Why Anxiety Shows Up in Your Stom...

Why Anxiety Shows Up in Your Stomach Before You Dance | The Gut-Brain Connection Every Dancer Should Know

Holistic Dance Wellness by Carlee Bigelow
S1 · E12
Jun 19, 2026
14:15

Episode notes

Butterflies before performing? Sudden bathroom trips at competitions? A stomach ache before class even though you’re excited? It might not be “just nerves.” In this episode of Holistic Dance Wellness, we’re talking about the gut-brain connection in dancers….how stress, digestion, emotions, and performance are connected more than most people realize. Learn why anxiety often shows up in the stomach first, what’s happening inside the nervous system, and gentle holistic ways to support dancers before class, auditions, and competition days. Perfect for dance parents, teachers, and dancers who want to understand their body with more compassion and less pressure.

Keywords

Dance recovery
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Dance mental health
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Dancer wellness
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