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Apr 2025
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Ep. 147 Why am I not improving? Strategi...

Ballet with Isabella
About this episode

Hello Everyone!

In this powerful episode of A Dancer’s Mindset, Isabella and Suvi dive deep into a frustration so many dancers face:


"Why am I not improving, even though I’m working so hard?"


Together, we explore the real reasons your technique might be plateauing—and it’s not always about effort. We cover:


✨ The hidden habits that could be holding you back
✨ How to stop relying solely on your teachers for progress
✨ Why taking your training into your own hands is a game-changer
✨ The mindset shift that helps you move from stuck to skyrocketing

We’ll also share practical tips and personal stories about how we made real progress by becoming intentionalcurious, and self-led in our training.

If you’ve been feeling frustrated, confused, or discouraged about your technique, this episode is your reminder that you have more power than you think. You can change the trajectory of your dancing starting today.

🎧 Tune in now and take control of your growth.


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✨ Welcome to Ballet With Isabella! ✨

Ballet With Isabella (BWI) is your go-to online training platform for dancers of all levels! Whether you’re a beginner, pre-professional, or pro, we help you refine your technique, build strength, and boost confidence—all with structured training that delivers real results.

💖 What You’ll Find Here:
✅ Expert-led ballet classes & courses
✅ Pointe training programs (The Strong Pointe Plan)
✅ Flexibility & strength workouts for dancers
✅ Audition tips & mindset coaching
✅ Live Zoom classes & workshops
✅ Private coaching & personalized plans

💡 Join Our Membership!
🔹 Corps – Recorded classes
🔹 Soloist – Classes + all on-demand courses
🔹 Principal – Everything + live training & a custom plan every 8 weeks

🎙️ Listen to Our Podcast! A Dancer’s Mindset (Co-hosted by Suvi Honkanen) – interviews, training tips, and mental strategies to help you succeed in ballet.

👩‍🏫 About Isabella
Isabella is a professional ballet coach & founder of BWI, helping dancers worldwide reach their full potential through expert training & mindset coaching.

🔗 Start Training Today! → [Insert website link]

✨ Subscribe & turn on notifications for new ballet content every week! 💃🩰

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