Bollywood Dancing and AS Susimala Gaikwad Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist

Back ground An major element of the Indian culture Stems from the Indian film industry Films produced in Bombay/Mumbai Followed the Hollywood model Bombay and Hollywood Hybridization between the western and Indian dance forms (since MTV inception ) Many forms /adaptations.

Characteristics Based on classical / folk Integrated with western dance styles Unique music- known for being upbeat Intricate hand/foot gestures Facial expressions Colourful costumes /co-ordinated accessories Fun-filling work-out form of exercise

Grimsby NASS group Enthusiastic group members Consented to the novel form of exercising Practised Bollywood, Line and Zumba dances for < 10 minutes to improve their aerobic fitness Feedback : Different most joyful, fun-filling form of exercises Improves posture, co-ordination, balance, Changes one’s mood and Eases stress levels.

Practicals Safety rules- Appropriate loose clothing and footwear Adaptations to repetitions /progressions Regular practising Hydration during sessions and Not to dance when feeling unwell/fatigued Dancing to Bollywood music < 5 minutes Analysing dance moves – use List Discussions re generalizability

Check -list Integrated joint/muscle effects on: Core stabilizing Mobilizing Strengthening Stretching Balance and coordinating Aerobic fitness improving Health & Well-being Easy/ Difficult Enjoyable / boring