Waist Winding and Pelvic Floor Toning

Waist Winding & Pelvic Floor Toning

MYND FITNESS is proud to introduce Waist Winding & Pelvic Floor Toning, as part of our load-bearing dance Chakacha. It is a traditional dance from coastal Kenya that uses percussions to challenge the control of waist winding. It is always use as our foundation to build this beautiful movement.

When I mention that I teach waist winding, many people immediately associate it with modern dance styles that involve provocative pelvic movements. However, one must realize that waist winding and pelvic control have long been integral parts of African & Afro-Caribbean culture. Traditional dances that focus on waist winding have always been, and continue to be, a crucial aspect of a lifestyle designed to prepare, preserve, and maintain essential functions for daily living.

Waist winding is not only excellent for engaging core muscles but also activates accessory muscles, enhancing endurance and reducing the risk of bladder or uterine prolapse. It helps release stress and trauma stored in the pelvic area, aids in the preparedness and recovery of childbirth, and serves as a vehicle for emotional release. Traditional waist winding lays the foundation for safe, purposeful pelvic gyration, a practice passed down through generations without interruption.

Recommended attire: Comfortable clothes, gym attire, barefoot, large scarf for waist (kanga).

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