This dance is famous for many reasons. Relieving PMS symptoms may be one of the most uncommon reasons but it’s also one of the best ones to start dancing.
Shimmy Your PMS Symptoms Away
If we told you there’s a dance that can help you relieve your PMS symptoms, would you believe us? You should, because there is. Among its many benefits, belly dance can also ease symptoms caused by PMS.
Three out of four women experience some type of PMS symptoms. Belly dance is full of soothing movements, such as figure eights, undulations and rolling the hips, which can help relieve congestion in the pelvic area. This feeling of relaxation can help minimize stress. Another common symptom of PMS is back pain. Before menstruation, a woman’s lower back and abdomen tighten and contract, which can cause discomfort. Bloating also puts pressure on the lower back.
How Does Belly Dance Help with PMS Symptoms?
Belly dance involves movements such as hip drops, shimmies, figure eights, and circles. These movements put the ligaments and joints in the hip and lower back, through a full range of motion, in a gentle and repetitive manner. If you’re looking to relieve stress from your back, then fight back the compression of the disks —which occurs from sitting and having a sedentary life. Through belly dance, you can strengthen these muscles, which will lead to better posture and prevention of back pain.
Stress levels tend to rise during your period but the constant swaying and circular movements help your body enter a state of dance-mediation, which can help you clear your mind and relax.
Some other tips that can help you keep your PMS symptoms under control are eating a healthy diet, minimizing coffee and alcohol intake, do yoga or exercise regularly.
If you haven’t tried belly dance yet, this might be a good reason to give it a shot. Bella Diva World Dance is always excited to share the magic of dance with everyone. Stop by the dance studio or give us a call and book your world dance class today.