Belly Dance & Belly Core Fitness International Certification

In this lecture we will explain in detail the 5 major components of fitness and their significance.

In this lecture we will cover the skill related components of fitness.

In this lecture we will go over the guidelines of exercise.

In this lecture we will talk about the benefits of regular exercising.

In this lecture we will talk about important features in the anatomy of the human body.

In this section we will cover the skeletal system and its functions.

In this lecture we will discuss the muscular system and its functions.

In this lecture we will talk about the pair of muscles in the human body and how they work together.

In this lecture we will focus on the muscles of the upper torso and how they work at their joints.

In this lecture we will cover the muscles of the torso and their importance.

In this lecture we will talk about the muscles of the lower torso and lower extremities and how they help with movement at their specific joints.

In this lecture we will discuss the nervous system and its functions.

In this lecture we will discuss the respiratory system and its functions.

In this lecture we will talk about the cardiovascular system and its functions.

In this lecture we will discuss the movements in the human body.

In this section we will address the human body anatomical levers.

In this section we will address the different types of joints in the human body.

In this lecture we will talk about muscle actions and contractions.

In this section we will discuss the importance of posture and alignment and understand the notion of balance.

In this lecture we will discuss the Anatomical Position and the correct standing alignments.

In this lecture we will talk about Energy Metabolism and ATP.

In this lecture we will address the aerobic exercise response.

In this lecture we will go over the instructor's responsibilities and duties.

In this section we will go over the structure of a BellyCore Fitness class.

In this lecture we will go over the possible movements which can be done with different joints like the ankles, knees and hips.

In this lecture you will learn a breathing technique and we will learn how we an control and isolate the abdomen muscles.

In this lecture you will learn how to move the hips and engage the abdomen muscles.

In this lecture we will talk about the upper core muscles as well as shoulders and arms.

In this lecture we will continue with arm workout and blend all the moves together in fluid full body movements.

In this lecture we will talk about movement progression, how and when that is recommended.

In this lecture we will address the very important detail in a Bellycore Fitness class: music.

In this section I will teach you cueing methods to use in your classes.

In the Warm Up 1 section we will go ahead and start warming up together, using the main joints and muscle groups. The name of the song is Habibti by Dr. Samy Farag.

In the warm Up 2 section we will work on warming up the legs and core muscles to get them ready for the exercises coming up! We will do this together on Madonna's song called Isaac.

In the first part of the Cardio section we will focus on working the core muscles and especially in proving their mobility and flexibility. The 2 songs we are using in this section are:

Chickni Chameli by Ajay-Atul, Shreya Ggosl, Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra

Get Low by Dillon Francis and DJ Snake

In this section we will focus on working the obliques, our balance and stability, as well as hips and chest circles and travel patterns. The songs we will use in this section are:

In the Fairground by Harem

Prophecy by Harem.

In this section we will focus mainly on hips mobility and engaging the deep core muscles as well as the obliques. We will do vertical hip circles, lifts and drops. The song use here is called: Allahalek Ya Sidi by Ishtar.

In this section we will focus on core mobility and body rolls on a kizomba song called: Danca Kizomba by Stony.

In this section we will work the Obliques together together with improving mobility and range of motion in the hips and shoulders on a song called Gun Gun Guna by Ajay-Atul, Udit Herayan.

Next, we will get ur Burlesque groove on and feel strong and fun on Christina Aquillera's song: Show Me How You Burlesque.

last song in this section is called A Good Kiss, sang by Hadise, in which we will have fun working our hips and getting the cardio levels higher.

In this section of the BellyCore fitness class we will take a tour around the world, starting with the African beats in the song called Kidogo by Diamond Platnumz and P Square on which we will focus on our hips and deep core muscles in the abdomen and back.

Next we will go to Colombia in South America and feel sexy in full body rolls and waves, engaging the core on the song called X by Nicky Jam and J Balvin.

Then, we will get our fast cardio salsa groove on with Ricky Martin on his song called Pegate (MTV Unplugged Version).

Last in this section, we will use our hips and start to take our hearts rates down to prepare for the floor exercise section in a smooth bachata song called Corazon Sin Cara by Prince Royce.

In this lecture you will receive a multitude of tips very useful while conducting your own BellyCore Fitness class. We will do a variety of core strength, mobility and stability exercises like planks, with variations, leg lifts, downward dog, child's pose, etc.

To continue the Toning and Flexibility lectures, in this section we will work on core mobility.

After the toning section, still on the floor mat, we will go ahead and transition into the static stretching part of the class.

The last song we are using is called Yearning by Raul Ferrando and it is the best rhythm for us to cool down and return our heart rates and energy levels to normal so we can continue with our course, or the day, depending on the situation.

In this lecture we will address the amazing psychological benefits of exercise.

In this lecture we will talk about different aspects of the exercise behavioral patterns.

In this lecture we will talk about two psychological laws of exercise.

In this lecture we will address subjects like self-efficacy and the locus of control.

We will talk about Intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation or both.

In this lecture we will talk about the different personalities we often meet in our fitness classes.

In this lecture we will address the concept of change and we will talk about the transtheoretical model.

Believe it or not, there is such a thing as exercise dependency. We will talk about that in this section.

In this lecture we will talk about how we can facilitate behavioral change in us and our students.

In this lecture we will talk about setting goals.

In this lecture I will talk to you about sharing your fitness and wellness knowledge with your students.

We will talk about the benefits of being an entrepreneur and how this can change your life.

In this lecture we will talk about some of the must do steps in order to be successful in business.

In this lecture we will continue talking about the necessary steps to take in order to have a successful business.

Here we will talk about the importance of marketing and advertising and how we can use these tools to our advantage.

In this lecture we will talk about networking and how to do it right.

In this lecture we will talk about creating a marketing plan and what should include.

In this lecture we will address different aspects of being an instructor.

Congratulations for finishing the course. Are you ready for the test?

The BellyCore(R) Fitness International Certification Exam contains 15 questions out of which you have to answer correctly 15 in order to pass and to receive your International BellyCore(R) Fitness Instructor Certificate.

At the end of the exam, please follow the steps from lecture 72 and send us your results for evaluation.