TDEA 2023

I Should Completely Stop Dancing when Injured

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Warming up is the same as being warm

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Running, as a form of cross-training, reduces injury risk for Dancers

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Dancers are Physically Fit

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You can't be too flexible

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When training, no pain no gain

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Better Dancers take more Dance Classes

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Starting dance at an older age reduces injuries

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Dancers should be regularly manipulated (popped) to maintain joint health.

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Dancers typically tell their friends, first, when injured versus family or their dance instructor.

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