Staying Strong Through Wicked — Physical Maintenance for Performers
About this episode
This episode discusses physical maintenance strategies for performers in the musical Wicked, focusing on injury prevention and personalized care.
Welcome back to PHARTS – Performers Happiness in the Arts Podcast with your host, Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT, dance medicine specialist, performer, and your go-to friend for keeping your body performance-ready. In today’s episode, we dive into physical maintenance for the musical Wicked — a show that demands stamina, stability, breath control, and consistent body awareness from dancers, singers, actors, and yes…musicians too. You’ll learn: ✨ What makes Wicked uniquely physically demanding ✨ Real data on performer injury rates and overuse patterns ✨ Strategies to protect your body through long runs ✨ Warm-up and cooldown essentials ✨ How dancers, singers, and actors can personalize their maintenance plan If you’re looking for guided support, individualized programming, or solutions to ongoing pain or physical limitations, visit Jenna Kantor Physical Therapy (JKPT) at jennakantorpt.com. JKPT is located in Pittsburgh, PA and offers telehealth support for New York performers who want to stay healthy, pain-free, and strong. If you want FREE video resources to improve mobility, strength, or recovery, check out the YouTube playlists here: 🎥 Mobility Playlist…
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