I'm from North Carolina, so I am really picky about my fried chicken. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
When you work out a lot, it's so important to eat the right foods. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I find that healthy eating makes me feel happier, stronger, and more confident. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Even if you're having a snack, enjoying it in a beautiful teacup or on a lovely plate makes it feel like more… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Mid-afternoon, I snack on Greek yogurt with nuts or a green juice from Juice Press. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
I'm very sensitive to salt. I always see and feel a big difference in my body when I eat it, so I… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Rather than thinking about what not to eat, I like to focus on what I can eat to look and feel my… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
On weekends, I do brunch at home: whole grain bagels, lox, avocado, eggs, and organic bacon. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Generally, I snack on lots of fresh fruit and raw nuts, such as almonds. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Have something that you enjoy, that satisfies you. For me, that is dark chocolate, red wine, and cheese. But make room in… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
It's not realistic to say never eat sugar, but I try to limit my sugar as much as I can to buckwheat… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
My body needs a lot of protein because I exercise so much. I eat dairy, meat, and gluten, but I stay away… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
When you're not experiencing your food, that's when it's harder to pay attention to when you're full, and that's what being satisfied… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
Because I dieted so much in the past, I just can't diet again. It's something I don't want to do and I… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
One of the big things, especially if you're eating out frequently, is either splitting an entree with someone or ordering a protein-heavy… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share Image
The image of a pregnant woman embracing her figure and really putting it out there can be scary to some people, but I don't… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
The idea for 'Ballet Baby' started when I was going through my own pregnancy. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
I've been so fortunate to have had such a healthy, easy pregnancy and have been incredibly active the entire way through. My favorite part… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
For ballet dancers, style is about melding personal expression with physical form. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
I'll buy a special occasion dress even if I don't know when or where I'll wear it. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
Ballet Beautiful has made my pregnancy a joy. I've avoided back pain and swelling by keeping my core strong and body moving. — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
If you don't have the time or money to get to the gym, work out at home. It saves tons of time and makes… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
Because I dieted so much in the past, I just can't diet again. It's something I don't want to do and I don't even… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
A simple ballet wrap sweater heats the back muscles but is easy to put on or take off without disturbing a dancer's makeup or… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
I launched Ballet Beautiful not long after finishing at Columbia and met Natalie Portman shortly after. We began training and preparing her for her… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
One of the things I found as a dancer is that you're trying to perfect your body but also protect it and keep it… — Mary Helen Bowers Copy Share
