Should I Eat Before or After Dancing? Your Guide to Optimal Performance
                                
                                
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                                According to the Children's Hospital Colorado, dancers, like other athletes, need consistent fuel, recommending a meal 2-4 hours before practice and a snack 30-60 minutes prior. The key question for many performers is: Should I eat before or after dancing?