Do you sometimes feel a bit worried about your bones?
Dancing is an enjoyable and effective way to improve bone strength and calcium absorption.
It’s not just about having a blast on the dance floor – it’s also great for your overall bone health!
How To
- Find Your Groove: No fancy footwork required! Choose any style of dance that gets you moving, from salsa to ballroom to simply grooving in your living room.
- Move Your Body: Aim for a moderate-intensity dance session where you’re having fun and breaking a sweat. Think of it as a conversation – you should be able to talk but still feel slightly out of breath.
- Make it a Habit: Consistency is key! Aim for at least 20-30 minutes of dancing most days of the week. The more you dance, the more benefits you’ll reap for your bones and overall well-being.
Health Benefits
- Coordination Champion: Dancing challenges your mind and body to work together. Your coordination and agility naturally improve as you learn new moves and navigate the dance floor. This can benefit your everyday activities and reduce your risk of falls.
- Brain Boost: Dancing isn’t just physical; it’s mental exercise, too! Learning new routines challenges your memory and keeps your cognitive skills sharp. This can help prevent decline as you age and may even reduce your risk of dementia.
- Bone Builders: Dancing is a weight-bearing exercise that stimulates your bones. This promotes calcium absorption and increases bone density, helping prevent bone loss and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
- Calcium Champions: Like any physical activity, dancing helps your body utilize calcium more efficiently. This means you get the most out of your calcium, keeping your bones strong and healthy.
References
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5498074/
- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51247811_The_effects_of_nutrition_puberty_and_dancing_on_bone_density_in_adolescent_ballet_dancers
- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/40033548_Physical_Benefits_of_Dancing_for_Healthy_Older_Adults_A_Review
- https://www.narattsys.com/press/JSST2007.pdf
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