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What These 9 Stars Would Be Doing If They Weren't Dancers

It can be hard to imagine life without—or just after—dance. Perhaps that's why we find it so fascinating to hear what our favorite dancers think they'd be doing if they weren't performing for a living.

We've been asking stars about the alternate career they'd like to try in our "Spotlight" Q&A series, and their answers—from the unexpected to the predictable—do not disappoint:

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In the Spotlight: Sterling Baca's Surprising (And Slightly Scary) Hobby

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In January of 2016, we put a promising American Ballet Theatre corps de ballet dancer named Sterling Baca on our cover as a "25 to Watch." Soon after, he shocked us by announcing he'd be leaving ABT to join Pennsylvania Ballet as a principal.

Since then, Baca's thrived at PAB, becoming one of their most talked about dancers and a face of Angel Corella's new vision for the company. We caught up with him for our "In the Spotlight" series, and he revealed a hobby that made our skin crawl. (No offense, Sterling!)

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Health & Body

10 Pros Show Us How to Prioritize Self Care

Living the #dancerlife is no easy feat. Between daily technique classes, late night rehearsals and numerous side gigs to get the bills paid, dancers often don't prioritize self care. It may seem like the least important item on your never-ending to-do list, but it's vital to make time for your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Ignoring basic needs can ultimately damage your technique and performance. We could all use some tips from these 10 professional dancers who know how to practice self love.

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Valentines From Your Favorite Dance Heartthrobs

Whether you're flying solo or in a relationship, these nine supremely talented—and, ahem, hunky—male dancers wanted you to know they'll be thinking of you this Valentine's Day. Gift these for Galentine's Day or just consider them a gift from us to you. (You're welcome.)

Alex Wong (and his abs) wish you a fantastic day.

Photo by Nathan Sayers

Carlos Acosta may be retired from The Royal Ballet, but he still wants to dance with you.

Photo by Kristie Kahns

Master choreographer Hofesh Shechter has offered to share his craft.

Photo by Lucas Chilczuk

Tony Yazbeck, here in costume for On the Town, took a short break from Finding Neverland to say hi.

Photo by Nathan Sayers

American Ballet Theatre corps dancer Sterling Baca is looking for a partner on the dance floor.

Photo by Nathan Sayers

Downtown dancers Rashaun Mitchell and Silas Riener know how to play it cool.

Photo by Jayme Thornton

New York City Ballet's Justin Peck thinks that you could be The Most Incredible Thing.

Photo by Jayme Thornton.

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