From Setback to Spotlight - Recovering From a Dance Injury


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Mar 06 2025 77 mins   3

Guests - Kate Pagano and Andrew Wilson

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor


In Episode 217 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we take a look at what it's like to recover from a dance injury. Guests Kate Pagano and Andrew Wilson, alongside your hosts Courtney and Lesley, share their personal experiences and advice for how to cope with an injury both mentally and physically.


Topics Include:

  • How to stay motivated while you are injured
  • What changes might occur in your relationship to dance while you are injured
  • What kind of support is needed when recovering from an injury



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