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I think using such a heavy belt and weights on the wrists and ankles could lead to an injury. When we lift weights, dumbbells, etc. we use specially designed movements to isolate certain muscles and protect the joints. Some movements become dangerous when bearing extra weight -- for instance, lifting the arms overhead with the arm externally rotated could damage your rotator cuff, you would never do that during a workout but it might happen during dance.
I think cross-training might be a better choice, replacing part of your rehearsal time with exercises specifically chosen to complement/improve your dance.
First, what's your goal? Cardio, for improved energy/stamina/health and calorie burning, or muscle development for strength/tone/power? Or a bit of both?
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