I have belly dance for over 10 years now have found it work gently but works the whole body. I wonder if anyone else have tried this as a way of exercise. Would love to hear from you.
Donna

Hi,
Yes, I've bellydanced before... well you have to if you live in Arabia. It's the greatest fun and quite energetic.

Keep it up!

Judy

Hi, Nomad and welcome to the forumn. I started belly dancing when I was in my early 30 and I was even offered a job but I went to one party and left. I enjoy dancing for my husband of 28 years and he really enjoy my dancing but only for him. I notice that by the time I have done a routine that I feel wonderful and very pleased with the expression on my husband face. My husband loves when I do the camel and the floor exercise. So, I have kept at it. I am now 48 years old and the fire is still going strong between us. Do you do belly dancing for exercise? Nomad , I look forward in talking with you soon. Have a wonderful day.
Donna

I just finished posting about this in my journal.

I am currently doing the BFL challenge and have also used my treadmill in the past for exercise.

However, this year I decided to take up belly dancing as I had always wanted to learn how to do it. Just finished my first course and am waiting to start the next level in two weeks time.

I have caught the bug quite badly so I have been practicing almost everyday since I started my classes and I agree with you it can be gentle but it can also be very energetic.

My muscles are constantly sore from learning the new ways of control and movement and I work up quite a sweat as I practice that control.

Just love it!

neener_15 has also started belly dancing to a tape.

I would love to take a refresher course. I first learnt to belly dance at the YMCA and then private lesson with a professional.
My husband bought me the The Goddess Workshop with Dolphina and it is wonderful. I also need to work on my floor exercises again. I danced for my husband tonight and had a very enjoyable hour and half in the bedroom. I am glad to hear from others that enjoy it as mush as I do.
Donna