The Feis Fit Podcast

If you follow Irish Dance meme accounts, you've most likely come across wmh_X_0, Oona! Oona is a lover of Irish dance jokes, stories, and Samoyeds. Today Oona is sharing how her relationship with dance changed over time and some of the struggles she faced while competing.  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Imagine having dance trainers, a psychologist, a dietician, and a physical therapist all in a room to discuss improvements we can make in the dance industry. 💭 That's exactly what we did! ✅  In this episode, we get into some of our own personal challenges we faced as dancers as well as how we'd take what we've learned in our professions to improve the world of competitive dancing....

Today's episode is all about the importance of asking for what you want in your dancing (and in your life). As a competitive Irish dancer, it's crucial to remember that you have the power to advocate for yourself and pursue your goals with confidence, rather than sitting on the sidelines hoping to somehow get what you need. Asking for feedback, support, and help when needed not only allo...

Get ready to step up your Irish dancing game with this exciting podcast episode! We're diving into the world of goal setting and how it can make all the difference in your dancing journey. We'll explore the crucial difference between competition goals and improvement goals, and why the latter is the key to becoming the best dancer you can be.  Don't miss out on our expert tips for s...

Today we're speaking with special guest and Feis Fit Athlete Kathleen! Kathleen is a full-time teacher, competitive dancer, and mother to a toddler. In this episode, she shares her tips for fitting everything into her schedule, including how she prioritizes and manages her time. While she leads a busy lifestyle, Kathleen has found a way to maintain balance in her life without sacrificing her...

You may have heard people say that's it's good to "learn from competitions" but how do you actually do that?! Today we're talking about the DOs and DON'Ts on feis day. If you feel like you're riding an emotional roller coaster when feis-ing, want to use every feis to maximize your improvement, or simply want more info on how to have a solid feis day...listen to t...

Ever watch a dancer at a major and feel completely moved by the sound of their set dance but aren't sure why?! Or do you receive timing comments in your treble jig at feis and aren't sure how to actually improve it?! This episode if for you! Championship Irish Dancer, popular Irish Dance musician, and founder of The Feis App, Sean O'Brien is diving into the basics of rhythm and timi...

Do you have dreams of touring the world in Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, Rockin Road To Dublin, or another Irish Dance show?! In this episode of the Feis Fit Podcast, world champions and professional dancers, Ciara Sexton and Scott Doherty break down what it takes to get into top Irish Dance shows! If you’re a dancer with a dream of becoming a professional Irish Dancer, make sure to check this ep...

Personally, the whole “new year, new me” movement totally stresses me out and I often find it does more harm than good.  Although starting the 2023 with big new goals may be helpful for some people, I want to share what I’ve found more helpful for myself and some of the dancers (and non-dancers) I’ve worked with!  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Competitive Irish Dance can be a WILD ride! Here are some of the things I would tell my younger self when it comes to competition!  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

The other night I came home from a day full of clients and meetings and then I was up late answering emails and client messages…and when I finally finished for the day I said to my boyfriend, “I don’t feel like I’m doing enough.” Which in retrospect this is kind of ridiculous…I crushed my to do, but also added to my to-do list as I went so in reality I was setting myself up for failure. There was...

We often talk about the physical side of injuries, but we don't talk quite as much about the mental challenges of getting injured and going through the recovery process. In this episode, sports and performance psychologist Bill Reid breaks down some of the dancers' biggest fears around injuries and how to start working through them. Bill is co-founder of Persistence Psych, which offers p...

We are in full-blown Oireachtas season and this time of year there are dancers who are super excited, celebrating their success…and others who are extremely frustrated because they worked their butt off, put in so much time and energy, and still didn’t get the placement they wanted. It’s easy to talk about success and how great it feels to work hard and then see results pay off. If you watch my IG...

Getting the same comment all of the time even when you feel like you ARE doing it correctly? Watch your dance videos and realize you are dancing way differently than you thought?! This episode is for you! IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

The Oireachtas is almost here! Here are 4 things that will help you gain a competitive advantage at the Oireachtas...that most dancers miss! IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

You practice, train, and do everything you can to prepare for competition day. Competition day finally comes, and you start to FREAK OUT! Did you do enough? Should you have practiced even more? Will you suddenly forget your steps on stage? If this sounds like you or you just want to maximize your performance on competition day, this episode is for you!  Scott Doherty is a U.S.-based Irish Dance Wo...

Award winning dance coach and sports psychologist Dr. Chelsea is in the house giving you the down low on how to level up your confidence walking into competition day! This episode is great for dancers, parents, and dance teachers! Make sure to follow Dr. Chelsea's programs on her IG @dr.chelsea.pierotti and head here to check out her course for teachers on helping dancers build confidence: ht...

Today I’m bringing on one of my favorite physical therapists, Dr. Nina, on the show to break down one of the most common Irish Dance injuries….Achilles Tendonitis! Dr. Nina Geromel is a physical therapist and athletic trainer who specializes in working with dancers! You can find her on IG @thepointedoc ! 💚 IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Today we are diving into all things flexibility with Kendal from @trainwithkendall ! Kendall is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and a BASI Certified Pilates Instructor with a dance specialization. She is also a Certified Health Coach through Dr. Sears' Wellness Institute. Kendall works with dancers all over the United States on strength, conditioning, and flexibility to enhance performance...

Today we're getting to the top 3 mistakes dancers make when it comes to stamina training and what to do instead!  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

You’ve probably heard that it’s important to “be a good sport,” but what does that actually look like? What does good sportsmanship look like in the studio and on competition day? Part of a successful dance journey is developing these key character traits that will help you grow in every area of your life, far beyond the studio. Today, we’re breaking down 5 key character traits of good sportsmansh...

Today on the podcast, registered dietician and creator of Centre Stage Nutrition is answering all of your most asked dance nutrition questions. What does healthy eating for a dancer look like? What are the best foods to eat before practice and on competition day?  Is it okay to eat late at night? Eat carbs? You can learn it all right here. You can also find Jenny and learn more about her programs...

Today we’re talking about stage presence. There are lots of people in your competition. The judges have a LONG day of watching the dancing. In the midwest, we have competitions of over 100 people. That’s a crap ton of hornpipes. I’m someone who could literally watch dancing all day and still be obsessed, and I start getting antsy at the end of a hardshoe or set round One of the best things you can...

I know this time of year, a lot of dancers start to freak out because the Oireachtas is so close. Today I'm covering some last-minute tips to get the most out of your last couple of weeks of training as well as common mistakes you don't want to make.  In this episode, I mention my "Stronger Than Ever Challenge" waitlist. You can find that here: www.areyoufeisfitcom.  IG: @areyo...

I often see quotes on social media about how we should stop comparing ourselves. And although it’s a nice thought but can be hard to do. Irish Dance is obviously a competitive sport. How the heck are you supposed to be in a competitive sport without comparing yourself to some extent?  That's exactly what we’re going to talk about in this episode! IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit....