We've
heard time and time again that walking in high heels isn't the best thing for our feet, but for many of us, it's hard to give
them up.
Feldenkrais Expert MaryBeth Smith says by practicing the Feldenkrais Method when you walk, you can alleviate
some of the pain that often accommodates hours of wearing high heel shoes. Feldenkrais is a method some dancers and athletes
use to manage pain by increased mental awareness of their body's movements.
In the High Heel Bootcamp, Smith demonstrates
how women can apply the Fedlenkrais Method to walking in high heels.
It is a great low-impact, muscle-toning workout that looks great on everyone.
It is FUN!
What
should I wear to Belly dance class?
Comfortable clothes, such as yoga clothing
A hip
scarf or shimmy belt to emphasize and define hip movement
Performers wear beautiful costumes
What are the different styles of belly dance?
There are many, many styles of belly dance -- here
are a few:
Modern Egyptian Style
Fusion Style
American Tribal
Style
Where does Belly dance come from?
Belly Dance is thought to be the oldest
dance form.
There have been many theories about the origin of belly dancing, but most evidence links it
to the Mediterranean, Middle East and Africa. Egyptian tomb paintings dating from as far back as the fourteenth century BC
depict partially clad dancers whose callisthenic positions appear to be very similar to those used in belly dancing.
Basic Forward Stance - Put one foot in front of the other foot. Keep your knees bent, chest up and pelvis
tucked in.
Place the hoop horizontally in the small of your back and give it a push around your body. Feel your
whole body - use your legs and core to keep the hoop circling.
Benefits?
Gives
you a waistline
Gives you a lean and sexy body
Puts a smile on your face
Let's you be a child again!
When
you get moving, you burn 100 calories for every 10 minutes of hooping.
How do you choose
a hoop?
The bigger, the better.
Skip the drug store, buy a hoop from Kristie at kristie@niamoves.com. DVDs, CD's and travel hoops available, too!
The hoop should measure between your waist and chest.
They may wear comfortable clothes and swing hoops around their
hips, but that's where the similarities between the P.E. class of your youth and hoopdancing class at Studio NiaMoves end.
NiaMoves Studio Two weeks free for first-time students. Ask about frequent flier rates and discounts when you’re ready to
buy. Toss out your concept of a hushed yoga studio, NiaMoves puts fitness in motion. While you’re enjoying your
free two weeks, try a Nia or Capoeira class, or Hoop Dance, Belly Dance or Zumba.
