It is excellent all-round exercise form for women of all ages as it is low-impact. It terms of the lower body, it slims the waist and tones the upper and lower abdominals, the hips, thighs and buttocks, and also strengthens the back and improves flexibility. Upper body-wise, belly dance firms and shapes the bust, the arms and the shoulders and generally improves posture. It is also cardiovascular in the various travelling steps and invigorating shimmies!
It can also be helpful in pregnancy because it engages in movements that can ease lower-back pain and build up abdominal and pelvic muscles needed during labour.
But beyond the physical benefits, Belly Dance offers more – the various twists and circular movements around the spine gently massage the internal organs (liver, kidneys - organs of elimination) bringing about more efficient functioning of the body as a whole.
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