Health aids of bokwa: Aninnovative approach for cardiac fitness

Fitness is becoming the lifestyle of the common people. People are doing exercise for weight-loss, combining diet with exercising; prefer sweating, making groups participate in fitness activities and wellness programmes. From the ancient to modern times, the nature of fitness activities has varied. We can choose any form of exercise that is suitable for our particular need. Lifestyle related health problems evolving from a sedentary existence are a global concern. Bokwa fitness is a fusion of step aerobics and hip-hop and has its roots in African dance. This dance routine is a great cardio workout as it combines cardio conditioning, strength training, coordination and flexibility. Cardiac rehabilitation is grossly undervalued and underused, and it has been estimated that only about 20–30% of potential candidates receive the service. Greater efforts are required on the part of government, health professionals, and the public alike if we are to meet the challenge of providing improved cardiac rehabilitative care for patients into the next century. According to experts, one Bokwa workout can actually help you burn around 1000 calories. This paper addresses the benefits of Bokwa fitness and analysed the available secondary data to understand the concept of Bokwa fitness and compared it with other types of fitness.