Spend a Week with a UK Professional Ballet Dancer on Tour

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Hey there! If you are new around here my name is Hannah Martin and I am currently a full time professional ballet dancer. On this channel I love to share my journey, the tips and tricks I've learnt along the way, and help motivate you all on your path towards your dreams! If you enjoyed this video I really hope you would consider liking this video and clicking that subscribe button to become part of our motivating community! :)
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[@Lisa_B.-1989]

Hannah, your videos are wonderful!!! The word repetitive has never entered my mind! This is a treat to see what the life of a ballerina is like. All of the hard work…all of the beautiful rewards. Thanks for taking us along! Watching from Colorado

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

I agree 100% on how I don’t find Hannah’s videos repetitive! Of course there are similarities when they go on tour to other times they have gone on tour but this is a familiar part of Hannah’s professional dancer life which I certainly don’t find boring! I would really miss Hannah’s vlogs if she stopped making them! Of course, if the vlogs are starting to become overwhelming for Hannah to make, I totally encourage her to take a break. We don’t want her to burn out! 🙏😍💐💫

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much Lisa, means a lot to know how much people enjoy the content even if I follow a lot of the similar routines :)

[@ragelnyg4895]

Wau, I am forever impressed with how you still manage to make videos for us in spite of your busy schedule, can't wait :)

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much :) always appreciative for your support

[@isabelaandzico]

For those who find your content repetitive, Hannah is documenting the lives of ALL professional ballerinas including me!🙋🏻‍♀️ Our lives are repetitive from our first plié in our first ballet class at academies all over the world (in my case, Moscow!). Repetition breeds consistency and consistent great work every day brings us closer to our elusive goal of perfection. For me, rehearsing and functional training leave me free of injury, distractions and allow me to enjoy performance!🇵🇹🇧🇷🇷🇴🇺🇦🇷🇺🩰🫶🏻 2:31

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much for this comment :)

[@AnnaAnna-zi8ri]

I LOVE these vlogs!! Yes it's similar content, but its always wonderful to watch! And each one is a bit different. So I don't think it gets repetitive at all I think it's fab!

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

I agree completely! 🙌🎯😊

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you so much, that means a lot

[@athanasiasoulimetsi1406]

Congratulations Hannah that you still manage this busy schedule everyday . You inspire me keep practicing in ballet although the difficulties.❤

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

I’m not a dancer and I can’t even imagine this lifestyle! But it is so heartwarming to read a comment like yours. Wishing you all the best! ❤

[@athanasiasoulimetsi1406]

Thank you so much!❤

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

@@athanasiasoulimetsi1406 🙏🥰💐

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you :)

[@jasonwhing1319]

🙂 keep the vlogs coming Hannah, my daughter Libby loves watching them.

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

Your daughter might also enjoy the channel "ballet reign"! Very family-friendly and full of self-proclaimed "ballet nerd" content! ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you so much

[@luciepommier7613]

Personally, I don't mind the repetitiveness at all! On the contrary, repetition helps you stick to routines. Whenever I feel a bit less motivated to follow my workout routines I love watching your videos to remind me that yes, it does take a routine, it does take repetition to actually see results. So yes to routines vlogs! :)

[@michaelPBS501]

🙂Was amazing to see you dance in person Hannah! Was looking forward to the V-log up to this moment so thank you once again for letting us into the ups and downs of your life! 💜

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

I envy you so much! I wonder if this company ever goes on international tours or commonwealth tours? ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

I hope you enjoyed the show! :) Which night did you come?

[@HannahMartinRG]

We will be touring to Rotterdam, Luxembourg, and Hamburg at the end of this season!

[@michaelPBS501]

@@HannahMartinRG It was amazing! The Red and wolf scene was so full of character too! Loved it. ❤Came to see you on Saturday (Bristol) literally walked right past your coach in the V-log. Do you know where you will be personally touring for Luna? Would love to see you perform again. The performances the whole cast give are so inspiring being a dancer of similar age.

[@ivyarianrhod]

Love the delirium! 🙂 You don't have to like tea for it to benefit you--lemon, turmeric, ginger, and honey can go a long way to making you feel better. Hope you got some good rest on that "rest day!"

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much for this suggestion!

[@gooner1ization]

I really enjoyed the last few minutes of this vlog I always thought there was more laughter than we see. Gutted I missed the show, being only 12 mines away from the Hippodrome.

[@HannahMartinRG]

No way! Such a shame you weren't able to come! I think we may be coming back next year though!

[@gooner1ization]

@@HannahMartinRG I will plan to be there. Gutted. So much admiration for the work you put in. I'm old now but Ballet was the hardest discipline I took for musical theatre. Tap, Jazz, Vocals were so much easier. God bless you all.

[@kennischen]

i was there for the friday night show in bristol and it was so good!!

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

I’m so envious! ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

Ah! That's so cool! So glad you enjoyed :)

[@Gia-uq4mx]

I love your videos so much and they inspire me🩷 could you maybe please make more stretching and tutorials? 😊

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you! More tutorials on their way today!

[@tagbon]

🙂Always interesting to follow along with your week, and seeing how much work it is. Thanks for posting again!

[@HannahMartinRG]

More to come! thank you for coming on the journey!

[@clarelear129]

I love your tour videos & i think each is quite different, as you have different challenges to overcome each time 😃

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you! 😊 so glad you like them!

[@user-jx6be9ri2u]

I’m so happy you decided to post again I love your videos as a dancer it helps me so much

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you :)

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

Thank you for the video! I’m sorry about your cough and I hope by the time that you read this, you are feeling better! I love what you said about how putting on your own make up helps you get into character. It’s such a positive way of looking at it. Your friends are very funny! You are all entertaining even offstage! You’re doing really well keeping a balance of so much work and needing to take care of your body but also taking the time to go for walks and go eat with your friends and things like that. I suspect that the meals you make or buy and show, and the priority you place on excellent and tasty nutrition is extremely helpful for all teenagers and young people and especially dancers and gymnasts, etc. Keep up the great work! Wishing you all the best for your health and happiness! Big imaginary hugs to all your family and friends! 🙂🙏💜🌷🐝🌤🌛

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you so much for your always insightful messages. I think finding balance when doing shows is close to impossible, but now we are back in a rehearsal season its getting a little easier to take care of myself as I'm at home and able to cook my own meals and self-medicate a little better too.

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

​@@HannahMartinRGresourcefulness, and the ability + mental willingness to react to unforeseen circumstances are super important. Knowing which friends or colleagues you can turn to just in case is key. You’re doing really well with this because you get tested every time you go on tour. You’re not at your home base - but you have dealt with and reacted really well with things like your hotel room not having a fridge or there not being oatmeal available. Although those might not sound like a big deal to regular people, to elite dancers/athletes functioning at the peak of their physical fitness, any unforeseen hitches in the food they have available to them IS a big deal! And you’re handling these challenges really well! 🙌 The best one can do when work demands all of one’s time for consecutive days on end is to get through it in one piece. That is enough of a balancing act. 🧡 Obviously, I have no experience with performing, but I’ve had jobs where I’ve had to work consecutive night shifts, which means all one does is eat sleep work. Finding a few minutes here and there to do the dishes or get some laundry done - It’s usually doable, but it’s not the end of the world if it doesn’t happen. You’re doing amazing with your meal preparations at the beginning of the week and being ready with all the things you need to keep your body at its peak. You always find time for Bible study, and somehow also for making videos! Keep it up with the positive self talk! It’s good to want to keep improving, but also give yourself credit for what you have accomplished and what you’re doing right now. 🥰 Bestest wishes!! 🙏💜😄🌼🍀🦋✨

[@isabelaandzico]

Própolis for any chest/cold situation and yes tea 🍵 which I only drink when I’m not feeling well.

[@HannahMartinRG]

I am the same! I only drink tea when I am sick!

[@lucyrakauskas]

😊 it’s wonderful you have a purpose and your following it. Keep going chick! X

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you Lucy!

🙂 Wow. Thank you Hannah. You always give me so much positiv Energie. Thank you so much for that. And please take your time to rest and recover. Much love form Germany Munich💜

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

Have you ever gone to see the Bavarian State ballet? I think it’s in Munich. One of my favorite dancers is there! Shale Wagman. Viele Grüße! ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you so much :)

[@fionaupton]

Your vlogs/videos are your life and visa versa I love them Praying for your recovery Keep being you🙏💕

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much!!

[@brianne9]

Your pointe shoe elastic placement is so low and it inspired me to move mine down a bit also on the last pair I sewed. Now my shoes are so much more secure and pulled up on my feet!

[@HannahMartinRG]

Yay! so glad I could be of help :)

[@angel8365]

youre such a beautifully expressive dancer you inspire me so much

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you!

[@anis6466]

hope you feel better soon Hannah. Praying for you chest infection to heal x

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you

[@Eva-MariaHohmann]

🤗thanks for this superb video👍I hope you are recovering and feel already better😍🤗🤧😌

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you so much :)

[@christinah5126]

I love your vlogs!🙂

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you :)

[@Sidali1104]

Thank you for this video

[@HannahMartinRG]

Glad you enjoyed x

[@kathymyers7279]

The behind the scenes of professional ballet will always be fascinating to me! I love your content it’s such a treat in my ho hum life. ❤ we are so spoiled today . Thankyou for the videos .

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much! :) glad you enjoy the little snapshots

[@OliviaPlummer]

Hello Hannah, I'm sorry you got sick. Chest congestion is tough. I use a cup of warm water with a few drops of eucalyptus to brew and then smell. I cover the cup with a towel and then breathe the fumes through an opening in the towel. Also simmer oregano dried flowers/herb and strain it then drink the tea. Oregano is a super food for eliminating phlegm and mucus. I hope you feel much better soon.

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

Thank you for these very helpful suggestions! ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

Yes! I have been steaming every day for weeks now to try and help the congestion. it seems a bit stubborn to be honest, slowly but surely it is getting there.

[@birdybird8659]

😀thank you x

[@BellaAria3]

Praying for continued healing of your chest infection with you, Hannah! 🙏🏻I had bronchitis this winter and it had me out of commission for almost two months. That type of illness is no joke! God bless you and may your health continue to improve 🤗

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you so much for your prayers, they are so appreciated. Illness is so difficult to accept and deal with, but we know ultimately that God is control

[@Supermiri]

Get better soon💛 Mallow tea and eucalyptus steam showers have helped me with my cough.

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you for this suggestion!!

[@Retz05]

last year I was hit by a bad cough as well after a chest infection or whatver its called. I coughed so bad i waked my borther two rooms away at night, and i could not sing more than a single line at a time without coughing for the next hour (im a chirch musician/singer where i live, so that was not optimalXD) A lot of tea and hot cocoa and steamy hot showers got me thorugh it. Good luck with everything, i love seeing your videoes!!!

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you for sharing. I will keep drinking my hot drinks and hope this will completely go away soon. It is tough when your body isn't operating at its maximum.

[@brumian9953]

Omg 😂 I made the vlog 😂much love ❤️

[@HannahMartinRG]

YES CHICK :)

[@ragelnyg4895]

🙂Thank you! I hope you got some rest and that your chest is better!

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you :)

[@catherinecarney2507]

I hope your chest infection has run its course. My daughter would get a cold and cough for weeks. She does have asthma, but one cold could equal 12 weeks of coughing. I have never understood why the dancers in Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker are in wigs. The original Sleeping Beauty story is from 1528, over a hundred years before wigs were worn in the French court. The Nutcracker was written in 1816, and wigs were no longer worn in England or France. Ah well, various choreographers who are working off of Marius Petipa's version from the late 1800s when wigs were definitely not worn. One of the last classical ballets I learned was the Pas de Quatre. I was cast as the dancer who did 32 enchantments. I don't remember 40 years later which of the four dancers that was. My dance teachers were Christine Du Boulay and Richard Ellis, both former dancers with the Sadler Wells Ballet before immigrating to Chicago in the early 1950s.

[@dronesclubhighjinks]

Thank you for the super interesting comment! ❤

[@HannahMartinRG]

wow! thank you for these insights. Chest infections are pretty brutal. I see that now. Its taking a lot longer to recover from then I first expected. Possibly you are referring to the bluebird male solo? I may be wrong, but that is the only solo I could think of that has the enchantments.

[@philippaclarke2844]

❤ for Ian!

[@fionaupton]

😊

[@roxykoehn1527]

Yay I love watching you ❤ :D I have a question.. are qn understudy for any roles like have you understudied any of the side roles or main roles.. ? :)

[@HannahMartinRG]

Yes, this Sleeping Beauty I was understudying pas de quatre which was really fun and I learnt a lot!

[@elenadonairegarcia-moreno6438]

🙂🙂

[@buttercupgeorge]

🙂What a busy week you had but you managed well. It's always difficult when you are recovering from illness, especially the lungs. Rest up well. Rooting for you.

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you :)

[@turdferguson5823]

When does your personal foot masseuse show up?

[@Jana_sofieee]

🙂 I love your Vlogs🫶🏼

[@annemarieedwards68]

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[@sasa1203]

Lol Shakiro!!!

[@lisaohlund9058]

🙂 ❤

[@CaroMary07]

😻😻😻😀

[@karenjoubert2202]

🙂💙🙏

[@K_ballet]

How many SB shows did you do? What a long run! I hope you can get a break soon. Enjoy this season of your life….We are living through you! ;)

[@HannahMartinRG]

40 shows in total! Although unfortunately I didn't make the last 4 shows due to this illness. It was so sad not to complete the whole tour, but sometimes your body doesn't give you a choice. I'm glad to be feeling better now.

[@ovalandovoid]

I hope you get some quality rest soon. When is your off season?

[@HannahMartinRG]

we still have a couple of months till our summer holidays, right now we are in an intense rehearsal season

[@ericvansickle4305]

2:40 What is that you are putting on your salad? Balsamic vinegar salad dressing or something like it? 🙂 Hey, can you do a video with you introducing your colleagues/friends, so we can get to know them all?

[@HannahMartinRG]

It is teriyaki sauce -- my favourite! I would love to, but I have to respect the fact that they may not want to be on camera all the time especially in our breaks when we are not on stage. I try to be super mindful that not everyone wants a camera in their face at a moments notice. I would love to include them more in the future though as they have such great personalities!

[@ericvansickle4305]

@HannahMartinRG Well, I was wondering about the ones who appear a LOT in your videos either in studio or backstage.

[@Estertje93]

If you have all these pairs of pointe shoes together, how do you remember which are pairs??

[@HannahMartinRG]

I sometimes mix and match the pairs, depending on which ones seem to have a bit more life in them... lol

[@Estertje93]

@@HannahMartinRG that's hysterical but makes perfect sense 🤣 my left foot kills shoes faster too

[@TeresaRaab-hb5co]

Life, in general, is repetitive for most.

[@HannahMartinRG]

very true

[@balletbananah_8]

🙂💘

[@linnea.pinnea]

Earlyyyy

[@deepoceankenny]

🙂➕⚜️

[@flordelmar2438]

The moment "Shakira" 😂😂😂

[@kathymyers7279]

EMOJI EMOJI! Lol

[@whatsthestorymorningglory61]

I love your blogs just the way they are! Im a Little bit worried about you though. You seem to be so exhausted!

[@HannahMartinRG]

thank you for your concern. It's been a tough few weeks but on the mend and getting back to my normal self now :)

[@ratgoose8709]

An English woman who doesn’t like tea!? 😝I feel you.

[@HannahMartinRG]

I know. I feel like an anomaly!

[@karensantos5421]

Your immune system has gone down from all the stress your body has been going through, that's why the incessant cough. If you can't set aside at least a few days of complete rest, I suggest taking double dose of vitamin C. That means 1k mg vitamin C to help aid your body into fighting whatever infections you're having.

[@HannahMartinRG]

Thank you for this advice. I have been definitely making sure to get enough Vitamin C and eating plenty of fruit and veg to try and get back to 100%

[@saltyassassin]

Hannah.... What is that brown sauce you always put on your salads? You look so tired! You need a holiday!

[@HannahMartinRG]

Teriyaki Sauce! I love it! Yes, it has been a tiring season so far, just two more months till summer holidays :)

[@lizziefrances]

Saute spinach, mushrooms and lots of garlic. Finish it off with a squeeze of lemon juice and serve on sourdough. It's a good immune booster. Feel better soon

[@HannahMartinRG]

Love this! Sounds delicious!

[@danat3961]

What did you put on your salad?

[@HannahMartinRG]

Teriyaki Sauce from Sainsbury's

[@isabelaandzico]

Sleeping Beauty = hard pointe shoes, hops on pointe, emboîtés for all, and blisters afterwards… still one of my favorite ballets!🩰🫶🏻 10:34

[@HannahMartinRG]

It is certainly a challenge! Glad to have been able to experience a lot of the classics in my career so far!

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