Dimensions
194 x 253 x 10mm
Did you know that vigorous dancing burns 250 calories an hour? Dancing is suitable for people of all ages, shapes and sizes and all you need is a little music and space.
Dancing has a vast array of benefits: it reduces stress, increases energy, improves strength and muscle tone, decreases blood pressure and lowers your risk of dementia. Dance is an exciting, body-boosting activity that anyone can try. With a bit of practise -- and some positive thinking -- even complete beginners will be able to master the routines in this book.
This book shows you how you can dance your way to fitness -- starting with a comprehensive ballet-style warm-up with core strength exercises. It gives a brief introduction to the benefits of dancing and the author tries to determine the kind of dance workout that best suits you. This is followed by five dance workouts -- Latin, Hip Hop, Burlesque, Bollywood and Broadway. You will see that each routine gives fantastic all-over body workout. Each routine is illustrated with easy to follow step-by-step photography. Each dance workout is designed by a professional choreographer. There are general fitness guidelines, tips on nutrition, keeping injury-free, clothing and case studies.
