Mind: Brain Fit
Dancing for Good Health
Dancing is a great way to boost your body and mind.
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The next time you hear your favorite song, don’t hesitate to get up and
dance. Recent research shows that dancing may contribute to both your
physical and psychological well-being.
According to the American Dance Therapy Association, dancing is a great way to stimulate your heart rate and get your muscles moving, especially in your legs, back, stomach and arms.
A study by the National Institute on Aging reported that dancing can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by 76 percent.
Research by the American Dance Therapy Association also shows that dancing lifts your spirits. This form of expression activates the brain’s pleasure circuits and can improve your mood, provide physical and emotional release, reduce stress and tension, and distract you from your worries.
Breaking out your dance moves is not only a fun way to break a sweat and work your muscles, it also enhances your memory and improves your state of mind. So hit the clubs with friends, join a dance class, or just groove to the beat of the song playing on the radio.
According to the American Dance Therapy Association, dancing is a great way to stimulate your heart rate and get your muscles moving, especially in your legs, back, stomach and arms.
A study by the National Institute on Aging reported that dancing can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by 76 percent.
Research by the American Dance Therapy Association also shows that dancing lifts your spirits. This form of expression activates the brain’s pleasure circuits and can improve your mood, provide physical and emotional release, reduce stress and tension, and distract you from your worries.
Breaking out your dance moves is not only a fun way to break a sweat and work your muscles, it also enhances your memory and improves your state of mind. So hit the clubs with friends, join a dance class, or just groove to the beat of the song playing on the radio.