Scientists have proven that regular dancing decreases the risk of dementia by 76%. What should you do to keep a clear head in old age? The Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York has taken 21 years in order to solve this puzzle. That’s how many years they have been studying how different kinds of activities influence sharpness of mind in the over 75’s.
The Benefits of Dancing
For centuries, dance manuals and other writings have lauded the health benefits of dancing, usually as physical exercise. More recently we've seen research on further health benefits of dancing, such as stress reduction and increased serotonin level, with its sense of well-being.
Studies show that dance can help you lose weight, stay flexible, reduce stress, make friends, and more. Here, read more about the feel-good boosts from getting your groove on. 5-6-7-8!
Do-Si-Do Fitness: "Bow to your partner, bow to your corner, circle left, alemand left ... swing and promenade home."
