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| Dancing for Joy - Painting by Elani-van der Merwe |
Dancing keeps you fit both physically and mentally. According to studies, touching in itself can be beneficial to health - it can reduce stress and depression and enhance immune system. Overall, dance is a great way to reduce stress and build confidence.
It's not a surprise that it's becoming a favourite exercise option for many people across the world.
Top Health Benefits Of Dancing
- Reduce stress and tension
A long stressful day at work or school can be balanced with just half an hour of dance. - Increase energy and improve strength
Dancing is a completely natural and intuitive way to get yout body in good shape and increase your energy levels. Treadmills are boring. Dancing is fun. What else is there to say. - Increase muscle tone and coordination
Dancing is a wonderful way to improve muscle tone, especially for women, because it's perfect for toning without building up muscle mass. - Lower your risk of heart disease
Does dancing improve heart health? Of course, some studies even show that it improves cardiovascular health more than cycling or walking. - Decrease blood pressure and cholesterol
Regular dancing can, as any regular exercise, lead to a lower blood pressure and an improved cholesterol profile. - Help you manage your weight
Dancing is an exceptional way to lose weight. It can burn as many calories as walking, swimming or riding a bike. With 1/2 hour of sustained dancing you can burn between 200 and 400 calories. - Strengthen the bones
Dance is considered a weight-bearing exercise which can prevent osteoporosis and strengthen bones. Osteoporosis is a major concern for woman, especially during post-menopause. - Increase your stamina and flexibility
Dance is a physical exercise. Exercise increases stamina and flexibility. Plus, it's much more entertaining than the gym. - Build confidence and self-esteem
Dance gives you a sense of success and achievement when you master it. It's a great way to boost your confidence. - Provide opportunities to meet people
Dancing is a great way to meet new people and make new friends. - Improved wellbeing
Exercise elevates your mood by raising the endorphins or feel good chemicals. That gives you a sense of general well-being. Even a little dancing can improve your mood.
Now that you know that dancing is good for you, put on your dancing shoes and start dancing your way to health!
