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New PR: she’s a doctor now 🎓💪🏾
📸 @gmz_photo_213 
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#physicaltherapy #blackdoctors #gymgirls #doitforthegains taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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5 months ago
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New headshots. It’s giving….? 🤔 
📸 @billymontgomeryla 
#headshots #ladancer #businesswoman #blackentreprenuer #beautifulblackwomen #melaninbeautiesunite #blackwomenaremagic by @_jstanley_
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a year ago
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Taking a moment to reflect on what a radical experience I had at @libfestival ! It was unlike anything I have experienced - The joy, affirmation, acceptance and exhaustion 😆 I have learned so much from just witnessing folks gas each other up and the magic that can be created when we are each accountable for and trusting one another. 
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@kaimera.sky thank you for welcoming me to your team of ultimate beings. For trusting who I am as a dancer and performer! @jgsoulbird and @d.a.n.d.o_ thank you for saying my name in rooms that I didn’t even know existed and for seeing my greatness even when it’s invisible to me. And to the whole @kaimera_wanderbeasts crew y’all have my heart 🫶🏾
@kaimera_wanderbeasts premieres “In Dreams We See”
Creative direction and choreography @kaimera.sky 
Choreography @joe_brown101 
Visuals @pogodavisuals 
Music @justjet_ 
Body paint @ns_makeup17 @alondraexcene 
Stage manager @carlos_o_salazar 
Performers @frankiesayspause @carolinasaverin @jgsoulbird @kaimera.sky @lindsaysereia @dancewithleolani @ejay.menchavez @gyroe @jade.fullcircle @missellenho 
Photos @dustin.engelskind 
#cirque #afrodance #diaspora #connection #ladancers #explore #discover #foryou #wekeepussafe #centeringcare #accountability #festivalseason #festivallife #livedance #bodypaint #wanderer #wonder #chimera #blackandbrown #lovemylife #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlskillingit #blackwomen taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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3 years ago
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The urge to just sleep on performance days is REAL. But I’m telling you get up and get active. Now this workout should not be too strenuous - think low load, beginner friendly, mind stimulating exercise. Just something to wake you up, lubricate joints, and activate key muscle groups! My go to is an easy dance fitness or beginner technique class, but if that’s not available then to the gym I go!

My focus is hip stability, full body movement, and core activation to help my body feel prepared for showtime! Getting this sweat in a couple hours before showtime is important for managing fatigue, warming up the body, and optimizing recovery.

Comment “WIGGLE” to start preparing for a long dance career!

#performancetraining #dancerlife #activerecovery #injuryprevention #movementismedicine taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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2 days ago
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Salsa breaks with the besties are the best ✨ 

#salsa #salsabreak #dancers taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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3 days ago
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I just want folks to feel good in their bodies. If I know I will tell you. If I don’t know, I will find out. I want to create routines that you can stick to. That feel good in your body, mind and spirit. Sessions at the Wellness Wiggle are heavily collaborative, individualized, and tailored to your needs. 

Perfect for one person is not perfect for everyone, which is why each session is highly personalized to your goals, level, and challenges. Let’s work together to build something perfect for you!
#healersofinstagram #injuryprevention #movementismedicine #dancerrecovery #bodywork taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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4 days ago
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People think skipping workouts on vacation = relaxation. For me it’s the opposite - moving my body IS the reset.

It’s not about “staying on track” or earning my food or any of that noise. It’s nervous system regulation. A workout in the morning changes the entire chemistry of my day - I show up calmer, clearer, more present for whatever the day actually holds.

And yeah, also the pump before I put on that dress with the cutouts and head to the beach. Both things can be true at the same time 😅

#vacationmode #movementismedicine #activerecovery #vacationworkout taken in Humacao, Puerto Rico by @_jstanley_
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10 days ago
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Shocking! Groundbreaking! I know! DANCERS - your body deserves the same care and conditioning you’d give any elite performer. Save this as your reminder. 💪🏾
#activerecovery #dancerrecovery #danceislife #dancersareathletes #wellnesswiggle taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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12 days ago
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Hills I’d die on as a physical therapist who is also a professional dancer: 

• train like an athlete
• warm-up AND cooldown with every dance class and rehearsal
• NEVER wait until showtime to dance full out. In fact don’t even wait until tech/dress rehearsal
• 15 min naps
• rice, protein, veggies
• tart cherry juice - iykyk

I mean the goal IS to dance forever soooo 
#movementismedicine #wellnesswiggle #healersofinstagram #injuryprevention #danceislife taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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14 days ago
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Humans were not meant to exist at these 90degree angles, but alas here we are! 📐

If you have to sit for a long period of time it’s important to move your body and shift positions every hour to prevent pain and stiffness. This whole series takes me 3 minutes and I don’t have to leave my desk. Especially useful if I’m having a hard time focusing!👇🏾

1. Thoracic extension: because who wants to develop humpback as we age???
2. Shoulder external rotation and cervical extension: counteracts the “tech neck” posture, and it’s easier to breath because your chest can expand!
3. Pelvic tilts: loosen lower back and mobilize lower back. Dance break MANDATORY
4. Seated marches: hip flexors get tight because they are weak and not getting blood flow. Activate those hip flexors to get blood flow to the pelvis and leg! Also this can be a great core exercise if you work to maintain your lower back
5. Adductor stretch: helping to open the hips and pelvis to get more blood flow through the legs!
6. Lumbar extension: to counteract the sitting! Also notice how that headache that was coming on magically disappears 👀
7. BONUS: hamstring stretch. Sometimes you need to spend some time upside down, blood to the head, and re-energize to keep going!

Change positions frequently. Move your body daily. You got this! taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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17 days ago
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Every time I see my name spelled out fully I still squeal 
Thank you @beingme_mari for my new favorite t-shirt!
#blackdoctors #melanin #femaledoctor #putsomerespekonit #saymyname by @_jstanley_
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24 days ago
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Sad to see summer ending ☀️

Remembering this opportunity to work with @world.of.kaimera @kaimera.sky for @grandpark_la this summer bringing cultures from around the world to DTLA. A reminder that diversity and immigration is what truly makes this city beautiful 🤩 

KAIMERA CREW
@kaimera.sky 
@beingme_mari 
@jgsoulbird 
@jose2_ac 
@alyssalyndsay_ 
@gyroe 
@lafuentemauri 
#kaimera #losangeles #summer #grandparkla #4thofjuly taken in Los Angeles, California by @_jstanley_
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25 days ago
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