Irish step dance is a performance art born in Ireland from traditional Irish dance. The style is characterized by an upright and rigid posture, arms held tightly held at the side of the body or on the hips, and little facial expression.
Dance Style Spotlight: Irish Step Dance
March 29, 2012 8:30 pm
Irish step dance is a performance art born in Ireland from traditional Irish dance. The style is characterized by an upright and rigid posture, arms held tightly held at the side of the body or on the hips, and little facial expression.
Diet for Dancing! Organic Easy Salmon Salad
March 28, 2012 7:54 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Easy Salmon SaladRecommended because: This easy-to-make, delicious, and high-protein meal offers you heart-healthy omega-3 fat. For optimal balance, spread the salad on a whole-wheat pita, some multi-grain crackers, or a brown rice cake.
Hot Dance Spots: Seattle, WA
March 26, 2012 12:42 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in Seattle, WA.
Dance Tip of the Week #12: The Best Music to Dance To...
March 23, 2012 12:31 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Sergey tells you why, when it comes to music, you can dance to ANYTHING... well, almost.Diet for Dancing! Organic BBQ Chicken Plate
March 22, 2012 8:14 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic BBQ Chicken PlateRecommended because: This delicious and balanced post-dance-workout meal gives you everything: carbs, protein, fiber and lots of veggies! The apple cider vinegar is also great for fat loss, helping to increase metabolism and reduce appetite.
Get Fit for Dancing…with Zumba
March 20, 2012 7:15 pm
Zumba is a craze that is sweeping the nation. Many health clubs, community recreation departments, and even senior citizen communities offer Zumba. While Zumba classes differ from club to club and from instructor to instructor, all Zumba classes use Latin-inspired music, have a dance party atmosphere, and are filled to near-capacity because of Zumba's popularity. Hot Dance Spots: St. Louis, MO
March 19, 2012 8:49 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in St. Louis, MO.
Diet for Dancing! Organic Strawberry Flax Smoothie
March 14, 2012 8:35 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Strawberry Flax SmoothieRecommended because: A satisfying source of morning fuel from fruit, yogurt and high-fiber ground flaxseeds, this smoothie is easy to make the night before, and enjoy after an early work out.
Get Fit for Dancing…with Yoga
March 13, 2012 2:13 pm
Yoga (yóga) is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originated in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility. Hot Dance Spots: Denver, CO
March 12, 2012 4:04 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in Denver, CO.
Dance Tip of the Week #10: The Right Dance Shoes
March 12, 2012 3:45 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Sergey tells you what shoes you can wear to dance, plus the #1 rule for picking dance shoes. Dance Style Spotlight: Belly Dancing
March 9, 2012 6:31 pm
Belly dance is traditional Middle Eastern dance, sometimes actually called Middle Eastern dance or Arabic dance. The belly dance style is also quite popular in India.Diet for Dancing! Organic Apple Broccoli Waldorf Salad
March 7, 2012 1:49 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Apple Broccoli Waldorf SaladRecommended because: This salad provides well-balanced fuel: as a great source of vitamin C and Vitamin A; a good source of protein; and high in anti-oxidants, calcium (for stronger bones), fiber, and essential fatty acids.
Get Fit for Dancing…by Running
March 6, 2012 2:26 pm
Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Running.
There are many health benefits associated with running. Many doctors recommend running to reduce chances of a stroke, heart disease and hypertension.
Hot Dance Spots: Salt Lake City, UT
March 5, 2012 2:39 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Dance Tip of the Week #9: 3 Easy Eating Tips for Your Dance Diet
March 2, 2012 2:32 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Organic Liaison Health Director, registered dietitian Deborah Klein, MS, RD, joins Sergey to gives you 3 easy eating tips for optimizing your daily calorie burn!Dance Style Spotlight: Contemporary
March 1, 2012 12:26 pm
These contemporary dancers all believed that dancers should have freedom of movement and allow their bodies to freely express their innermost feelings. Under these principles, contemporary dance was born. Diet for Dancing! Organic BLT Wrap
February 29, 2012 2:02 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic BLT WrapRecommended because: The combination of beans and grains offer a complete, vegetarian protein source for keeping your heart healthy.
Get Fit for Dancing…with Weight Lifting
February 28, 2012 12:00 pm
Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Weight Lifting.
When beginning weight training, try one or two repetitions with a low weight—to get the feel of the procedure—then try up to 10 exercises consecutively (one set).
Hot Dance Spots: Portland, OR
February 27, 2012 2:19 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in Portland, Oregon.
Kelly Preston Joins Kirstie for Day 50 of 100 Days of Dance
February 24, 2012 6:00 pm
100 Days of Dance has passed Day 50!
Kelly Preston, looking slim and sexy in her size-4 post baby body (at 49 years old!) joins Kirstie and a jet-setting crew for a dance tribute to Frank Sinatra’s Come Fly with Me.
Diet for Dancing! Organic Quinoa Pilaf
February 22, 2012 12:43 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Quinoa PilafRecommended because: Quinoa is a carbohydrate source that’s also a good source of fiber. If you don’t already eat quinoa, it will give your body a new vitamin-mineral mixture. Eating a healthy variety of foods is key to keep your body well nourished—for optimal dancing energy!
Get Fit for Dancing…with Pilates
February 21, 2012 7:04 pm
Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Pilates.
Developed from the rehabilitation techniques of Joseph Pilates, the Pilates method is a unique system of specific, linked exercises, coupled with focused breathing patterns, often described as a cross between yoga, stretching and calisthenics.
Dance Moves Contest Winner: Andrea
February 20, 2012 6:48 pm
Congrats to our first Dance Moves Contest Winner: Andrea! Remember, this is a weekly contest where I’ll be picking a winner each week to receive a cool prize. Learn more about the Dance Moves Contest, and how you can enter.Hot Dance Spots: New Orleans, LA
February 20, 2012 2:19 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dance Tip of the Week #7: Men, Take the Lead!
February 17, 2012 12:23 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Sergey teaches you who should take The Lead. Remember, it’s 2012, and it’s cool to dance!Dance Style Spotlight: Country
February 16, 2012 6:59 pm
The term "Country Dance" was first coined by John Playford in 1651. Country dancing is a form of folk dance, a traditional dance of the people. Country Dancing is a dance for participation rather than demonstration. In country dancing, not only do you dance with your partner, but the couples on the floor also dance with each other.Diet for Dancing! Organic Chicken Lettuce Wrap
February 15, 2012 2:26 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Chicken Lettuce WrapRecommended because: It’s a quick, easy-to-make, balanced, post-exercise meal that provides you with carbs, protein, and fiber.
Get Fit for Dancing…with Karate
February 14, 2012 2:11 pm
Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Karate.
Karate offers both physical and mental benefits including: Improved reflexes and coordination; increased performance in all physical activities; improved concentration for better work and study habits; stress reduction and the ability to relax.
Announcing: NEW Weekly Dance Moves Contest
February 13, 2012 5:37 pm
It’s Sergey your Dance Director, here with some exciting news for 100 Days of Dance participants. Starting today, Monday, February 13th, 2012, we will kick off our weekly Dance Moves Contest. Each week, I will send you a Dance Moves video in which I demonstrate two 8-counts of choreography.Hot Dance Spots: Phoenix, AZ
February 13, 2012 1:54 pm
Every week, Dance Director Sergey shares his favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: great places to dance in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dance Tip of the Week #7: Men, Take the Lead!
February 10, 2012 11:30 am
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Sergey teaches you floorcrafting. Learn how to move, lead your partner, and avoid surprise "obstacles" on the dance floor.Dance Style Spotlight: Hip-Hop
February 9, 2012 3:10 pm
Hip Hop Dance is any form of dancing that is done to hip-hop music, or that has been formed out of the hip hop movement. It includes (but is not limited to) a range of styles, such as breaking, locking, and popping (which were created in the 1970s). Diet for Dancing! Organic Breakfast Tortilla
February 8, 2012 6:58 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Breakfast TortillaRecommended because: Egg whites are a perfect protein source! They have the highest protein efficiency ratio to keep your muscles strong. Also, the spice kick in this breakfast burrito helps wake you up, strengthen your immune system, and boost your metabolism (helping you burn even more calories).
Get Fit for Dancing…by Hiking
February 7, 2012 6:22 pm
Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Hiking.
Hiking exercises almost every part of your body: legs, knees, ankles, arms, hips and butt, abs, shoulders and neck.
Hot Dance Spots: Las Vegas, NV
February 6, 2012 7:55 pm
Every week, I’ll share with you some of my favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: Las Vegas. You can give these places a go, or use them for ideas to explore a new dance spot of your own.
Dance Tip of the Week #5: Don't Look Down!
February 3, 2012 7:04 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: Sergey's easy-to-remember tip for basic dancing etiquette, especially if you're out in public!Dance Style Spotlight: House
February 2, 2012 6:56 pm
House is a social dance style primarily performed to house music that has roots in the clubs of Chicago and of New York. House dance is often improvisational and emphasizes fast, complex foot-oriented steps, combined with fluid torso movements as well as floor work.Diet for Dancing! Kirstie Alley's Famous Organic Turkey Chili
February 1, 2012 5:55 pm
This week's featured recipe: Kirstie Alley's Famous Organic Turkey ChiliRecommended because: Spices help boost metabolism and immunity.
Kirstie’s own Organic Turkey Chili, as seen on Oprah and the Rachael Ray show, is a healthy, low-calorie dish that is famously hard to resist and easy to make. Whether you are cooking to eat for a week, or for a special feast with friends and family, don’t miss out on this wholly satisfying and savory addition to any dinner table.
Get Fit for Dancing…by Swimming
January 31, 2012 6:13 pm
As you get more and more into your dance adventure, there are many things you can do to enhance your fitness level—so that you can dance better and for longer. Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Swimming.
Hot Dance Spots: San Francisco, CA
January 30, 2012 7:20 pm
Every week, I’ll share with you some of my favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: San Francisco. You can give these places a go, or use them for ideas to explore a new dance spot of your own.
Dance Tip of the Week #4: If You Can't Dance, Fake It!
January 27, 2012 8:52 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: More on how to fake it when you don't know how to dance...with girls. Sergey teaches you basic leading man moves that will impress your partner.Dance Style Spotlight: Modern Jazz
January 26, 2012 7:06 pm
Jazz is a major dance form with fancy footwork and quick turns defined by grace and balance. Jazz showcases individual style—originality that only jazz dancers themselves can interpret and execute. Performers are encouraged to put their own spin and personality on each move. Diet for Dancing! Organic Banana-Orange Muffin
January 25, 2012 6:28 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Banana-Orange MuffinRecommended because: It's an easy on-the-go snack that provides potassium for electrolyte balance and calcium for keeping your bones strong.
Get Fit for Dancing…Jump Rope
January 24, 2012 4:18 pm
As you get more and more into your dance adventure, there are many things you can do to enhance your fitness level—so that you can dance better and for longer. Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Jumping Rope.
Hot Dance Spots: Boston, MA
January 23, 2012 7:05 pm
Every week, I’ll share with you some of my favorite dance spots in major cities across the US. This week: Boston. You can give these places a go, or use them for ideas to explore a new dance spot of your own.
Dance Tip of the Week #3: What To Do When You Just Can't Dance
January 20, 2012 5:21 pm
Every week, enjoy a new video dance tip from your Dance Director, Sergey Onik. This week: What do you do when you just don't know how to dance?Dance Style Spotlight: Ballroom
January 19, 2012 3:19 pm
Ballroom dancing, as we know it today, was primarily cultivated in England. Even though some of the dances come from South America, they were modernized and transformed into teachable styles in England.Ballroom dances are now split between two categories: Standard Ballroom and Latin Ballroom. The Standard Dances are the Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, and the Quickstep. The Latin Dances are the Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and the Jive.
Diet for Dancing! Organic Antipasto Bean Salad
January 18, 2012 7:42 pm
This week's featured recipe: Organic Antipasto Bean SaladRecommended because: It provides iron, which is great for oxygenating your cells and improving immunity. (Well-oxygenated cells are not as likely to get sick!)
Get Fit for Dancing…Do Push-Ups
January 17, 2012 7:24 pm
As you get more and more into your dance adventure, there are many things you can do to enhance your fitness level—so that you can dance better and for longer. Every week, we will suggest a workout for you try, so that you can further strengthen and tone your body—and mix up your routine.This week’s recommended exercise: Push-Ups.
