Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Equilibrio and more videos in the General Dance category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Okay, so you can shimmy and you can shake, but you ain't seen nothin' until you've seen a skilled belly dancer strut her stuff. Here are a couple of basic belly-dancing moves to awaken your inner Shakira... To complete this How-To you will need: Some space—a chunk about six ft. in diameter should do it A large mirror Privacy—so you'll feel comfortable letting go An outfit that bares your belly and hips A few scarves or a shawl to drape around your hips Belly-dancing music Bells or coins sewn onto clothes to make a sultry jingle Step 1: Listen Listen to the music and make sure you can make out the beat. Step 2: Position body Start with your feet parallel and one foot apart. Your spine should be straight, your abdominal muscles slightly flexed, your knees unlocked, your shoulders gently pulled back, and your chin raised a bit above its normal level. Step 3: Position arms Bend your arms slightly at the elbow, raising them until they are at chest level. Then bend your wrists, which will raise your hands a bit. Step 4: Position hands Allow your hands to be loose, and lift the little fingers and forefingers. Step 5: Shift feet Slide <b>...</b>
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