Gives an overview of issues faced by all performing dancers, injury and treatment, technique and training, fitness, nutrition an diet and career management. The text indludes both easy-to-read overviews of each topic and profiles of well known dancers and how they have coped with these issues. "Berardi's invaluable work will enable dancers to make wise decisions about caring for themselves." -- Francia Russell, Artistic Director, Pacific/Northwest Ballet"Finding Balance is a book that can be read by all from the novice to advanced dancer, the administrator, choreographer, and the teacher. The information is valuable and essential and written in a style that is interesting and informative." -- Journal of Dance Medicine and ScienceNeed Experts? Check Out American Society of Journalists and Authors March Tip Sheet"Gigi Berardi shares her passion for the arts and what it takes to follow a dream." -- Yearbook of Experts (R) News Release Wire