Pole dancing, you may not have thought of it as a sport, but it is a sport and skill. It requires gymnastic, ballet and modern dance be implemented and harmonized around a pole. Spins, climbs, body inverts, and static poses are some of the endless variety of tricks and moves you will learn as you begin to dance on the pole. It takes practice, but the pole dancer can become better and better incorporating sexy floor moves into her dance routine.
There are 3 primary types of pole dancing. Exotic dance, empowerment, and fitness are the three main genres of pole dancing. Different people decide to poll dance for different reasons, but it is a good idea to try all the styles, or incorporate a blend into your dance routine for best results.
Exotic dance is the first association many people make when they hear the term “pole dancing.” It may bring to mind the image of a skanky stripper. There is no doubt that pole dancing can be sexy and make a woman feel sexy, but exotic dance is not all about stripping. It is now considered more of an art form. When executed with grace and beauty, pole moves are an art.
It is not unusual for women who have taken up pole dancing to experience empowerment. There comes with pole dancing a sense of self-confidence and well being. It is often said to help women feel more powerful, stronger, and more self-assured.
Pole dancing is also recognized as an exercise. It provides an excellent aerobic workout for both strength conditioning and muscle tone. Dancers can experience a full body workout and increase muscle tone from head to toe. Notable changes will be noted in the buttocks, arms, and thighs. One good, hour dance session can burn up to four hundred calories.
You will also appreciate increased flexibility, posture, and overall fitness when you begin to enjoy the exciting world of pole dancing. Strength and flexibility help, but even the beginner can practice pole dancing without feeling self conscious or uncertain. Your skills and abilities will build as you practice your dancing.
Pole dancing and physical fitness seem to have a positive effect not only physically, but psychologically, as well. Physical exercise is known to affect the brain’s release and use of endorphins and serotonin. These hormones not only make you feel better, but can help relieve pain and even induce an almost euphoric feeling.
