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5 ways to brush up your BELLY DANCE technique in lockdown

5/29/2020

5 easy ways to brush up on your belly dance technique during lockdown

✔️The 5/6 rule: Choose 1 particular move that you struggle with. Don't shy away now. Commit 5 minutes a day for 6 days in a row to nailing it.

✔️Keep stretching: Either do simple spinal roll downs from standing to the floor, try to touching your toes or forward folds. Keep it moving as even the most simple stretches make a difference.

✔️ Play with it: How can you make your hip drop look different? Spend 5 minutes trying to figure it out. Add a plie, change the level, Change the speed, body angle or hip angle. Have fun with it and play.

✔️Stuck shimmies: Every time your shimmies get stuck and stiffen up, sllloooooooowwwww iiiitttttttt ddoooooowwwwnnn. Slow motion your shimmies. Practice 5 mins a day for 6 days at half the speed you normally shimmy.

✔️Dust off your foundations: Watch my free Bellydance Study Buddy Tutorial playlist for your foundation bellydance moves. Good foundations will level up your dancing.

Remember: a step forward, is still a step forward.
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Tips for working out at home

5/27/2020

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During this current pandemic, I hope you and your family are healthy and well.

As a qualified fitness class instructor, here are my top tips to keep you moving during Lockdown 2020.

Team up with a buddy via facetime/zoom. Hold each other accountable. On the days you don’t feel like it, your buddy will motivate you and vice versa.
Set clear times and days for your workout. Schedule it in and stick to it. I do Monday and Wednesday 8am, Friday and Saturday 10am.
Tell your family/partner/flatmate that you’re working out. Ask them kindly not to disturb you during this time. Avoid taking/silence calls during your workout.
Set a timer when you start and finish when the buzzer rings.
Don’t be too ambitious. If all you can realistically commit to is 2 x 30 mins a week or 4 x 10 mins a week, that’s fine. You’ll fatigue quickly by setting 6 x 1 hour sessions a week if it’s not possible. Consistency wins every time.
Listen to your body. On days you have energy build a tougher/challenging workout. Modify on the days you’re tired, perhaps stretch, use a lower weight or reduce your jogging distance.
Remember to have FUN! Mix it up with your favourite music, use your partner to stretch, or crawl around with your kids (trust me, it's tougher than it sounds).

Enjoy your workout.

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4 ways to look after your mental health and wellbeing

4/30/2020

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Easy tips for looking after your mental health and wellbeing during lockdown 2020:

Focus on things you can control - Look at your immediate environment. Practice good hygiene. A routine is key for me - I like to plan my week on Monday mornings with a cup of tea. Catch up with friends and family. Pick up that hobby. Get crafty with your kids.
Dance to your favourite song - Multiple research studies show that listening to music boosts your mood. Shimmy off your day at the 'home' office and join my Instagram Live for 1 song. Everyday. 6pm. Follow me on Instagram.
Rest and switch off - Don't underestimate this, << Test First Name >>. Finish work at a set time. It's so important not to blur the lines between work and home. Perhaps you can take a bath. Thank god for Nextflix. Have a cinema night. Unwind and get your favourite snack or beverage.
Stick to the facts - Check out the NHS' amazing practical advice for your mental health and wellbeing. It's ok to be overwhelmed and anxious - don't ignore these feelings. Remember, you're not alone. There's help in the right places.

Stay well and look after yourself.

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