The city of Chicago rarely slows down, and this holds true on Sundays. Even on this typically quiet weekend day, the city of Chicago has plenty of activities to have you up and moving. These activities will have you exploring the city on a bike,...
Exercise is boring for many people, so offering dance classes is an effective way for a gym to attract new clients and satisfy current clients. Faced with a choice between walking on a treadmill and participating in a fun dance class, many people...
Wearing ankle weights adds resistance to any exercise regimen, giving it an extra challenge that helps tone your muscles and burn extra calories. Adding ankle weights increases the difficulty of any dance workout; it also increases the possibility...
Located in southeastern Ohio is a suburb of Dayton, Springboro. Home to more than 45,000 residents, Springboro makes an ideal setting for families. Good schools and access to a metropolitan area provide children with plenty of learning...
When the sun goes down and the city lights come up, Chicago has plenty to do for any visitor looking to get a workout at the end of the day. When the weather is nice, you can get exercise outdoors and have the added bonus of seeing Lake Michigan...
The mat series often introduces people to Pilates exercise. Joseph Pilates originally created 34 exercises, but the series has evolved through the years. Some instructors added exercise variations, while others developed a warm-up series. Eastern...
Nearly every activity or sport has its own exclusive requirements in terms of clothing and gear, and jazz dance is no exception, although its requirements are minimal. Many dance studios require dancers to adhere to a dress code. Your first...
Knee hyperextension occurs when pressure is placed on the knee that bends it backward, past its normal straightened position, according to MayoClinic.com. Common causes of knee hyperextension include sports, dance, falls and car accidents....
As an older adult, you should continue to engage in some form of aerobic exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes a day. An exercise dance class is an enjoyable and effective way to incorporate aerobic exercise into your weekly schedule. Many fitness...
Chicago has a lot to offer tourists. While the city is famous for its food, deep dish pizza is not the healthiest choice for dinner. Luckily, the city offers many opportunities to both get a workout and do sightseeing at the same time. Thanks to...
Chicago, Illinois, features many things to do that are both free and good for your health and mind. The city is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, so there are many outdoors activities available. Because the city is so cold in the winter,...
The ancient practice of yoga, which originated in India nearly 5,000 years ago, is now commonly taught in yoga centers and retreats around the world. While yoga studios can be found in many place, some prefer to practice in privacy or enjoy...
To lose 1 pound of body fat, you must burn 3,500 calories, according to the ShapeFit website. If you want to lose weight quickly, it is best to choose a type of exercise that burns a large number of calories in a short time frame. It is also...
Whether you are visiting the Chicago area or a local, there are plenty of things to see and do that cost absolutely nothing. Better still, there are many options that promote physical and mental health. Take a stroll at the Skokie Northshore...
Fitness and dance instructors, athletic coaches, physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons use gait and posture analysis as a means of determining susceptibility to injury. Improving posture and gait enhances grace, athleticism and overall...
Just about anyone can dance, no matter what shape the person is in. That doesn't mean you can twist the night away without hurting a vital part of your anatomy, if you're out of shape. You can start slowly, improve your fitness and end up in...
Your brain controls movement and balance through the cerebellum. The cerebellum helps you balance by reacting to signals sent to it by your muscles. You can sense this by standing on one foot for awhile. Odds are you will shake a little bit...
Choosing to do the Kukuwa Dance Workout shows you're ready for a change in your normal or more traditional aerobic type workouts. The unique music is one thing that makes the Kukuwa Workout so inviting. The sounds of the music are a wonderful...
In dance, a full leg extension is a challenging feat that requires tremendous strength in the hip and trunk muscles and flexibility of the hamstrings, hips and lower back. In ballet, a leg extension is called a "developpe" and is distinguished by...
Exercise is always evolving, and new workouts keep exercisers from getting into a rut. Dance exercise programs have become popular over the last few decades as an alternative to typical walking, jogging or bicycling workouts. Some programs are...
Most serious dancers are fit because they work their bodies during regular dance practice. With the exception of a few styles, dancing involves the use of the entire body. Compelling dance performances display fluidity, grace and beauty, and dance...
Dance is one of the most challenging and athletic art forms, and it's available in many variations. Whether you have been dancing since childhood or plan to take it up in middle age, a number of elements will ensure that you get the most from your...
Belly dancing, or danse orientale, is an alternative form of exercise for those wanting to lose weight. Belly dancing is an excellent choice for people who do not enjoy running or other common forms of exercise, says Andrew Weil, M.D., on his...
Modern dance is a form of theatrical dance that originated in the United States and Europe toward the end of the 19th century. Modern dance lessons may draw upon several other forms of dance and particular aspects of individual movements. Lessons...
Core Rhythms is the name for a fitness program based on Latin dance moves. The instructors created their exercise program and collection of DVDs from their experience as professional dancers. The series is intended to make fitness fun by adding...
Most group fitness programs have some dance element. Whether a general aerobics class set to music or a more specific dance workout like Zumba, dance-based classes are a growing trend in the fitness industry. Becoming certified in dance fitness...
Zumba is a popular dance-based class offered in fitness centers and on DVD. The Latin-inspired program makes fitness fun by encouraging participants to use every muscle to shake, stomp and sashay. Original music and party-like environments attract...
If the phrase "loves music, loves to dance" describes you, then chances are you will enjoy working out to dance exercise videos. Dancing for exercise provides an effective aerobic workout, easily fulfilling the recommended 30 minutes of moderate...
Belly dancing is the name commonly given to middle-Eastern styles of dance. Many of the fluid movements associated with this form of dance require the core muscles of the body to engage. If you dance regularly, you may notice your stomach and...
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