Practicing Good Health is as Simple as Practicing your Waltz
Did you know that staying healthy as a senior can be not only fun, but have multiple health benefits as well?!
Research indicates that dancing as little as 3 times per week can be extremely beneficial to your health and will reduce the risk of heart failure.
Don’t worry; we are not saying you have to be able to break-dance, but waltzing or square-dancing is highly recommended by doctors for those who have heart failure.
There are numerous benefits received from dancing including breathing, longevity and even the quality of daily life.
Dancing is a great way to improve your health, and improve a new skill set. Keeping sharp on your feet will help you sidestep illness. Some people love jogging, bicycling, hiking or even walking on a treadmill, but for those who do not share the same passion dancing is a perfect solution.
Dancing Health Benefits
- Breathing
- Daily Life
- Energy
- Sleeping
- Better Mood
- Sex Drive
- Social Life (opportunity to make new friends)
- Hand, Foot, Eye Coordination
- Brain Stimulation (learning dance steps)
- Strengthen Muscles
- Toning
- Increase in Bladder Function
- Upright Posture
- Improved Balance (to avoid falling)
- Equivalent to Hiking or Walking
- Stress Reducing
The most important part of dancing for your health is the fun you will have while doing it and the people you will meet in the process. Dancing often requires that you have a partner and when you are ready, a dance club featuring the style you like whether it is a classic waltz, a country square dance or a lovely cheek to cheek dance. Statistics show that dancing shows if not the same, better results as physical exercise, biking, jogging or hiking. With that said, why not try it and see the benefits for yourself.
For more information regarding senior health or dancing for health, do not hesitate to contact us at MD Home Health today and start living healthier tomorrow.