Dancing Fitness

Ballet is considered as a performance of class and elegance, that is why it is often performed in important gatherings of the elite members of the society before. The stylized movements and positions of the dancers make this dance distinct from other performing arts and more than a performance meant for stage, it is an art form. Though this dance change and dancers develop more skills for better performance as time goes by, there are still many things about this that make it very much alike from its past versions, and that is the fundamentals of this dance which all starts with the use of the ballet bar.

Ballet bar is the most fundamental equipment in learning ballet. It is often used to develop balance, flexibility and core strength of the ballet students. The use of this equipment is often associated with the warming-up and stretching routines in ballet. This can be a very effective tool to develop anyone's knowledge and skills in ballet.

With constant training with this equipment, one can tone muscles effectively and improve tolerance for pain to perform all the hard movements and positions of the dance. As we all know, pain tolerance is very important for the dancers to develop better stage presence when performing.

What is even more fascinating about this equipment is, its benefits are not only exclusive for ballet enthusiasts and students. A dancer turned fitness instructor named Lotte Berk, made a fitness program using the barre as the fundamental equipment in 1950s. Since then, ballet bar is used in various fields to develop fitness. Many dance and fitness instructors now incorporate ballet bar for various kind of training; balance, muscle development, body coordination, muscle toning, flexibility, etc.

Competitive dancing really needs rigorous training, the barre can be a very big addition for your training and work-out routines to help you develop your skills and package yourself as an all-around dancer. Plus, if you are into sports or some active outdoor activities, this equipment can help you stay fir and in condition.

For more detailed information on Ballet Bar try visiting http://www.AboutBallet.com a popular website that offers Ballet and Gymnastics related tips, advice and resources.

Dirty Dancing - Fitness DVD $5.99 Dirty Dancing - Fitness DVD

Strictly Come Dancing: Fitness Collection $8.99 Strictly Come Dancing: Fitness Collection

Belly Dancing for Fitness $14.95 Start with a healthy aerobic workout. Add the fun of dancing. Spice things up with exotic music, the twirl of silk, and the rhythmic clapping of finger cymbals. Top it off with a path to rediscovering one's feminine nature and creative spirit, and you have Belly Dancing for Fitness . Many women find belly dancing the most enjoyable way to get in shape while simultaneously getting in touch with their bodies and tapping their spirituality. Belly Dancing for Fitness shows how this alternative dance-exercise can be as easy and fulfilling as yoga. Belly dancing includes floor gymnastics, back bends, poses, and stretches. The book also outlines how to synchronize one's breathing and coordinate the mind and body. Drawing from her years of experience as a world-famous teacher and performer, the author discusses the history and culture of belly dancing. She then carefully leads the reader through each skill level of this increasingly popular exercise art form.

Dancing With The Stars Fitness 1 $9.56 Rated: NRSynopsis: On ABC's hit show DANCING WITH THE STARS, countless pounds are shed and bodies transform before our very eyes. Now it's your turn to dance your way to fitness with three of the show's favorite pro dancers Ashly, Kym and Maks. With this fat-blasting program you will learn four choreographed dance routines featuring some of the best moves from the show. Then shake things up with a bonus freestyle routine to test your new dance skills. Have fun and gain confidence on the dance floor while building a stronger, sexier, super-star body!

Belly Dancing for Fitness (Paperback) $22.94 A comprehensive handbook to one of the most satisfying forms of exercise available to women shows readers how to turn this ancient dance technique into a workout, covering the physical as well as spiritual dimensions of belly dancing. Original.

Pole Dancing for Fitness $20.47 Pole dancing has become the biggest craze at health clubs, gyms, and dance studios—it’s the sexy style that every woman wants to learn. And why not? It combines seductive poses with simple and enjoyable steps, spins, and lifts. Like any good dance form, it offers both fun and fitness, plus a wonderful opportunity to express your personality. Here’s a fabulous way to get into the pole-dancing groove and master those slinky, confidence-building moves—such as the “Teasy Does It,” the “Hand Spin,” and the always irresistible “Strut”—in private. This sizzling guide features 50 of the best basic moves, from hip swivels, knee drops, and thigh wraps to booty shakes and splits. Attractive photographs open every chapter, and each choreographic morsel is illustrated with line drawings (more than 200 in all) as well as easy-to-follow instructions that will soon entice anyone to move boldly to the music!

Pole Dancing for Fitness By Peekaboo Pole Dancing Ltd. $14.13 Author: Peekaboo Pole Dancing Ltd. Subtitle: Exercise Your Way to Way to an Exotic Body Publication Date: 2006/10/28 Number of Pages: 124 Binding Type: Paperback Language: English Depth: 0.50 Width: 6.75 Height: 7.00

Strictly Come Dancing: Fitness Boxset (DVD) $6.49 STRICTLY COME DANCERSIZE Karen Hardy and Erin Boag, the stars of BBC 1�s Strictly Come Dancing, bring you the ultimate dance based fitness DVD. Strictly Come Dancing has created dance fever all over the country and now it is possible to re-create the steps at home whilst keeping fit. Erin Boag and Karen Hardy take you through 5 energetic dances: the Salsa, Jive, Quick Step Samba and the Cha Cha. Each dance routine targets a different body zone and delivers a rewarding workout. Karen and Erin�s warm up and cool down routines also make sure you get the benefits of your workout without the pain. This exciting fitness programme features music to move to including tracks from Elton John, Toploader and the Black-eyed Peas. Karen�s and Erin�s custom made costumes, the stunning set design and easy to learn routines make Strictly Come Dancersize a pleasure to watch and follow. STRICTLY COME DANCING � THE WORKOUT Kelly Brook and Flavia Cacace present Strictly Come Dancing - The Workout, a brand new exercise DVD that will get your moving, dancing and into great shape. Featuring 4 energetic dances - the Salsa, Jive, Quick Step and Tango, as well as a warm up and cool down it's a great way to workout and recreate the moves featured on Strictly Come Dancing. The routines are set to a fantastic soundtrack from artists such as Shakira, Gnarls Barkley and Survivor. It doesn't matter what your experience in dance is -this DVD is for all levels and ages. There are step by step instructions so you can practise these as many times as you like until you are confident to do the routines. So join Kelly and Flavia in learning to dance, getting fit and toning up.

Dancing $10 Dancing

DANCING WITH THE STARS:DANCE OFF THE BY DANCING WITH THE STA (DVD) $19.03 Presents three dances as a cardio workout to burn calories and fat and shed pounds. Artist: DANCING WITH THE STA Genre: Exercise/Fitness Rating: NR Release Date: 20APR2010

DANCING WITH THE STARS:CARDIO DANCE BY DANCING WITH THE STA (DVD) $19.03 Presents four ballroom dances as a cardio workout to shed pounds and tone the body. Artist: DANCING WITH THE STA Genre: Exercise/Fitness Rating: NR Release Date: 7AUG2007

Dancing Craze $9.99 Open a dance studio and teach your clients a range of slick moves as you prepare for the biggest variety show Hollywood has ever seen.  Serve cool drinks and hot towels as your customers work up a sweat C–Walking; purchase a variety of upgrades to keep everyone happy as they wait their turn to Breakdance; and hire a fitness trainer and a masseur so you can focus on each client's Hip Hop moves.  Dancing Craze truly is a time management game with a twist!

DANCING WITH THE STARS:DANCE BODY TON BY DANCING WITH THE STA (DVD) $19.03 Presents three dances as a cardio workout to shed pounds and tone the body. Artist: DANCING WITH THE STA Genre: Exercise/Fitness Rating: NR Release Date: 20APR2010

Dancing with the Stars: Dance Body Tone $10.99 Dancing with the Stars: Dance Body Tone DVD New Format: DVD Rating: Not Rated Genre: Fitness Runtime: 52 Year: 2009 Release Date: 2009-12-01

Belly Dancing for Fitness By Dallal, Tamalyn/ Harris, Richard/ Marino, Denise $19.27 A comprehensive handbook to one of the most satisfying forms of exercise available to women shows readers how to turn this ancient dance technique into a workout, covering the physical as well as spiritual dimensions of belly dancing. Original. Author: Dallal, Tamalyn/ Harris, Richard/ Marino, Denise Subtitle: The Ultimate Dance Workout That Unleashes Your Creative Spirit Publication Date: 2004/09/30 Number of Pages: 144 Binding Type: Paperback Language: English Depth: 0.25 Width: 9.25 Height: 9.50

Zumba Fitness 2 for Wii $39.99 With Zumba Fitness 2’s hot music track list and super-easy dance moves, you’ll want to work out every day of the week! Zumba Fitness is back and steamier than ever! It’s time to shake your money maker and lose weight at the same time with this full-body dancing workout for Wii . Enjoy dancing to 30 hot new music tracks, including "We No Speak Americano," by Yolanda Be Cool & DCUP, "Pause," by Pitbull, and an exclusive remix of "Poison". The electrifying choreography and various dance styles will give you the motivation to dance your way to a better body and better health. Zumba’s fun and proven program allows you to customize your workout to suit your fitness goals. The brand new Progress Tracker allows you to keep an eye on the calories you're burning while 3 fun modes let you boogie down with up to 4 friends. Turn up the tunes and shake your way to a better body from the comfort of your living room! Includes Zumba Fitness Belt! Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: N/A Compatibility: Nintendo Wii Manufacturer: Majesco Entertainment Category: Music Subcategory: Fitness ESRB Rating: Teen (13+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

DANCING WITH THE STARS LATIN CARDIO D BY DANCING WITH THE STA (DVD) $19.03 Presents four ballroom dances as a cardio workout to shed pounds and tone the body. Artist: DANCING WITH THE STA Genre: Exercise/Fitness Rating: NR Release Date: 20APR2010

Dancing with the Stars: Latin Cardio Dance $10.99 Dancing With The Stars - Latin Cardio Dance DVD New Format: DVD Color: Color Rating: Not Rated Genre: Fitness Runtime: 60 Year: 2008 Release Date: 2008-09-16

Pole Dance Fitness (DVD) $23.03 Dancer and fitness expert Sarah Davis leads this fun lesson on pole dancing, leading viewers through an integrated workout while walking through the complete choreography of an exotic dance routine step-by-step. Various segments in the program include warm up, exotic moves, pole movements, pole tricks, muscular strength endurance, and more.

Dancing with the Stars: Dance Off the Pounds $11.99 Dancing with the Stars - Dance Off the Pounds DVD New Share the weight-loss successes of Dancing With The Stars® professionals Kym, Lacey and Dmitry in the Dancing With The Stars®: Dance Off the Pounds DVD! You ll work up a sweat with 3 cardio dance routines including swing, jive and quickstep. Format: DVD Rating: Not Rated Genre: Fitness Runtime: 54 Year: 2009 Release Date: 2009-12-01

Daily Fitness - 4 CD Set $62.75 Build healthy bodies and minds with music and exercise! 4 CD set includes: Catch a Brain Wave Fitness Fun Cool Aerobics Dance Party Fun and Folk Dance Fun. CDs are loaded with energizing songs for workouts and dancing.

Mario Lopez's Knockout Fitness $36.59 A workout program by the popular television host of Dancing with the Stars explains how to pursue fitness productively and enjoyably, in a three-stage guide that incorporates exercises from a variety of disciplines designed to keep practitioners motivated and committed. 150,000 first printing.

Mario Lopez's Knockout Fitness $7.99 Ready to achieve that toned, hard body you've always wanted and have fun while doing it? Start your knockout fitness journey with expert Mario Lopez and gear up for results. MarioÂ’s cutting-edge workout program provides easy-to-use, enjoyable methods for sculpting muscle, melting fat, and looking great. Unique exercises will keep you focused in and out of the gym, and creative meal plans will satisfy. You'll also learn the value of endurance activities like dancing, swimming, and running; discover 10-minute tone-ups and tips for a healthier lifestyle; and begin the quest for a better you in three simple, proven phases.

ZUMBA FITNESS® for Nintendo® Wii $39.99 Tired of the same old boring workout routine? Then it's time to put on your dancing shoes and shake your way to a better body and better health! Zumba Fitness®, the first and only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that has taken the world by storm, is now invading your living room in Zumba Fitness for for Wii ! The Zumba Fitness video game, pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an addictively fun, yet challenging exercise party!. Zumba Fitness features nine different dance styles, such as salsa, hip-hop, and mambo and uses the included Zumba Fitness belt to create a real-time gaming experience. The belt wraps around your waist allowing the motion controller to move with the motion of your hips where the movement originates from. Even if you don't know how to dance, learning the Zumba moves and techniques is simple with the help of Zumba instructors Tanya, Gina, and Zumba's creator Beto. They will guide you through more than 30 exciting, body rocking routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. Plus, you can invite up to four of your friends to join in all the hip shaking, arm swaying, foot stomping fun-both locally and online-for the ultimate workout dance party! Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: Yes Compatibility: Nintendo Wii Manufacturer: Majesco Category: Fitness, Music, Action Subcategory: N/A ESRB Rating: Everyone(10+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

ZUMBA FITNESS® for PlayStation® 3 $34.99 Tired of the same old boring workout routine? Then it's time to put on your dancing shoes and shake your way to a better body and better health! Zumba Fitness®, the first and only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that has taken the world by storm, is now invading your living room in Zumba Fitness for PS3 . The Zumba Fitness video game, pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an addictively fun, yet challenging exercise party! Zumba Fitness features nine different dance styles, such as salsa, hip-hop, and mambo and uses the included Zumba Fitness belt to create a real-time gaming experience. The belt wraps around your waist allowing the motion controller to move with the motion of your hips where the movement originates from. Even if you don't know how to dance, learning the Zumba moves and techniques is simple with the help of Zumba instructors Tanya, Gina, and Zumba's creator Beto. They will guide you through more than 30 exciting, body rocking routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. Plus, you can invite up to four of your friends to join in all the hip shaking, arm swaying, foot stomping fun-both locally and online-for the ultimate workout dance party! Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: Yes Compatibility: PS3 Manufacturer: Majesco Category: Fitness, Music, Action Subcategory: N/A ESRB Rating: Everyone(10+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

Dancing On Ice - Dancercise(2008) (DVD) $12.43 The immensely popular ITV series DANCING ON ICE presents DANCERCISE! A fun and easy-to-follow fitness programme combining the dazzling dance moves of the show, with exercise techniques taken straight from professional ice-skating training. Produced: 2008 Running Time: 60 min

Pole Dance Fitness - Vol. 1 (DVD) $13.43 A step-by-step guide to the art of pole dancing. Have fun with this new trend in fitness. Features a warm up, exotic moves, pole movements, pole tricks, exercises for musclulature, strength, endurance and cooling down.

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