Between Barre and Barbell: Understanding Resistance Training Behaviors Among Dancers
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on June 17, 2026
Abstract
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6_suppl5, June 2026.
Background:Increased levels of physical fitness in dance have been linked to improved performance and reduced injury risk. Resistance training is recommended for dancers; however, perceptions of resistance training vary in the dance community.Hypothesis:...
Background:Increased levels of physical fitness in dance have been linked to improved performance and reduced injury risk. Resistance training is recommended for dancers; however, perceptions of resistance training vary in the dance community.Hypothesis:...