Michelle S. Dwarika
@midwarika.bsky.social
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Doctoral Researcher at the University of Birmingham studying mental skills training in dance |MAS in Dance Science.
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That’s a wrap! Attending the first Safer Sport congress was inspirational. So many colleagues do such excellent work in making Sport and Dance a better place. Together we are stronger - let’s continue to make safeguarding a priority in thr sports and dance world!
midwarika.bsky.social
Oh, Montreal! What a beautiful city and what a great start to our journey towards the Safer in Sport congress it has been

🧭 We explored the city, visited the basilica and ate well

🎪 We got to see Luzia by @cirquedusoleil. 🥹

#saferinsportcongress #canada #montreal
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thesprintproject.bsky.social
Exciting news! 🎉

The 2nd National Survey of Safeguarding and Abuse Prevention in Dance, in collaboration with One Dance UK and the National Institute of Dance Medicine and Science, is now open!

Let's prioritise safeguarding in dance and create a community where every dancer feels safe. 💃🕺
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Looking forward to sharing the next chapter of our #safedanceresearch on 'Safeguarding and abuse prevention policies of UK Dance Organisations' at #ICSSR2025

with Erin Sanchez, @georgiabird.bsky.social , @mkolitsida.bsky.social , @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social , @maryquinton.bsky.social
An image depicting paper ripped across the middle to reveal the words 'Presenations coming soon, stay tuned'. At the top of the image is The SPRINT Project logo, with information about the conference at the bottom of the image: 1st International Congress on Safe Sport Research, Quebec City, Canada, June 18-20, 2025. #ICSSR2025
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Looking forward to sharing the results of our scoping review on on 'Abuse and Harm in Dance at #ICSSR2025

with Erin Sanchez, @mkolitsida.bsky.social , @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social , @maryquinton.bsky.social
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This protocol describes a study exploring the mental skills freelance dancers need to navigate their careers. By integrating insights from dancers and psychologists, we aim to develop a meaningful, evidence based Mental Skills Training (MST) program. #DanceResearch #MentalSkills #FreelanceArtists
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Yay the IMH is on Bluesky! Super exciting! Follow for all things youth mental health @imh-uob.bsky.social
midwarika.bsky.social
Our thoughts exactly… we feel that dancers describe what @ipcookson.bsky.social has mentioned but that interventions often don’t involve the target users in their developmental stages (athletes/ dancers). Good to hear though that my thoughts are shared! 😊
midwarika.bsky.social
We are currently mapping different mental techniques/ skills other than «the canon» - self-talk, goal-setting, imagery (and sometimes mindfulness) in dance. Surely there should be more in sport too? Am often surprised how the narrative still goes: «these 4 tools will make you succeed»
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thesprintproject.bsky.social
Don't underestimate the power of rest for success!

And don't just take our word for it, see our latest blog post to learn from athletes, dancers, and scientific research ⬇️

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#rest #recovery #success #sportpsychology #wellbeing
Rest for Success
In our fast-paced world, it's easy to fall into the trap of constant activity, believing that more effort equals more success. Yet, academic research and the lives of athletes and dancers have reveale...
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Congratulations on reaching this milestone, Steve!
midwarika.bsky.social
And yet again we say: adie, Basel! I had another great Christmas with our Swiss family. I’ve eaten and drunk my way through quite a few aperos and tons of good food. I neither confirm nor deny to have eaten my weight in Christmas cookies. Quality time, indeed ❤️🙌🏻
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Merry Christmas, Emma! Awww look at this furry beauty ❤️
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Love it! Cats DO know. Happy Holidays, Maria!
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thesprintproject.bsky.social
💡Showcasing talented postgraduate researchers💡

Today our team members @midwarika.bsky.social, Kirsty Brown, and Fiona Clarke presented their research at the annual postgraduate research day!

Read our latest post to find out more:
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#research #sportsscience
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A blog about Kirsty, @mkolitsida.bsky.social and I attending a very interesting and fun productive public engagement event!
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🚨 New blog post alert 🚨

See our latest blog post to learn about one of our favourite research activities, public engagement! www.sprintproject.org/post/sprint-...

How do you engage with the public to share your research? Let us know in the comments ⬇️

#publicengagement #CPD #knowledgeexchange
SPRINT Project engage in public engagement
Kirsty, Maria and Michelle recently attended the University of Birmingham (UoB) public and cultural engagement day on Thursday 21st November at the Exchange.  It was a great day for the team members t...
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