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The
many benefits of belly dancing
Fitness,
femininity, and passion
By Pierre
Coda
Many
women come to me asking for one thing that they can do to
stay fit but is not a pain, for example, going to the gym
and being with all those women with great bodies or eating
totally tasteless diet foods. Based on my personal
experiences (my wife learned bellydancing) and feedback
from others, belly dancing is that one thing that is not fun
and does a lot of good to the body. And now that
Shakira has embraced
it, there is all the more reason to try it.
(Related:
Dancing with the stars)
Let us
review the benefits of bellydancing:
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Great way to exercise, but it
does not seem like exercise
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You can practice right in
your home if you wish. If you do decide to
attend
belly dancing classes, chances are that there will be a lot
of women like you in the workout (if you are obese or
overweight) because bellydancing is for everyone no matter
your body type
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Restores and rejuvenates your
body
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Teaches you moves that help
you discover your
femininity and moves that will charm your
man, not only in the bedroom but even when you walk
(Related article:
How
to seduce a man?)
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I became
a fan of
bellydancing when I watched one of the workout videos by
Kathy Smith. I believe it is called Flex Appeal. What
really mesmerized was a solo dance by one of the dancers who goes by
her (assumed)
Middle Eastern name Ansuya (you don't have to get a
name like that but I hear that many women actually do).
When you watch this particular part on the DVD, you realize how
attractive a woman can look when she masters this dance. What
else should you watch out for?
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Start slow since it can be
pretty tough on some parts of your body.
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Think of it as fun rather
than a pain.
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Unlike exercising in the gym
(which is a physical workout), think of a belly dance
workout as a mind and body workout. (Related
article:
NIA
is also a mind and body workout)
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Consult a doctor if you
already have a medical condition or if you feel ill during
or after the workout.
Develop a new attitude Remember
that belly dance is not just a workout or a dance. It is a
spiritual experience which will literally transform your personality
and make you
feel more sensual and feminine. That is why I
recommend that you also buy a belly dance costume along with the
accessories because once you wear your costume you do feel
different. Many women that I have spoken to speak of belly
dance in almost religious terms. For them, it is something
sacred. So try to develop a new attitude and feel the 'woman'
inside you come out totally transformed. (Related
article: Belly
dance show)
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How
to enjoy bellydancing as a couple?
A Japanese
woman learns bellydancing
How to do Bollywood dance
How to find a partner on the dance floor
Paris Hilton bellydancing video
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