Recently in Moscow, twerk dancer Alena Astakhova staged a show dressed as a schoolgirl near the building of an educational institution. A Metro reporter talked about this event with the “Russian queen of twerking” Ekaterina Melnikova and at the same time found out what you need to do to become a professional in “twerking.”
“We wanted to amuse the people, relieve the cruel atmosphere of the first of September, when people are chasing the best stationery,” Alena explained her “school shock” to Metro. “The security guards approached us and threatened to call the police. We explained that we were not terrorists and would leave soon. It was a weekday, we tried to make sure that the children did not see us. One girl passing by was unhappy and began to lecture us.
Even more criticism rained down on the creatives after the video was published. Ekaterina Melnikova, who not only dances twerk professionally, but also teaches it to everyone, condemned her colleague for the action near the school.
“I’m familiar with the work of this girl,” Katya told Metro. – I do not support such actions and believe that such videos only cause a negative assessment from society. Dancing technically and musically and shaking your bare butt near the school are two different things! I believe that you need to know a place where it would be appropriate to dance!
For this there are dance schools, venues, clubs. Nowadays, many girls record twerk videos, primarily to get their share of attention and PR. In my opinion, dancing an explicit dance, and even in revealing clothes, is absolutely prohibited in places of cultural, historical and religious value! This is low and immoral. I think people do this only to attract attention to themselves and gain scandalous fame.
The Russian twerking queen noted that not everyone can shake their butt professionally:
– Many people believe that in order to learn how to masterfully work the hips and buttocks, no special effort is required. In fact, this is not true at all! To achieve a certain level in this matter, as in any other dance direction, you need to train a lot. It was thanks to persistent daily training that I managed to reach a very good level and deserve the attention of fans. To make the dance look impressive, you need to spend a lot of time on practicing techniques, on musicality and pumping up your hips and buttocks! All this must be done under the supervision of a trainer.
The twerking dancer revealed which part of the body needs to be trained the most.
– Twerk is a butt dance! The butt is the main “tool”! We must strive to ensure that appearance was perfect! Round, firm and toned ass! My favorite exercises are squats, deadlifts and lunges.
Katya admitted that men usually react violently to her dancing, but at first her friends and relatives were distrustful of the girl’s hobby.
– When I dance, most often men are simply speechless. At the same time, my friends and family did not immediately take seriously the dance direction that I chose and teach others. But over time, everything changed!
During all the time she performed on stage, Katya cannot remember any funny incidents - but her friend once had a real force majeure:
– The most curious incident happened to one of my good friends! True, it wasn't really twerking. While performing an acrobatic element, the lower part of her costume broke into two parts! The audience was understanding... This happens!
I suggest you try the most seductive and effective strength exercises for your figure.
Twerk
I’ve been dancing twerk since childhood – since those times when no one really knew the word “twerk”. This seductive dance is an excellent aerobic exercise, with the help of which you will quickly get rid of the hated “fat”.
Performing twerking involves constantly being in a squatting position, thanks to which your buttocks and the entire mass of your legs will receive an excellent power load. The main secret to performing twerk correctly: do not dance with your back. Look how the American women do it: they create a “shake” and competently make a “groove” (swing) with their feet.
Under no circumstances should you break your back or strain your lower back – it doesn’t look sexy at all, because the range of movements is small. In addition, excess stress on the spine is extremely harmful to the body.
Pole dance
Many people call it striptease and consider it very vulgar, but I call it nothing more than a sport.
All elements of this dance require incredible physical fitness. There is a direction called exotic pole dancing: it includes the dance itself, waves and ground elements on the floor.
There is pole dancing - incredible tricks that seemingly fragile girls perform with the help of an iron pole.
If you decide to go pole dancing, be prepared that it will be difficult and sometimes scary. It took me months to get used to the pole, but it was completely impossible to get used to new tricks and elements.
Each time you will do better and better, your muscles will get used to it, all movements will look easier, more professional and, of course, sexier. Any man will be yours if you have the opportunity to dance on the pole for him.
The presence of a girl on the pole is already in the genes as an element of foreplay, as a reason for excitement.
In addition, in pole dancing you will work all your muscles. You will lift the weight of your body, turn it over in space. By the way, people dance on the pole wearing minimal clothing. Just like this, you look at your body a couple of times in a top and shorts, and you are guaranteed not to have an evening meal.
Go-go
If you type the name of this fitness into Google, you will have to collect information “from the site” piece by piece. No matter what they call go-go, the essence is simple: it is an erotic dance without undressing, which is most often danced in nightclubs and at various parties.
Go-go develops a sense of rhythm, plasticity, and the ability to combine several dance styles. Conveying emotions in dance and improvising to any music - this is what you will be taught first of all in classes.
Most training programs include elements of stretching, good physical activity and flexibility development. Therefore, you can be sure that your body will not only be fit and slim, but also flexible.
Belly dance
This is what professionals most often call belly dancing, which is so common in eastern countries and so popular in Russia.
It is divided into several schools (Egyptian, Arabic, Turkish) and dozens of varieties. Often, belly dance dancers not only move plastically to the music, but also use various accessories in their performances: sagatas, sabers, fans, candelabra, canes - this turns each performance into a semblance of a circus show.
Belly dancing has a beneficial effect on the development of the female silhouette, body plasticity and stretching. And the beauty of the oriental costume (by the way, it is called bedla) makes both training and performances as mesmerizing as possible.
No, these are not top professions for sexual role-playing games like flight attendant, secretary, teacher and the like. There will also be no striptease, nude modeling or the profession of a porn actor. This list is directly related to sexuality, but within the framework of, so to speak, “covered” emancipation.
1. Pole dance
As with most dances, pole dance (pole dancing, pole acrobatics) has sports and entertainment components, and the latter has clear erotic overtones.
But this is not a striptease, as many people think, although the connection, of course, is obvious, and many “half-dancers” go into striptease or come from it. However, in this dance there is no essential element striptease - undressing, but the sports part is extremely strong. Hardcore, exhausting training, which not every gymnast can withstand, puts pole dancing on par with many “real” sports. It is not surprising that adherents of this dance are advocating for its inclusion in the Olympic program.
Pole dancing is liberal and universal. Not only fit, athletic girls can do it. Despite the severity of training, both skinny and plus-size girls are fond of pole dancing. Tall or short stature is not a hindrance here either. Don't believe me? Go and see for yourself.
Nina Chernetskaya, “half-dancer”
Photo from the personal archive of Nina Chernetskaya
1. Can you guess why we included pole dancing in our list?
I guess it's because of the association with striptease. For me, pole dancing is primarily a sport, something like acrobatics. It's hard and painful, it's calluses and bruises. At the same time, the feeling of flight and control of your body is a sufficient reward for your efforts.
There are three directions of pole dance - acrobatics, art and exotic. The sexiest of them is probably the last one. And the rest are closer to circus art, they require the development of strength, flexibility and artistry. Fashion and PR played an important role. Recently, a huge number of schools and methods of teaching this type of dance have appeared.
2. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of pole dancing?
The main advantage is the development of body and spirit, that is, complete emancipation. The downside is, of course, injuries. The further you develop, the more dangerous the trick base. All the time I want even more and even faster. In pursuit of adrenaline, you stop hearing your body’s signals and get injured.
Photo from the personal archive of Nina Chernetskaya
3. What should a man definitely not say in order to please you?
Saying: “Oh, new bruise. Maybe I should be more careful or quit classes?” And also - “Your hands are bigger than mine!”
A sick lichen cat with otitis media.
Call to the forest. Or to the mountains. Or go kayaking. Or somehow induce adrenaline.
2. Twerk
Twerk, booty dance, or simply “shocked” is one of the most provocative dances. Even though it is performed in clothes, its sexual connotation is obvious.
Twerking is often done by hip-hop and r'n'b dancers, but samba or reggae are also not alien to this art. The dance is very popular in both Americas, however, the Old World, including Russia, recent years are actively exploring it.
Benefits and reasons for popularity
Despite its notoriety, twerking is actually healthy. It not only develops the muscles of the thighs, allowing girls to use them more skillfully, including in bed, but also prevents some gynecological complications.
Cons. A search query for “scandalous dance” will first of all bring up twerking and specific cases from the harsh Russian reality. For some reason, many Russians react hard to individual species dancing, be it twerk or, say, lezginka. As for medical contraindications, there is an opinion that twerking can lead to problems with the spine.
Alena Astakhova, “twerk dancer”
1. Why do you think twerking made it onto our list?
In my opinion, this is more than logical - firstly, many men consider the buttocks the sexiest part of the body, and secondly, our dance movements are very reminiscent of movements during sex. So, when a girl dances twerk well, this is a direct hint that she is strong in bed.
2. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of twerking?
Plus - you won’t get lost in any party; minus - condemnation from society.
3. What should a man definitely not say or do in order to please you?
You shouldn't advise me how to live.
Photo from the personal archive of Alena Astakhova
4. Which one is the best? original gift did you receive from a man?
My men, unfortunately, were not original.
5. How to properly arrange a date for you?
Just openly admit your sympathy, tell a little about yourself and unobtrusively invite you for a cup of coffee.
3. Ring girls, grid girls
Ring and grid girls are types of show girls associated with presentations and demonstrations at competitions in martial arts (ring girls) and auto racing (grid girls).
The tradition of fashion shows of models in swimsuits and other revealing costumes originated in the United States. The duties of grid girls (other names are race queens, Umbrella girls and pit girls) include accompanying pilots during auto races, leading them to the start line and presenting awards.
In addition, promotional models perform at various kinds of expos, presentations, conferences and other events. Among the ring and grid girls there are many models, including those who starred for Playboy. These are American beauties - Arianny Celeste, Rosie Roff, Rachel Lee, and our compatriots - Angelica Anderson, Ana Rosa Curbelo, twins Alena and Maria Korochinsky.
4. Fitness modeling
Photo from Harvey's personal archive
Fitness modeling is a relatively light version of more brutal bodybuilding. Moreover, if in fitness, as in bodybuilding, building up large mass and relief is a priority, then in a fitness bikini everything is simpler and closer to the usual standards of beauty.
The key to success in this case is a fit, athletic (but not hypertrophied) figure, not devoid of the beauty of the female form. Something between an ordinary model and an athlete.
Benefits and reasons for popularity
Harvey, fitness model
Photo from Harvey's personal archive
1. Why do you think fitness modeling is on our list of the sexiest professions?
I think thanks to competent PR. But fitness also has its side. Being a real fitness lady is not easy, and many people go to the gym just to show off new shorts or sneakers, and work out their body for the sake of it.
Fitness is not my only hobby. The gym has always been my favorite because it is the best opportunity to control the aesthetics of the body. But CrossFit also occupied a huge layer in my heart. He helped me learn to manage not only my body, but also my spirit and character.
2. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of doing fitness?
The main advantage is, of course, healthy image life, self-development and body aesthetics. The downside is that people often see the picture without realizing the amount of work.
Photo from Harvey's personal archive
I hate pathos and lies! This is immediately off-putting.
4. What is the most original gift you received from a man?
Trip to Italy.
5. How to properly arrange a date for you?
I like respect, tact, and, of course, sincerity in a man. But if I am not interested from the beginning, then it is useless to seduce me.
Cheerleading is both a sport and a “seasoning” for other sports. As a rule, cheerleaders act as a support group during matches in team sports, but it would be hard to call them show girls. First of all, because there are also guys performing there, who, however, are still in the minority and are needed only as “power” support.
The support group movement, which originated in the second half of the 19th century in the United States, has now grown into a cult. Many cheerleaders in the USA are considered sex symbols; not a single decent film about team sports can do without them.
In Russia, cheerleading lagged behind for more than a hundred years, appearing only in 1996. However, it developed quickly, and in 2011 our girls managed to win gold at the World Championships in Hong Kong.
Benefits and reasons for popularity
The benefits of cheerleading are obvious. During matches, spectators experience strong emotional outbursts, and the sight of beautiful, athletic cheerleaders can distract even the most ardent fan from the thought of throwing a seat or a bottle at someone.
Sandra Shamsutdinova, cheerleader
1. Why do you think cheerleading made our list?
When someone says “cheerleader” to you, what image comes to mind? Beautiful girl, with a fit figure, good stretch, in a bright suit and with a charming smile. Girls cheerleaders simply have to be shining and smiling. That is why they are always surrounded by the attention of fans at sports matches, and cheerleading competitions attract an increasing number of spectators from year to year.
2. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of cheerleading?
For myself, I would probably highlight emotions. If the team wins, the emotions of the fans are charged with such energy that it gives strength for both brilliant performances and long hours of training.
The disadvantages include a fairly high risk of injury. Complex lifts and acrobatic elements required for cheerleading, alas, are not absolutely safe.
Photo from the personal archive of Sandra Shamsutdinova
3. What should a man definitely not say or do in order to please you?
I am attracted to confident men. It doesn’t matter what a person tries to hide his insecurity behind - impudence, arrogance or ostentatious cheerfulness, it is still felt.
I also don’t like it when a man starts sharing details of his personal life with others or gossips. Well, of course, how a person looks and treats himself is very important to me.
4. What is the most original gift you received from a man?
To choose just one original gift, perhaps, would not be entirely beautiful. Can I better tell you about the most unusual gift I gave? Once I gave young man for a birthday, the standard set is shaving foam and shower gel. But the gift box had a double bottom, and there were tickets to Kazan, a hotel reservation and a calendar with the date of the Spartak game circled.
Knowing how enthusiastically the young man watches football, I decided to surprise him by inviting him to a match of his favorite team. But I was even more surprised when I realized that I had chosen the hotel where the team was staying on the eve of the match. And for autographs we just went downstairs for breakfast. The young man was simply happy.
Photo from the personal archive of Sandra Shamsutdinova
5. How to properly arrange a date for you?
The most difficult question. I just realized that I've never gone on a date with a stranger. Considering that most often I meet people at work, it seems that I will have to start making dates very far away.
6. Cosplay
Costume play, also known as cosplay, dressing up as fictional characters or real-life personalities, is fun in modern Russia well-known, although relatively new. The performance originated in the USA and gained enormous popularity in Japan, and was later picked up by the rest of the world.
The cosplayer’s task is to recreate the character’s image in detail, down to behavior, which makes it similar not only to masquerade, but also to acting. Cosplay can be both individual in the form of photo and video sessions, and mass - these are performances at festivals and conventions.
Benefits and reasons for popularity
Most cosplayers are girls after all. And therefore, it would not be a mistake to say that cosplay has a pronounced sexual connotation. Among the “performers” there are also recognized stars, such as foreign stars Yaya Khan, Jessica Nigri, and our Elena Samko, Stefano Di, Zhanna Vinogradova and Anna Grishkovets. Many cosplayers become famous in a wider circle, starting a career as a model, actor, make-up artist or fashion designer.
Elena Samko, cosplayer
Photo from the personal archive of Elena Samko
1. What do you think made us put cosplay on our list of the sexiest jobs?
It’s logical - beautiful women.
2. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of cosplay?
The advantage is that your skill in making various items from anything increases. The downside is that this hobby is expensive.
