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Products we personally use and recommend for competition days and beyond.
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PVOLVE | 1.5 lb Ankle Weights Designed for slow, controlled strength work and can be a helpful addition to conditioning exercises.
They’re best used during controlled movements like pilates, floor work, or barre-style exercises to help improve muscle memory and alignment — not for jumping or fast dance movements.
My three takeaways:
✔️ Best for slow, controlled exercises like pilates, conditioning, or barre
✔️ Helps build strength and body awareness when used properly
✔️ Lightweight design that adds gentle resistance without being bulky
Keep in mind that ankle weights aren’t for every dancer. Younger dancers or those still growing should focus on strong technique and proper form first, and always check with their teacher before adding resistance training.
The Gaiam Restore Resistance Band Stretching Strap is a great tool for dancers working on flexibility and recovery. My dancer likes using it to deepen stretches and safely improve range of motion after class.
It’s especially helpful for warmups, cooldowns, or even a stretch and conditioning class at the studio.
My three takeaways:
✔️ Multiple handhold loops make it easy to adjust stretch depth for different flexibility levels
✔️ Great for improving flexibility, range of motion, and muscle recovery
✔️ A helpful tool for stretch, conditioning, or resistance band training classes
If your dancer is working on flexibility or recovering after long rehearsal days, this is a simple tool that can make stretching more effective.
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