. As a physical therapist and educator, Brooke discusses existing research in pelvic floor health on female athletes, and areas for further research. Brooke talks about what the pelvic floor is, the role/function, major flags, and treatment options. We focus on the importance of the pelvic floor for dancers, and how dancers can optimise their pelvic floor health.


Thank you to The Place London for sponsoring this episode. Located in the heart of London, The Place is a creative powerhouse for dance development that is leading the way in dance training, creation and performance. One of Europe’s most exciting, innovative dance spaces, where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work. Learn more here: https://www.theplace.org.uk


Find Brooke here -

Instagram: @drbrookewinderpt (https://www.instagram.com/drbrookewinderpt/)

University Web Page: https://www.csulb.edu/dance/page/brooke-winder

Clinic Website: www.renewmotionpt.com

E-mail: brooke@renewmotionpt.com


Resources -

One Dance UK Resource—The Pelvic Floor in Dancers: https://www.onedanceuk.org/resource/pelvic-floor-dancers/

Dance/USA Task Force on Dancer Health Pelvic Floor fact sheet: Dance/USA Fact Sheet Link

Prevalence of Urinary Incontinence in High-Impact Sport Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7386138/

Prevalence of urinary incontinence among elite athletes of both sexes: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1440244020307763

Case Study on Dancer with SI and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice Magazine (page 222): https://www.orthopt.org/uploads/OPTP_Vol29_No4_FINAL_WEB.pdf

Online continuing education course for healthcare professionals on treating the Pelvic Floor in Performers:https://embodiaapp.com/courses/1113-the-performer-s-pelvis-managing-pelvic-floor-dysfunction-in-dancers-and-artistic-athletes-brooke-r-winder-pivot-dancer

IADMS 2019 Abstracts (Presentation on Pelvic Floor and Dancers): https://iadms.myshopify.com/collections/abstract-books/products/2019-annual-conference-abstract-book-downloadable-pdf


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jan 10, 202201:11:00
7: Biomechanics in dance shoes with Alycia Fong Yan

7: Biomechanics in dance shoes with Alycia Fong Yan

Alycia Fong Yan discusses biomechanics in dance shoes, drawing on her experiences as a dancer, clinician, researcher and educator. We discuss the impact of different shoes on foot development, strength, and links to injury. Alycia also reflects on her personal drive to research in this area, including application and translation of research to dancers and teachers. We also look at the complication of aesthetics and tradition in applying and progressing this research in dance. Thank you to The Place London for sponsoring this episode. Located in the heart of London, The Place is a creative powerhouse for dance development that is leading the way in dance training, creation and performance. One of Europe’s most exciting, innovative dance spaces, where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work. Learn more here: https://www.theplace.org.uk Find Alycia here - Email: alycia.fongyan@sydney.edu.au Twitter: @AlyciaFongYan Resources - IADMS Dancer Wellness Book Hopper, L. and A. Fong Yan (2017). The dance environment. Dancer Wellness. M. V. Wilmerding and D. Krasnow. Champaign, IL, Human Kinetics: 3-12. Ward, R. E., A. Fong Yan, K. F. Orishimo, I. J. Kremenic, M. Hagins, M. Liederbach, C. E. Hiller and E. Pappas (2019). "Comparison of lower limb stiffness between male and female dancers and athletes during drop jump landings." Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports 29(1): 71-81. Fong Yan, A., R. M. Smith, C. E. Hiller and P. J. Sinclair (2017). "Impact attenuation properties of jazz shoes alter lower limb joint stiffness during jump landings." Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 20(5): 464-468. Instagram: @scidancepodcast Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
Jan 03, 202257:01
6: Ballet to physiotherapy with Archie James

6: Ballet to physiotherapy with Archie James

Archie James discusses his journey through ballet training to physiotherapy, reflecting on new knowledge and learned experience. Archie chats about what he wishes he knew as a ballet dancer, what he would have done differently, and changes that may encourage this in a pre professional environment such as in sports psychology. We look at potential routes into physiotherapy for dancers, and the application process, as well as the merits of a background in dance. Importantly, we focus on the personal development involved in stepping away from ballet, in critical thinking, research, evaluating information, autonomy, and mindset, ultimately advocating for more science integration into ballet training for empowerment.


Resources -

Mattiussi, A. M., Shaw, J. W., Williams, S., Price, P. D., Brown, D. D., Cohen, D. D., Clark, R., Kelly, S., Retter, G., Pedlar, C., & Tallent, J. (2021). Injury epidemiology in professional ballet: a five-season prospective study of 1596 medical attention injuries and 543 time-loss injuries. British journal of sports medicine, 55(15), 843–850. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2020-103817

Markovic G. (2007). Does plyometric training improve vertical jump height? A meta-analytical review. British journal of sports medicine, 41(6), 349–355. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.2007.035113

van Dyk, N., Behan, F. P., & Whiteley, R. (2019). Including the Nordic hamstring exercise in injury prevention programmes halves the rate of hamstring injuries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 8459 athletes. British journal of sports medicine, 53(21), 1362–1370.

Impellizzeri, F. M., McCall, A., & van Smeden, M. (2021). Why methods matter in a meta-analysis: a reappraisal showed inconclusive injury preventive effect of Nordic hamstring exercise. Journal of clinical epidemiology, 140, 111–124. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinepi.2021.09.007

Lasse Ishøi, Kristian Thorborg, Why clinical context and relevant protocols matter: response to Impellizzeri et al, Journal of Clinical Epidemiology (2021), doi: j.jclinepi.2021.10.021

Franco M. Impellizzeri, Alan McCall, Maarten van Smeden. Why clinical context and relevant protocols matter: author’s reply, Journal of Clinical Epidemiology (2020), doi: j.jclinepi.2021.10.020


Find Archie here -

Email: archie.james@kcl.ac.uk

Instagram: @archie_james_physio


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Dec 20, 202147:24
5: Practitioner experience and embodied understanding with Sonia Rafferty
Dec 13, 202141:41
4: Injury management in the West End with Liz Bayley
Dec 06, 202156:03
3: Personal training for young dancers with Kendall Baab
Nov 29, 202143:20
2: Clinical cases: why hormone health is important for dancers with Nicky Keay and Stephanie Potreck

2: Clinical cases: why hormone health is important for dancers with Nicky Keay and Stephanie Potreck

Nicky Keay and Steph Potreck discuss clinical cases in hormone health and nutrition. Thank you to The Place London for sponsoring this episode. Located in the heart of London, The Place is a creative powerhouse for dance development that is leading the way in dance training, creation and performance. One of Europe’s most exciting, innovative dance spaces, where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work. Learn more here: https://www.theplace.org.uk Resources - www.health4performance.co.uk https://nickykeayfitness.com/about/publications/ https://www.onedanceuk.org/return-to-dance/# https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/?s=Keay&submit=Search https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8487661/ https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.09.27.21264119v1 and https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.10.29.21265667v1 https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/2021/06/28/hormone-intelligence-for-female-dancers-athletes-and-exercisers/ Find Nicky here - Email: nicky@nickykeayfitness.com Website: www.nickykeayfitness.com www.facebook.com/nickykeayfitness Instagram: @nickykfitness Twitter: @nickykfitness Find Steph here - Email: hello@ausdancersoverseas.com Insta and FB: @ausdancersoverseas Twitter: AusdancersO Website: www.ausdancersoverseas.com Instagram: @scidancepodcast Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
Nov 22, 202101:01:27
1: Athletic training in ballet with Megan Bane

1: Athletic training in ballet with Megan Bane

Megan Bane, athletic trainer at BalletMet, discusses her work as a clinician and educator. This episode looks at Megan's experiences which influences her decision to go into the dance science field, her Masters in hypermobility/pirouettes, and her work with military recruits. We focus on Megan's work at BalletMet, her goals for the future of healthcare in ballet, and the importance of education for dancers in giving them control to take care of their own wellbeing.


Thank you to The Place London for sponsoring this episode. Located in the heart of London, The Place is a creative powerhouse for dance development that is leading the way in dance training, creation and performance. One of Europe’s most exciting, innovative dance spaces, where artists from all over the world come to push creative boundaries, to experiment and to perform outstanding new work. Learn more here: https://www.theplace.org.uk


Find Megan here -

Email: megan.bane@osumc.edu


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Nov 15, 202142:26
SciDance Season 3 with Jazzy Cook

SciDance Season 3 with Jazzy Cook

Welcome back to SciDance Podcast. SciDance is a dance science podcast presenting discussions with global industry leaders. The podcast aims to enhance dancer wellbeing, health and training at all levels of the sector, making research and information accessible for dancers and teachers. Episodes cover a range of physical and psychosocial topics centred around injury prevention and performance enhancement. Seasons 1 and 2 are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most other major podcast platforms. 


Season 3 Episode 1 coming Monday, November 15th 2021 at 6am GMT.


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Nov 08, 202101:15
22: Season Two Wrap with Katy Chambers

22: Season Two Wrap with Katy Chambers

Reflections on Season 2 of SciDance Podcast, looking at informative, interesting, insightful moments taken from each episode so far. Katy Chambers also joins for a chat focused around dance education, where we look at leaving full time education and transitioning into the studio as a dance teacher.


(Katy time stamp - 00.27.07)


Find Katy here -

Twitter: @katywith_a_Y

Instagram: @performancepro_physio

Email: katy@performanceprophysio.com

Website: https://www.performanceprophysio.com


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jul 30, 202101:03:20
21: Freelancers in dance with Imogen Aujla

21: Freelancers in dance with Imogen Aujla

Imogen Aujla discusses freelancers in dance, looking at the role of freelancers in the UK dance sector, and dance science research in this area. We discuss the challenges freelancers face at different stages of their careers, and psychological factors/mental skills training that can help dancers. Imogen talks about the most important resources and skills for dancers to learn and establish to help themselves when freelancing. Resources - https://www.beds.ac.uk/media/242947/final-report.pdf https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.01688/full?utm_source=Email_to_authors_&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=T1_11.5e1_author&utm_campaign=Email_publication&field=&journalName=Frontiers_in_Psychology&id=163808 https://www.beds.ac.uk/media/ejpjot4p/freelancers-in-the-dance-sector-full-report.pdf Find Imogen here - Email (academic): imogen.aujla@beds.ac.uk Email (for coaching and freelance work): imogen.aujla@gmail.com Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Instagram: @scidancepodcast Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
Jul 19, 202138:15
20: Athletic competency with Khyle Eccles

20: Athletic competency with Khyle Eccles

Khyle Eccles, S&C at Trinity Laban, discusses athletic competency in dancers. We discuss Khyle's MSc work on maximal strength testing for dancers, as well as physiological fitness for dancers more generally. Khyle debates the impacts of aesthetic demands and athleticism in dance. We look at the challenges of implementing S&C programmes in dance, how schools can facilitate supplementary training to develop physical literacy, and the relevance of student buy-in.


Find Khyle here -

https://www.trinitylaban.ac.uk/study/teaching-staff/khyle-eccles/


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jul 12, 202152:16
19: Research and S&C at the Royal Ballet with Adam Mattiussi and Joseph Shaw
Jul 05, 202151:10
18: Recent graduate research with Julie Ferrell-Olson, Louisa Petts, and Sam Beckman

18: Recent graduate research with Julie Ferrell-Olson, Louisa Petts, and Sam Beckman

Recent dance science graduates Julie Ferrell-Olson, Louisa Petts and Sam Beckman discuss their research.


Julie Ferrell-Olson (Kinematic Impact of Socks on Contemporary Dance Practice) -

Contact: julieannferrell8@gmail.com

Twitter: @J_FerrellOlson


Louisa Petts (Community Dance) -

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-petts-1702

Email: louisapetts@hotmail.co.uk


Sam Beckman (The Development and Reliability of an Updated Dance-Specific Star Excursion Balance Test (dsSEBT)) -

Instagram: @moving4joy


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jun 03, 202153:60
17: 2020 Graduates - Tabitha Moorse, Madeleine Dardeau, and Beth Ackroyd

17: 2020 Graduates - Tabitha Moorse, Madeleine Dardeau, and Beth Ackroyd

Tabitha Moorse, Madeleine Dardeau, and Beth Ackroyd discuss their experiences as dance science students graduating in 2020.


Tabitha Moorse -

Website: www.thedancepsychologist.com 

Twitter: @TabithaMoorse 

Instagram: @tabithaindia_


Madeleine Dardeau -

Email: madeleinedardeau@me.com

Instagram: @madeleinedardeau


Beth Ackroyd -

Email: beth.lauren@live.com

Twitter: @ackroydbeth


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

May 31, 202155:43
16: Hormones as a marker for health and performance with Nicky Keay and Stephanie Potreck

16: Hormones as a marker for health and performance with Nicky Keay and Stephanie Potreck

Nicky Keay and Stephanie Potreck discuss nutrition for dancers, looking at areas such as diet culture, RED-S, body composition, and hormone health. Nicky and Steph also chat about the importance of dancer education, influences around the dancer, and takeaways for dance teachers and dance parents. Resources - www.health4performance.co.uk https://nickykeayfitness.com/about/publications/ https://www.onedanceuk.org/return-to-dance/# https://blogs.bmj.com/bjsm/?s=Keay&submit=Search Find Nicky here - Email: nicky@nickykeayfitness.com Website: www.nickykeayfitness.com www.facebook.com/nickykeayfitness Instagram: @nickykfitness Twitter: @nickykfitness Find Steph here - Email: hello@ausdancersoverseas.com Insta and FB: @ausdancersoverseas Twitter: AusdancersO Website: www.ausdancersoverseas.com Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Instagram: @scidancepodcast Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
May 24, 202101:26:36
15: Psychosocial impacts of dance science with Elsa Urmston

15: Psychosocial impacts of dance science with Elsa Urmston

Elsa Urmston discusses the psychosocial impacts of dance science research. Elsa talks about various projects, exploring the impacts of dance science in various settings in terms of social impacts, a dance for health domain, and education. We chat about the importance of dance science in these settings, potential further applications, and implementation and research in dance science more generally.

Resources -
Project with Stopgap Dance Company and University of Bedfordshire
Developing potential amongst disabled young people: Exploring dance artists’ qualities as educators in the context of inclusive dance talent development
www.idancenetwork.eu/activities/developing-potential-amongst-disabled-young-people/
Urmston, E. and Aujla, I.J., 2019. Values, Attributes, and Practices of Dance Artists in Inclusive Dance Talent Development Contexts. Journal of Dance Education, pp.1-10.
Intergenerational dance and music project helping people overcome loneliness and social isolation funded by the ‘Building Connections Fund’ thanks to both Her Majesty’s Government and National Lottery players (The National Lottery Community Fund).
beee-creative.co.uk/wp/improvising-generations-main/
Exploring ways in which dance can reduce social isolation and physical and social confidence
Dance Network Association Active Families
www.dancenetworkassociation.org.uk/active-families
Large-scale collaborative participation project with East London Dance, Hofesh Shechter Company, Historic Royal Palaces and LIFT, London College of Fashion and University of East London
East Wall
eastwall.org/
elsaurmston.wordpress.com/2018/10/16/east-wall-evaluation/

Find Elsa here -
Email: elsa.urmston@gmail.com
Twitter: @dancescigirl

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com
Instagram: @scidancepodcast
Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
May 17, 202141:17
14: Performing arts healthcare with Jeff Russell
May 10, 202158:13
13: Developing the 11+ Dance with Karen Sudds

13: Developing the 11+ Dance with Karen Sudds

Karen Sudds discusses her work into developing the 11+ Dance in a recreational setting. We look at her process, methods, and research findings in terms of physical improvements in her dancers. Karen also discusses the potential psychological aspects of this work, as well as anecdotal observations in the dancers technique and performance enhancement, and challenges and highlights of the study. We also chat about future developments of the 11+ Dance.


11+ Dance and injury prevention with Nico Kolokythas -

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scidance/id1515498508?i=1000498763394

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gbTlboSbHqlNl2sNV5Gyb?si=yaBTx5F1T7ymgpymMiTcQw


Resources -

Caine D, Goodwin BJ, Caine CG, Bergeron G. Epidemiological Review of Injury in Pre-Professional Ballet Dancers. J Danc Med Sci. 2015;19(4):140-148. doi:10.12678/1089-313x.19.4.140

Liederbach M, Richardson M, Rodriguez M, Comgagno J, Dilgen FE, Rose DJ. Jump exposures in the dance training environment: a measure of ergonomic demand. J Athl Train. 2006;41:S85.

Allen N, Nevill A, Brooks J, Koutedakis Y, Wyon M. Ballet Injuries: Injury Incidence and Severity Over 1 Year. J Orthop Sport Phys Ther. 2012;42(9):781-A1. doi:10.2519/jospt.2012.3893

Myer GD, Ford KR, Palumbo JP, Hewett TE. Neuromuscular Training Improves Performance and Lower-Extremity Biomechanics in Female Athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2005;19(1):51-60.

Ward RE. Biomechanical perspectives on classical ballet technique and implications for teaching practice. 2012.

Kolokythas N. Injuries and adolescent ballet dancers: Current evidence, epidemiology, and intervention. 2019. https://wlv.openrepository.com/handle/2436/623721.

Sadigursky D, Braid JA, De Lira DNL, Machado BAB, Carneiro RJF, Colavolpe PO. The FIFA 11+ injury prevention program for soccer players: A systematic review. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. 2017;9(1):1-8. doi:10.1186/s13102-017-0083-z


Find Karen here -

Email: karensudds@gmail.com

Instagram: @karensudds

Twitter: @suddskaren

Studio: www.crossingsdance.com


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

May 03, 202101:19:45
12: Subjective voice of the performer with Gemma Harman
Apr 26, 202125:32
11: Biomechanics & compensation strategies with James Brouner
Apr 19, 202129:31
10: Dance injury epidemiology with Sarah Kenny

10: Dance injury epidemiology with Sarah Kenny

Sarah Kenny discusses injury epidemiology, focussing on pre-professional ballet. Sarah talks about her PhD work, longitudinal research tracking injuries in pre-professional ballet dancers, the role of pre season screenings, and factors influencing the reporting of injuries. We discuss injury prevention strategies, drawing from clinical perspectives in sport as well as the role of dancer and teacher education. Sarah also suggests potential applications of this research for other dance populations, in translation to private dance studio settings and developments in companies. Resources - Volkova, V G., Black, A. M., & Kenny, S. J. (2020). Concurrent Validity and Agreement of Internal Training Load Measures in Elite Adolescent Ballet Dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science, (24)4: 175 – 182. DOI: https://doi.org/10.12678/1089-313X.24.4.175 Kenny, S. J., Palacios-Derflingher, L., Shi, Q., Whittaker, J. L., & Emery, C. A. (2019). Association between previous injury and risk factors for future injury in pre-professional ballet and contemporary dancers. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 29(3): 209 – 216. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/JSM.0000000000000513 Kenny, S. J., Palacios-Derflingher, L., Owoeye, O., Whittaker, J. L., & Emery, C. A. (2018). Between-day reliability of pre-participation screening components in pre-professional ballet and contemporary dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science, 22(1): 54 – 62. DOI: https://doi.org/10.12678/1089-313X.22.1.54 Kenny, S. J., Palacios-Derflingher, L., Whittaker, J. L., & Emery, C. A. (2018). The influence of injury definition on interpretations of injury risk in pre-professional ballet and contemporary dancers. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 48(3): 185 – 193. DOI: https://doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2018.7542 Kenny, S. J., Whittaker, J. L., & Emery, C. A. (2016). Risk factors for musculoskeletal injury in pre-professional dancers: A systematic review. British Journal of Sport Medicine, (50)16: 997 – 1003. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2015-095121 Find Sarah here - University of Calgary: kennys@ucalgary.ca  Twitter: @sarahjkenny Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com Instagram: @scidancepodcast Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.
Apr 05, 202146:19
9: Student welfare support with Steph De'Ath
Mar 29, 202143:30
8: Nurturing the healthy dancer using a multidisciplinary approach with Jatin Ambegaonkar

8: Nurturing the healthy dancer using a multidisciplinary approach with Jatin Ambegaonkar

Jatin Ambegaonkar talks about improving health and wellness in dance, and the multiple external contributing factors to the wellbeing of dancers. We chat more generally about the approaches to research and the balance between clinical/lab work in dance science, and the importance of working within dancers' own settings and the dance population's unique needs. A discussion informed predominantly by supplemental training, we talk about the benefits of this for dancers in both injury risk reduction and performance enhancement. Importantly, Jatin looks at how teachers have the ability to create proactive environments in the studio that encourage healthy dancers, facilitating health literacy.


Resources -

Kozai, A., & Ambegaonkar, J. P. (2020). Health Literacy for Collegiate Dancers: Provision and Perceptions of Health-Related Education in University Dance Programs. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, 24(3), 118–125. https://doi.org/10.12678/1089-313X.24.3.118

Ambegaonkar, J. P., & Brown, A. F. (2021). Nutrition Periodization in Dancers. Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America, 32(1), 65–73. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2020.09.001

Ambegaonkar, J. P., Chong, L., & Joshi, P. (2021). Supplemental Training in Dance: A Systematic Review. Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America, 32(1), 117–135. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2020.09.006


Find Jatin here -

Email: Jambegao@gmu.edu

Twitter: jatinambe


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Mar 22, 202150:25
7: Somatic approaches with Edel Quin

7: Somatic approaches with Edel Quin

Edel Quin discusses the intersection of somatic practices and dance science. We discuss what somatics is, the principles it is based in, and where it fits within/alongside theoretical frameworks and motor learning. Edel suggests what a somatic approach might be able to give us in dance training, discussing the potential benefits and the importance of experience. We also look at the possible challenges of somatic approaches to training. Finally, Edel shares her thoughts on 'Safe Dance Practice'.


Resources -

Batson, G. (2009). Somatic studies and dance. IADMS Resource Paper. Available at: https://iadms.org/media/3599/iadms-resource-paper-somatic-studies-and-dance.pdf

Wilmerding, MV & Krasnow, D (2009). Motor Learning and Teaching Dance. IADMS Resource Paper. Available at:https://iadms.org/media/3588/iadms-resource-papers-motor-learning-and-teaching-in-dance.pdf

Batson, G. (2010). Improving postural control in the battement tendu: One teacher’s reflections and somatic exercises. Journal of Dance Education. 10(1): 6–13.

Batson, G. & Schwartz, R.E. (2007). Revisiting the Value of Somatic Education in Dance Training Through an Inquiry into Practice Schedules. Journal of Dance Education. 7(2): 47-56.

Batson, G., Quin, E., & Wilson, M. (2012). Integrating somatics and science. Journal of Dance & Somatic Practices3(1-2): 183-193.

Brodie, J. & Lobel, E. (2004). Integrating fundamental principles underlying somatic practices into the dance technique class. Journal of Dance Education. 4(3): 80–87.

Eddy M (2009). A brief history of somatic practices and dance: historical development of the field of somatic education and its relationship to dance. Journal of Dance and Somatic Practices. 1(1): 5-27

Geber, P. & Wilson, M. (2010). Teaching at the interface of dance science and somatics. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science. 14(2): 50–57.

Weber, R. (2009). Integrating semi-structured somatic practices and contemporary dance technique training. Journal of Dance and Somatic Practices. 1(2): 237–254. DOI: 10.1386/jdsp.1.2.237_1

Brodie, J. & Lobel, E. (2012). Dance and Somatics: Mind-Body principles of teaching and performance.

Krasnow, D. & Wilmerding, M.V. (2015). Motor Learning and Control for Dance. Human Kinetics.

Quin,E., Rafferty, S & Tomlinson, C (2015). Safe Dance Practice. An Applied Dance Science Perspective. Human Kinetics.


MA Dance, Somatics and Dance Science: https://www.chi.ac.uk/department-dance/our-courses/ma-dance-somatics-and-dance-science


Find Edel here -

Email: e.quin@chi.ac.uk

Instagram: @uocdancescience

Twitter: @edelquin12 @uocdancescience

Facebook: @universityofchichesterdance

Safe in Dance International (SiDI): www.safeindance.com

Chichester University: https://www.chi.ac.uk/


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Mar 15, 202157:17
6: Measuring training load with Valeriya Volkova

6: Measuring training load with Valeriya Volkova

Valeriya Volkova discusses training loads. Building on S1 E4, Valeriya looks further into how we can measure training load, current sports science research in this field, and some of the challenges in translating sport protocols in the way that they measure and quantify training load into dance. We chat about Valeriya's own research, developing and validating protocol, as well as the relevance of buy-in from teachers, students, and parents. Drawing from her research which focuses on adolescent dancers, Valeriya offers potential future applications in this area for studios.


Resources -

Volkova, V. G., Black, A. M., & Kenny, S. J. (2020). Internal Training Load Measures in Elite Adolescent Ballet Dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science24(4), 175-182.

Jeffries, A. C., Wallace, L., Coutts, A. J., Cohen, A. M., McCall, A., & Impellizzeri, F. M. (2020). Injury, Illness, and Training Load in a Professional Contemporary Dance Company: A Prospective Study. Journal of Athletic Training55(9), 967-976.

Gabbett, T. J. (2016). The training—injury prevention paradox: should athletes be training smarter and harder?. British journal of sports medicine50(5), 273-280.

Impellizzeri, F. M., Tenan, M. S., Kempton, T., Novak, A., & Coutts, A. J. (2020). Acute: chronic workload ratio: conceptual issues and fundamental pitfalls. International journal of sports physiology and performance15(6), 907-913.

https://iadms.org


Find Valeriya here -

Email: Valeriya.volkova@ucalgary.ca

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriyavolkova/

Research Lab: https://ucalgary.ca/sport-injury-prevention-research-centre/people/valeriya-volkova


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Mar 08, 202132:07
5: An applied perspective on injury management with Amanda Huke-Smith
Mar 01, 202137:40
4: Psychological recovery and mindfulness with Dr Peta Blevins
Feb 22, 202147:46
3: Physiological considerations for performance with Sarah Needham-Beck
Feb 15, 202135:43
2: Conversations between research and practice in dance science with Emma Redding
Feb 08, 202153:57
1: Growth and maturation with Niall MacSweeney

1: Growth and maturation with Niall MacSweeney

Niall MacSweeney discusses how growth and maturation affects performance, and the impact of adolescent maturation on injury risk in elite pre-professional ballet. We talk about the student-focused approach to this at the Royal Ballet School, including profiling, the use of biological age, training adaptations and student/teacher education. Niall reflects on some of the challenges in tracking growth and maturation, the highlights and key findings in the research so far, as well as areas for possible development with future research. We also look at potential practical applications in translation of this work to other dance settings.


Resources -

Myers AM, Beam NW, Fakhoury JD. Resistance training for children and adolescents. Transl Pediatr 2017;6(3):137-143. doi: 10.21037/tp.2017.04.01

Lauersen JB, Andersen TE, Andersen LB. Strength training as superior, dose-dependent and safe prevention of acute and overuse sports injuries: a systematic review, qualitative analysis and meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2018; 52:1557-1563.

Faigenbaum, Avery & Kraemer, William & Blimkie, Cameron & Jeffreys, Ian & Micheli, Lyle & Nitka, Mike & Rowland, Thomas. (2009). Youth Resistance Training: Updated Position Statement Paper From the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Journal of strength and conditioning research / National Strength & Conditioning Association. 23. S60-79. 10.1519/JSC.0b013e31819df407. 

Hill, Megan & Scott, Sam & McGee, Darragh & Cumming, Sean. (2020). Are relative age and biological ages associated with coaches’ evaluations of match performance in male academy soccer players?. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching. 174795412096688. 10.1177/1747954120966886. 

Poggini L, Losasso S, Iannone S. Injuries during the dancer’s growth spurt: etiology, prevention, and treatment. J Dance Med Sci. 1999;3(2);73-9

Dr Siobhan Mitchell https://medicine.exeter.ac.uk/people/profile/index.php?web_id=Siobhan_Mitchell

Dr Sean Cumming https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/persons/sean-cumming

Dr Joe Eisenmann https://twitter.com/Joe_Eisenmann

Matt Lamarque https://twitter.com/mlamarquesc

Adam Mattiussi https://twitter.com/AdamMattiussi

Joeseph Shaw https://twitter.com/JosephShaw_


Find Niall here -

Email: niall.macsweeney@royalballetschool.org.uk

Twitter: @NiallMacSweeney

Instagram: @energia_performance


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Feb 01, 202153:45
SciDance Season 2 with Jazzy Cook

SciDance Season 2 with Jazzy Cook

Welcome back to SciDance Podcast. SciDance is an evidence based, research informed podcast looking at all things dance science. Experts in the field share their knowledge and thoughts as we chat about the research, important takeaways for dancers and teachers, and how we can apply dance science in the studio.


Season 2 Episode 1 coming Monday, 1st February 2021 at 6am GMT.


Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography. Intro sound by William Cook.

Jan 25, 202101:13
28: Season One Wrap with Katy Chambers

28: Season One Wrap with Katy Chambers

Reflections on Season 1 of SciDance Podcast, looking at informative, interesting, insightful moments taken from each episode so far. Katy Chambers, dance science lecturer and physiotherapist, also joins for a chat where we look at dance science more generally. 


Find Katy here -

Twitter: @katywith_a_Y

Instagram: @pp_dynamic

Email: performanceprodynamic@outlook.com


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.

Dec 14, 202038:04
27: Myths about nutrition with Meghan Brown
Dec 07, 202047:05
26: Pointework with Lisa Howell

26: Pointework with Lisa Howell

Lisa Howell discusses readiness for pointe, and training pointe work, in today's episode of SciDance. We look at what influences when dancers begin pointe work, the ideal pre pointe dancer, indicators of readiness for pointe, as well as risks associated with starting pointe too early. This episode also covers psychological maturity as a factor in beginning pointe work, pre pointe assessments, integrating pointe work into a dance school timetable, and the influence of social media on pointe in young dancers.


CODE: SciDance for 20% off all pointe products (excluding workshops).


Resources -

https://www.theballetblog.com/portfolio/preparing-students-for-pointe-work/

https://iadms.org/media/2842/iadms-resource-paper-guidelines-for-initiating-pointe-training.pdf


Find Lisa here -

Website: www.theballetblog.com

Facebook: The Ballet Blog - https://www.facebook.com/TheBalletBlog/

Instagram: @theballetblogofficial

Youtube: Lisa Howell - The Ballet Blog https://www.youtube.com/user/lisahowell2


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.

Nov 30, 202037:42
25: Psychological skills training with Erin Sanchez

25: Psychological skills training with Erin Sanchez

Erin Sanchez talks about psychological skills training in young dancers. An introduction to her PhD, Erin discusses her main areas of focus and the significance of the different perspectives she is looking at. Erin shares more about how dancers differ from other athletes and how the support they receive may also differ, as well as anecdotally the differences in psychological support between those dancing recreationally and those in vocational training. This episode also looks at the role of the teacher and the student in being aware of, and providing, available support. Finally, we look further into how psychological skills training may play a role in success in the performing arts, but also the importance of this for the wellbeing of dancers as human beings. 


Resources -

Sanchez, E., Collins, D., MacNamara, A. (2020) Performance Psychology for Dancers, Crowood Press, UK.

Sanchez, E., Karageanes, S., and McGuire Gaines, K. (2020) “Safeguarding in the context of dance education: a panel discussion.” International Association of Dance Medicine and Science iConference.https://www.dropbox.com/s/f04sakyvikpadni/IADMS%20iConference%202020.mp4?dl=0

Waters, S., Peck. S., and Sanchez, E. (2020) “Safeguarding the mental health of the artist in the creative process: calming emotional arousal. ” International Association of Dance Medicine and Science iConference. https://www.onedanceuk.org/resource/stuart-waters-iadms-2020/


Find Erin here -

Twitter: @eirinn_sanchez

Email: erin.sanchez@onedanceuk.org


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.

Nov 23, 202044:49
24: 11+ dance and injury prevention with Nico Kolokythas

24: 11+ dance and injury prevention with Nico Kolokythas

Nico Kolokythas talks about his work at Elmhurst Ballet School, researching injury prevention and developing the "11+ dance". Nico discusses physical development in vocational training, the prevalence of injuries, and how existing injury prevention research may be applied to a dance domain. We chat through Nico's time and discoveries at Elmhurst, the development of the 11+ dance, and how this can be adapted for other settings.


Resources - 

https://wlv.openrepository.com/handle/2436/623721

https://www.iadms.org/blogpost/1177934/350380/Interview-with-2019-Dance-Educator-Awardee--Nico-Kolokythas


Find Nico here -

Twitter: @nkolokythas

Instagram: @strengthmotionmind

Website: www.strengthmotionmind.com

Email: info@strengthmotionmind.com


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.


Nov 16, 202051:30
23: Performance anxiety with Lucie Clements
Nov 09, 202037:60
22: Researching in dance science with Liliana Araujo

22: Researching in dance science with Liliana Araujo

Dr Liliana Araujo discusses researching in dance science. We cover traditional and non traditional ways of researching, and the implications of each of these for findings and relevance, as well as discussing the challenges more generally for researching in the dance science field. We also look at balancing tradition and innovation, trusting past research, and the importance of treating the dance population as their own. 


Resources -

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/13598139.2016.1264293

https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/9781315306551/chapters/10.4324/9781315306551-5


Find Liliana here -

Twitter: @DrLilianaAraujo

Email: L.Araujo@trinitylaban.ac.uk


Contact: jasminefmcook@icloud.com

Instagram: @scidancepodcast

Cover art by Jill North. Original image by Young Images Photography.


Nov 02, 202031:25