Hip Anatomy For Dancers | Bones Explained
Welcome to the Ballet Science Podcast, where dance meets science! In this episode, host Caroline Simpkins, a former ballerina turned researcher, breaks down the anatomy of the hip joint and explains h...
12 Okt 20258min
Ballet Science & Dance Medicine: IADMS 2025 Conference Highlights
In this episode of the Ballet Science Podcast, host Caroline Simpkins — former ballerina turned researcher — shares highlights from the 2025 International Association of Dance Medicine and Science (IA...
5 Okt 202514min
Why Ballet Dancers Can Have WEAKER Bones (Science Explained)
Why do ballet dancers, who train for hours daily, often face weaker bones and stress fractures? In this episode, we explore new research on bone turnover, estrogen metabolism, and training demands in ...
28 Sep 20259min
34% of Ballet Dancers Have Anxiety | Here's Why
Ballet is known for beauty, discipline, and control… but what’s happening behind the scenes? Today, we break down scientific research on mental health in professional ballet dancers. Discover the prev...
21 Sep 20259min
Knee Anatomy for Dancers: Menisci Explained
Discover the vital role of the menisci in knee anatomy and why they matter for dancers. In this episode of the Ballet Science Podcast, former ballerina turned researcher Caroline Simpkins explains how...
14 Sep 20259min
Knee Anatomy for Dancers | Muscles, Tendons, & Ligaments Explained
What do the muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the knee actually do, and why are they so important for dancers? In this Ballet Science Podcast episode, Caroline Simpkins breaks down how these soft tis...
7 Sep 202518min
Knee Anatomy for Dancers | Bones Explained
Discover the inner workings of the knee joint in dancers with the Ballet Science Podcast! In this episode, Caroline Simpkins breaks down the bones of the knee, the femur, tibia, and patella, as well a...
31 Aug 20259min
Foot & Ankle Anatomy for Dancers | Muscles, Tendons, & Ligaments Explained
Dive into the anatomy of the foot and ankle with Ballet Science! In this episode, we explore the key muscles, tendons, and ligaments that keep your feet strong, balanced, and injury-free. Learn about ...
24 Aug 202513min
