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Health benefits of Belly Dancing

ByMs.Kimaaya 29.5.2015         Phone:9999690043       Mail Now X   Post Comments

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Belly Dance is fun. It is a form of dance which is equally beneficial for health. Belly Dance is an excellent form of exercise for women and men of all ages and physical conditions because it gently works the muscles without stressing the body or overextending the joints. Many people are surprised to learn that belly dancing involves much more than the belly. Belly Dance is also a safe, simple and effective way to achieve lasting fitness. Belly- dancing can burn up to 300 calories an hour. Building body endurance, toning muscles and gaining flexibility are few of the key aspects of this dance. Belly dancing involves the movement of group of muscles, so it is excellent for burning the extra fat of the body. The movements like arch, snake arm & hip lifts can improve posture & lend themselves for overall toning of the body. it encourages flexibility to a great extent

It is healthy in various ways like:

Helps in digestion:

It's true! Exercising the abdominal area, not just by rolling the belly, but also by swaying the torso, helps food move along the digestive system. Any form of exercise will have this effect to some degree, but belly-dance is especially good for this purpose. There are many reasons and ways for women to make health improvements, including belly dancing.

Improves Muscle Tone and relives pain:

One health benefit of regular belly dancing is the toning of muscles throughout your body. The graceful hip drops, rolls, and pivots of this dance form utilize muscle groups in the abdomen, pelvis, trunk, spine, and neck, working with the body instead of against it. The benefits of belly dance can be enjoyed by women of all ages. Back and joints pains are relieved During Belly dancing, the movements of hipdrops, circles, figure eights, and shimmies put the joints and ligaments in the lower back and hip through a full range of gentle, repetitive motion. This movement helps increase the flow of synovial fluid (nature's lubricant) in these joints. When movements are done properly, the pelvis is tipped forward, or tucked; a neutral position that can help prevent lower back problems. Bellydance can help relieve stress to the back, counteracting the almost constant compression of the disks that occurs from a sedentary lifestyle.

Great source for Stress buster:

Today women are having a consistent outlet for stress reduction is a necessity, not a luxury. The occurrence of daily stress can wreak havoc on your body over time and belly dancing can help reduce that destructive stress. Many women utilize belly dancing as an outlet and see it as a form of self care. If you want to try a type of dance that helps to relax your mind as well as your body, try belly dancing. Belly dancing requires tremendous relaxation and concentration. Many people say that the melodious, flowing movements of belly dance help to calm and soothe the mind.

Belly dancing builds the back muscle evenly:

Belly-dancers use their torsos a lot-much more than ballet, modern or tap dancers. These movements, coupled with shoulder movements, exercise the back muscles, and they exercise the muscles evenly. Strong back muscles prevent back injuries, and they promote good posture as well. & it uses many muscles in its movements that otherwise not be used.

Greater Flexibility:

Another benefit to belly dancing, particularly as the body ages, is the increased flexibility that naturally occurs. Increasing your body's flexibility means fewer injuries in general and easier movement for other daily activities. Belly Dancing improves your posture as it increases the muscle strength in your abdomen, lower back, and in your legs further strengthening your postural muscles as it elongates the spine to help relieve back pain.

Burn Fat and Calories:

Belly dancing is a series of movements, using the arms, legs and core muscle systems. It is also considered an aerobic activity. This combination means your body is burning more calories and shedding fat as it builds muscle tone. Achieving a healthy weight and doing an aerobic activity regularly is beneficial to long term heart health as well.

Increases Self Esteem:

A less often thought about benefit of belly dancing is the increase in self esteem that will happen as you gain more confidence. Belly dancing incorporates many movements that come naturally to women. As you learn the graceful and flowing movements of belly dance you naturally develop a more positive presence and feel good about yourself and your ability.

Learning new things and accomplishing goals like belly dance can be very rewarding. You might surprised by what you are capable of. The movements in Belly Dance draw you into an intimate relationship with your body. Belly Dancing expresses the joys of womanhood.

 About the author

The writer, Ms. Kimaaya, is the founder of CLK Dance Institute and also a great belly dancer who knows more than 20 styles of dancing.

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