Guests - Katrena Cohea and Amanda LaCountHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 144 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we discuss the body image issues that affect dancers and suggest strategies for dance teachers and dance studios to develop a more holistic approach to discussing our bodies. Katrena Cohea and Amanda LaCount join us to help provide a variety of perspectives.Topics Include: How the dance industry has changed over time to reflect a variety of bodies How dress codes can be modified for dancers who are struggling with body image concerns Body neutrality vs body positivity - the differencesHelp support our podcast. Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members-onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Season 4. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearYour support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceKatrena Cohea - @diffdrumdanceAmanda LaCount -  @amandalacountCheck out our guest’s current projects! Katrena's Different Drummer Dance Summer Wellness Workshops for Dancers are happening this summer! These focus on building better body image in dancers, positive performance rituals, and growth mindset for dancers. Check out Amanda's #BreakingTheStereotype clothing line here!This episode is sponsored by:Apolla Performance The benefit of a shoe + the comfort of a sock. Try Apolla Shocks and use code IMPACT10 for 10% off at checkout!Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comApolla Performance Revolutionary compression dance socks for all styles!Support the show