The desire of every person is to put the best foot forward on the day of competition. However, some dancers are not sure of exactly what they should do to make sure that their bodies are strong enough on the day of competition. The fact remains you cannot afford to eat every sweet food that comes your way. Proper feeding is good for your health and also will ensure you feel good while on stage which is an important aspect when participating in
dance competitions.
Just like you plan for your practice and rehearsals, it is also important to have a feeding plan. You should not put your plan in in your head as you are likely to forget. Come up with a timetable on how you will feed and tick every time you follow the plan. This will ensure that you do not do things contrary to the plan.
It is also important to get prepared. Ensure that the food you include in your plan is easily accessible. In case there is new type of food you would want to include in your list, avoid including it on the last day. Consider trying new meals a week before the big day. You would not want to go to the competition with stomach upsets.
Know the food that suits your body and is easy for your body to digest. You do not have to eat food that you are not sure about. When you tell your mind you have had a healthy feeding plan to enable you win the competition, you will surely win. In case you are not able to digest solid food very fast, consider settling with meals that you can easily digest.
You should also avoid eating in a hurry. Being anxious or in a hurry may make dancers feed very fast. This may lead to poor chewing of the food or you may have gas due to swallowing excessive air. You will not want to suffer from indigestion or bloating. Have enough time to eat your meals slowly and mindfully.
After proper feeding, you should also make sure that you take enough fluids. Water is very important to keep your metabolism balanced. The last thing you want is to experience constipation during the big day. However, do not make the mistake of taking too much water or drinks few minutes before the time of competition.
You should be careful when eating out as this may alter your feeding plan. It is better to pack your food every time to ensure that you feed healthy. However, in case you forget packing, choose foods that are in line with your plan. You should also avoid testing new good out of curiosity.
You should also remember that your body needs time to relax. Do not spend the whole night practicing on the eve of the competition day. Sleep early to ensure you wake up energetic enough to give your best shot on the day of competition.