Protein!

Recovery

100

Protein helps repair what part of the body after rehearsal?

Muscles

200

This helps with energy, focus, and recovery by repairing muscle tissue after movement.

Protein

300

When dancers do not consume enough protein, performance can be affected by what 2 things?

Slower recovery and muscle fatigue

Timing

100

When is protein especially important for dancers?

After rehersal

200

Protein should only be eaten after rehearsal. Myth or fact? (If myth explains when it should be eaten)

Myth. It should be spaced throughout the day.

300

Why is spacing protein throughout the day helpful for dancers?

It supports steady energy and muscle recovery.

Performance

100

Protein supports dancers by helping improve what: balance, coordination, or both?

both

200

This supports dancers during rehearsals and recovery by helping muscles repair after movement.

eating protein

300

Finish the sentence:

"When dancers fuel with protein, their muscles___."

Recover and are ready for the next rehearsal.

Food Source

100

Name one animal-based protein source.

Examples: Chicken, eggs, Greek yogurt, turkey, salmon...

200

Name 2 plant-based protein sources.

examples: tofu, lentils, chickpeas, beans, nuts...

300

True or False: Only animal foods contain protein that helps dancers recover. (If false, explain why)

False. Plant proteins support recovery too.

Myth or Fact

100

Protein is only for bodybuilders. (If myth, explain)

Myth. Dancers need it for recovery and performance.

200

Protein helps prevent injury by supporting muscle repair. (If myth, explain)

Fact

300

Fueling with protein helps dancers recover, stay strong, and perform their best. (If myth, explain)

Fact