Humans have been fascinated with dancing ever since we appeared on the planet. Going as far back in history as is possible, you’ll find that every culture on earth always had its own dancing expressions for various celebrations and events throughout the year. Whether it’s an innate need to express ourselves through activity, or whether there is some deep psychological need for it, dancing has been one of our constant companions since the beginning.
Part of the appeal of dancing may be the fact that humans understand there are some benefits to dancing that make our lives more enjoyable and which increase our level of fitness. Continue reading below to find out how dancing can have positive impacts on your life indefinitely.
More strength and endurance
In addition to improving your health, dancing will help build up your strength and endurance if practiced regularly. Over a period of time. you’ll develop much more lean muscle and strengthen your core, and in your arms and legs. The more you dance, the easier you’ll find it to be active for longer stretches. Your muscles will become stronger, and you’ll be able to dance longer without getting tired.
Better cardiovascular health
Many forms of dance require at least a low-impact cardio workout, and dancing can help boost your heart rate without causing you to feel like you’re working or exercising. All it takes is a few hours of dancing each week, and heart health will be improved for virtually all adults and children. While many kinds of exercise will also boost your heart rate, dancing does it without giving you the feeling that you’re doing work.
More energy
Anyone who constantly complains of feeling lethargic or restless, should give dancing a try. This is a wonderful form of exercise that causes the release of feel-good hormones such as serotonin, while decreasing the level of hormones that make you feel depressed, such as cortisol.
You’ll also be obliged to stay in the moment and immerse yourself in dance so that you do the right twists, turns, and steps. This will cause you to become totally engaged, and forget about day-to-day worries.
Improved bone health
It may not be easy to see how dancing improves bone health, but it really does. Dancing will work to increase bone mass and this also increases bone strength for the bones responsible for bearing most of your weight. It’s especially true of most girls, who acquire most of their bone mass by the age of 18, that dancing regularly in childhood can contribute significantly to greater bone mass later.
Weight Management
The cornerstone of any good weight management program is to keep active and participate in regular exercise. Dance is an excellent way to fulfill that exercise component of your program, without falling into a monotonous routine that may be unsustainable. Dancing provides a steady calorie burning process which can also contribute to weight loss. It helps to build up lean muscle while burning calories, and that can help get you toned up and feeling fit.