Before you start dancing, there are a few things to keep in mind. Warming up and mobilizing the joints and muscles is important in order to have optimal body tension afterward. In Bharata Natyam you should pay special attention to the posture of the spine and the leg axis so that you do not suffer any long-term damage. For beginners, there are some practical preparatory exercises that they can do to make their following training easier and more fun. After exercising, one shouldn’t forget to stretch. Tips and suggestions for all of this and more can be found in this video playlist, which is constantly being expanded.
