Dance For Your Health
Hereās an idea that may appeal to some women concerned about their weight and health after menopause. A new study recommends dancing to improve fitness, lower cholesterol levels and even improve self-esteem. Researchers at Brazilās SĆ£o Paulo State University note that dancing regularly can help improve balance, posture, gait, strength, and overall physical performance, all of which may help aging women maintain an independent high-quality lifestyle. The researchers noted that while the study was small, it showed that a three-times-weekly dance regimen improved the functional fitness, self-image and self-esteem of the women who participated. The investigators added that dance therapy is seen as an attractive option because it is an enjoyable, low-cost activity, with a low risk of injury.
Source:
Giovana Rampazzo Teixeira et al, āDance practice modifies functional fitness, lipid profile, and self-image in postmenopausal women.āĀ Menopause, July 19, 2021. DOI:Ā 10.1097/GME.0000000000001818
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