You already work hard in class and rehearsal — but if your goal is to get stronger, not just dance longer, then repeating the same training won’t get you there. Dancers need more than technique and repetition to build true strength, power, and control.That’s where progressive overload comes in.

Knee pain in young dancers isn’t always a sign of “injury”, but it’s almost always a sign of stress that could lead to a loss of time at dance.

When it comes to dancer conditioning, tools like therabands and Pilates balls are studio staples — and for good reason. They’re portable, accessible, and help dancers connect to alignment, control, and precision. But if you’ve ever wondered whether these tools alone are enough to build the strength, endurance, and power needed for dance, the answer is probably no.