A Wellness Blog by The Yoga Dance Co
Post-Workout Recovery Meals: Restore and Rebuild Naturally
You just crushed your aerial class or flowed your heart out in yoga—now what? You could plop on the couch with a bag of chips (we’ve all been there), or you could treat your body to what it really needs: the right foods to rebuild muscles, replenish energy, and reduce soreness.
5 Signs You’re Ready to Try Aerial Yoga (Even If You’re Scared!)
Here’s the truth: you don’t have to be fearless, flexible, or “fit” to start aerial yoga. You just have to be open to trying something new. If you’ve been curious about trying aerial yoga, here are five signs you’re ready.
Pre-Class Fuel: What to Eat Before an Aerial or Yoga Session
Whether you’re hanging from silks, balancing in tree pose, or flowing through sun salutations, what you eat before class makes a huge difference in how you feel, perform, and recover. At The Yoga Dance Co, we believe food is more than fuel—it’s part of the rhythm of your practice. In this post, we’ll break down the why, what, and when of pre-class nutrition, followed by 3 easy, nourishing recipes that support your active body and mindful spirit.
The Science of Hanging Upside Down: How Inversions Improve Mood and Focus
Discover how going upside down can boost your mood, improve focus, and reset your nervous system. From better brain function to stress relief, learn the science behind yoga and aerial inversions—plus a bonus Kids’ Corner for little movers!
5 Breathing Exercises to Reduce Overwhelm
At The Yoga Dance Co., we know that movement is medicine—but so is stillness. Taking a few intentional breaths can be one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with your body, calm your nervous system, and recenter your spirit.
Nutrition for Aerialists
Aerial arts demand a unique combination of strength, flexibility, endurance, and focus. Whether you’re practicing aerial yoga, silks, hoop, or trapeze, your body needs the right fuel to perform at its best.
Auburn Haney, Founder + Instructor + Owner