The Feis Fit Podcast

This is hands down one of the most inspiring stories I’ve ever heard and Mikaela is a ray of positive light so you do NOT want to miss this episode! I first met Mikaela at Nationals this year and we started talking about dancing. As a dance trainer, at some point in our conversation, I asked if she’s had any injuries.  Before I know it I’m deep in this amazing emotional and inspiring story about h...

Last week, I went on IG and asked you guys what you've always wanted to ask an adjudicator...then I took all of your questions and asked Laura!  Laura Hopper co-owns and coaches at Rising Tide, and it's no surprise that she loves Irish dance and loves sharing it with others. But beyond her passion for the sport, her job as a coach and adjudicator is to stretch each student to reach their...

If you are a dancer who is in the process of coming back from an injury, this episode is for you! There is a ton of information about preventing injuries, healing from injuries, and the physical side of injures…but let’s be real, being injured as a dancer and coming back from an injury is super mentally taxing as well.  It can feel really frustrating and lonely at times. But the truth is, you’re n...

When it comes to stamina, it involves both physical and mental components.  Want to take your stamina to the next level? You don’t want to miss this episode!  Also, make sure to rate and review if you love the podcast!  ✨ IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Today we’re going to be getting into goal setting and how to effectively set goals in a subjective sport with Feis Fit Athlete, Kiera Duggan!  I brought Kiera on today to talk about this with me because she’s had a ton of experience in the competitive world of Irish dance and not only that, but she has come a long way in improving her mindset around competition in dancing. Make sure to subscribe t...

Being a dance parent can be tough! In this episode, I’m bringing on special guests, social and emotional learning experts (and parents), Marie Weller and Paula Vertikoff, to discuss how parents can best support their children in competitive sports, how to help kids stay motivated and focused, and how to deal with competition anxiety.  Marie and Paula have been featured on NPR, Fox 5 NYC, are curri...

As a dancer, you have A LOT to juggle…. dance, school, work, homework, and that doesn’t even cover your other everyday responsibilities. In this episode, I’m breaking down 4 strategies to help you improve your time management and organization so you can fit in everything that is truly important to you in your life.  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Feel like your dance group is always filled with drama? Or kind of toxic? In this episode, we're talking about how to put the end to the drama, negativity cycle in dance groups, and how to create a supportive, friendly, loving community. IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

CLRG Nationals 2021 is over and no matter how your results turned out, what's most important is what you learn from  competition day to grow as a dancer. Listen in to learn 3 important actions you can take to make the most out of competition day.  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

You can often tell a great dancer before they even point their toe on stage. Why? The way they walk on stage exudes confidence. Want to know how you can become a more confident dancer for Nationals this year?!  This episode is for you! ✨ IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

If you’re someone struggling to stay motivated right now or get yourself to stay consistent with practicing right now, you’re not alone. Especially with almost a year of lock downs, cancelled competitions, and other events...staying motivated can be tough. Buuuuuut even with the outside being a bit chaotic, you still have to the power to control your internal environment and whether you choose to...

Remember your first pair of hardshoes? How you couldn't WAIT to put them on and practice?! Everything your teachers said, you listened to.  There was no worries about not being perfect, the one girl in class who gets all the attention, that one judge not liking you, blah blah blah.... You just danced for YOU and learned everything you could. You were a true beginner.  If you want to become a...

You know when you leave a conversation with someone feeling energized, excited for life, and like your mind was opened in new ways?  That's how I felt after this conversation with Siubhan! ❤️ Siubhan is the founder of Zen Rince and  helps dancers reduce stress, increase mental clarity, and attain peak performance in Irish Dance through mindfulness techniques. ✨If you want to open your mind i...

Obstacles are everything you need to overcome and work through to get to what you want. Some obstacles are bigger than others. Like for example, covid has been really big obstacle for dancers in staying disciplined, teachers having adjust their businesses, parents having to figure out work/school schedules, and I know that just scratches the surface, but you guys get the point.  Other obstacles ar...

Today I'm filling you in on the one thing you need to do you absolutely need to do if you want to achieve your goals. If you are a dancer who knows deep down you want more for your dancing (and life), check out this episode now! 💛 IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Preparing mentally for a big competition is a bit different for every single person depending on where you are at now mentally, your past experiences. your beliefs around dance and yourself, etc. BUT there are some strategies you use use to help  prepare yourself for competition day.  So today I’m going to dive into 4 actions you can take to prepare mentally for competition day.  IG: @areyoufeisfi...

Ever find yourself picking up your phone to mindlessly scroll the gram when you know you need to drill that one hornpipe step you don't like?  Or ever find yourself grabbing a handful of pretzels or something sweet when you're working on a tough project at school or work? Even though you know you aren't hungry? Stop what you're doing and listen to this episode because we are br...

We've had a bit of a break in competition in Irish Dance world so it's a great time to step back and examine your relationship with competition. Whether you are aiming to become a world medalist or simply want to do your best next year, check out this episode NOW! IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

Want to get in dance shape but totally lost? Whether it be that you took a break from dance, are getting back into dancing as an adult, or maybe you've just always been out of shape.... do not fear ... I'm breaking down 5 steps you need to get back in dance shape!  IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: www.areyoufeisfit.com Email: feisfitonline@gmail.com

A lot of you are just getting back in the studio now so I’ve noticed a theme of messages in my inbox asking about improving stamina. So here’s we’re going to do today. I’m going to go into a little bit about the science behind stamina training and then give you 4 tips you need to improve your stamina! ✨ Link to learn more about the Inner Circle: www.areyoufeisfit.com IG: @areyoufeisfit Website: w...

Hey, my beautiful dancing friends!  No offense to 2020, but it is a weird year...everything is different. I've been hearing from a lot of you guys how these changes are starting making you feel like you're in some sort of slump.  Well you can sit in Slumpland (as I like to call it) or you can take the next bus out of there and get to a place where you feel excited for dancing, movement,...

Soooo you're stuck at home too?! 🏡 It can feel pretty difficult going from being in the studio several times a week, having a steady routine, to being at-home 24/7.  The good news is that training at home can be really effective...and I'm giving you some super practical tips you can use today to improve your at-home training habits! Like this episode?! Please make sure to leave me a rev...

Holy cow, it's crazy how fast life changes. One day we are practicing for Saint Patrick's Day and the next day parades start getting called off. One day we are feeling nervous that Worlds is coming up, the next we wonder if it's even going to be happening this year. This whole feeling of uncertainty can feel really uncomfortable. That's why on today's podcast, I want to ta...

You ever use the phrase "I'm so busy!" Yep, I feel you my friend! As dancers we have to juggle a lot of different priorities. Not only do we have the normal human stuff like going to school or work, family, friends, errands/laundry/etc...we also have a pretty demanding spart (the new name I decided on just now to use for art forms that are sports), to fit in.  And if you're any...

Oh hey friend! ❤️ You work your butt off, have power, sharpness, and liveliness in class, but somehow that doesn't come out on the competition stage... because you get so gosh darn nervous! 😬 In this episode we're talking how to overcome that feeling of competition anxiety and perform your best (while having FUN on competition day). You do NOT want to miss this one! Love,  Jeanne IG: @a...