I've avoided working out, sweating, and getting tired for almost a year now. What was the magical motivation to get me to sweat? BURLESQUE DANCE CLASSES!
I often share about how I'm afraid of getting into a super bombshell bod because I have never worn a bikini and I think I might just like being less clothed then more. So I started to explore Burlesque classes because Chicago is notorious for it's booming Burlesque scene and has been for years. I decided on Studio L'amour which is Michelle L'amour's studio in the West Loop. The cost of the classes were a steal if you got a friend to go with you, and I did my research about Michelle herself. She's a sister that don't mess around. She has achieved and created a renewed love for Burlesque and is one of the most talented Burlesque dancers in the world these days. And lucky ol' me got to meet her, have her instruct my first class, and damn she does have "the ass that goes POW!" which is her famous tagline. I'm forever thankful for her ass because she got my ass moving and feeling fantastic! Burlesque is perfect for me because it combines my love of dance, music, theater, individuality, confidence, femininity, fun, and sexuality into this amazing art form. Burlesque's history is fascinating and I absolutely adore these talented performer's strong natures and confidence.
Frenchie Kiss (one of the famous Chicago Starlets) taught my class yesterday and will continue for the rest of the session. She was absolutely fantastic, super fun and upbeat. What a supportive, detail oriented, and talented teacher! I'm looking forward to watching her perform on Sunday at their Speakeasy.
Some more good news: I'm 4 lbs down! But I stopped tracking and didn't lose this week. So I'm back on the WW tracking bandwagon after this entry because I know it works.
Here's a video of Chicago Burlesque star Sally Rand performing a tasteful and graceful dance with an exquisite feathered fan! What a beauty!
