Belly dance or bellydance is a Western-coined name for a "traditional West Asian" dance. Belly dance takes many different forms depending on the country and region, both in costume and dance style, and new styles have evolved in the West as its popularity has spread globally. Many of the moves involve isolations, which improves flexibility of the torso.

Belly dance is a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise and is thus suitable for all ages. Belly Dancing for Fitness is a good exercise for the prevention of osteoporosis in older people and beneficial to the spine in a gentle way.