Dancing Divas For Health and Fitness

When was the last time you learned a new dance? For women interested in losing weight and getting in shape, dancing your way to a thinner you might be just the exercise program you need. Dancing burns calories, promotes flexibility and improves coordination. Because it is a social activity, dancing also offers spiritual and mental benefits too.

Dancing is a magical experience that can transform your life. Much like an exercise program, it can change your body, mind and soul. An awakening of the spirit, dancing is a great way to express the inner you. The bonus package of weight loss, newfound energy, and beautiful curves is another reason that you might want to become a dancing diva.

There is nothing as beautiful as a woman's body. If you don't believe me, I challenge you to visit any art museum. You'll find that of all God's creations, woman is the one body that has been drawn, painted and sculpted more than any other. Not to mention, the countless songs, poems and literature praising the feminine figure. Moving that gorgeous body to music in the form of dance is one of the most pleasing sights known to man.

As a personal trainer who specializes in women's fitness, I encourage ladies to dance as a form of aerobic exercise. Just 30 minutes of exercise each day will help any woman lose weight and stay in shape. Dancing your way to health is just another way to ensure you get the most from your workout routine.

There are many dances that help you get in shape but no matter which dances you choose to learn, remember to engage your core with every move that you make. This means to keep your spine straight, your navel drawn in towards your spine, and your shoulders held down your back. Much like holding your stomach in, but staying mentally aware of your posture at the same time. Keeping your core engaged helps to protect your back from injury. A Pilates principle developed with dancers in mind that helps to tone and strengthen your torso and give it that lovely, long lean look reminiscent of a dancer's body.

There are many dances that will work as part of your aerobic program. You can choose Salsa, Line Dancing, Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Pole Dancing, Belly Dancing, or Creative Dancing. Keep in mind that whichever one you choose, it should elevate your heartbeat and keep it accelerated for at least 30 minutes. That's how long it takes to ensure a healthy aerobic activity for any women's workout.

As a Certified Fitness Trainer, I've developed a women's fitness program to help women get in shape, no matter what their age or athletic ability. Because I believe that every woman should have the body that she truly desires, I've designed an exercise program that incorporates strength training and aerobics like dancing, to help busy women attain the beautiful body that they desire. Best of all, it takes as little as 30 minutes a day.

So whether you are a seasoned athlete a professional dancer or just a newbie getting started, there is a women's workout program that will work for you and help you to get the beautiful body that you deserve. Just dance your way to happiness and health, the pounds will melt away and reveal the most beautiful body of all creation.

Karen Ficarelli is the founder and CEO of Fitness4Her.com, a diet, exercise program and women's fitness blog, developed especially for women. A mother of three, Karen knows how hard it is to fit everything into a busy schedule. A fitness author, personal trainer, Pilate's instructor, sports nutritionist, fitness model, wife and mom, Karen is passionate about helping other women reach their fitness goals.

She knows firsthand that the desire to attain a healthy, slim and well-toned body is just as important as any other dream that a woman can have. But going a step further, Karen understands that to achieve that dream, you first must believe in it. Think it, believe it, achieve it... Fitness4Her.com - the website for women's fitness.