Why This Brooklyn Dance Company Is Putting on a Bike Tour

What does cycling have to do with dancing? For Purelements: An Evolution in Dance co-founder Kevin Joseph, it’s all about freedom: “That freedom of moving through space on a bike is the same freedom I feel when I’m dancing,” he says. And that sense of freedom—whether it’s in the studio or in the streets—is something […]

Is Spinning Safe for Dancers?

I developed the habit of taking seven spin classes a week during my summer break. It’s been great for my endurance, but my muscles are looking bulkier in ballet. Is spinning bad for dancers? —Ashley, Miami, FL The answer depends on your body’s composition. All of us are born with a mix of fast- and […]