Dance With Dignity: Inspired by Bessa Ngana
Kizomba and the legacy of Bessa Ngana remind us of another way to see empowerment. True empowerment begins inside the body and radiates out with dignity, shaped by our own history and style. And when we dance in this way, together, it nourishes us. It heals our wounds and celebrates the joy of being alive.
The Muscles Behind the Frame
Maintaining a strong dance frame requires more than just “good” posture; it’s about engaging the right muscles to create a solid, yet fluid, connection with your partner. If you’ve ever wondered how professional dancers achieve that effortless grace, two key muscle groups are doing much of the heavy lifting: the latissimus dorsi (lats) and the lower trapezius (lower traps).
