About Eat Right Dance Right by Marie Scioscia:
“Great dancers are not great because of their technique. They are great because of their passion.” – Martha Graham, the mother of Modern Dance. Whether you have committed yourself to the art of dancing, or you are the parent of a dancer in training, you know how important it is to keep your body and mind in optimum condition. In Eat Right, Dance Right , Luigi-trained professional dancer, registered dietitian and certified fitness professional Marie Scioscia, MS, RD offers you the same valuable training advice that she has provided to elite dancers at the NYC Ballet Wellness Group and the renowned Alvin Ailey School for Dancers. Eat Right, Dance Right is great for all dancers and athletes alike. In this handbook you will learn all you need to know about how to fuel yourself for energy, health, injury prevention and the creation of healthy habits, not restrictions. Develop a good relationship to food for the best career of your life.
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Author Bio:
Proper nutrition enriches, fulfills, and completes all other health systems…medical, chiropractic, fitness, acupuncture, and massage…It is the foundation upon which all health is established. Marie’s approach is based in science and translated into real life for a unique program that is doable for you!
Marie Elena Scioscia, M.S., R.D., CDN. is a Luigi trained former dancer, registered dietitian, and certified fitness professional who seeks to inspire the young dancer who wishes to have a healthy and long dance career though proper nutrition and diet. Her extensive experience includes work in the clinical, non clinical, and corporate settings including The Heart Group at Beth Israel Hospital, Manhattan Plaza Health Club, the American Red Cross, and Group Health Incorporated among other venues.
Marie is currently the nutritionist at the Alvin Ailey School, has worked with the New York City Ballet’s wellness group, and also has contributed and written for Dance Spirit and Pointe magazines. In addition to lecturing for Complexions Contemporary Ballet, the Martha Graham School and other organizations, Marie has a private practice as a dietitian for dancers and non-dancers in both New York and New Jersey.