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Dance Classes: 3 Reasons They Are Great For Seniors

October 13, 2017

Regular exercise and movement is important to senior citizens’ overall physical and mental health and well-being. A senior citizen who needs to add more physicality to their routine should consider taking up dancing, as it offers elderly people a number of important advantages. For example, there is some evidence to suggest that dancing improves heart health. Additionally, dancing is a great booster to mental and emotional health as well, and it is linked to stronger memory health. Dancing is a great social activity with high rewards and little to no risk when it comes to physical activities for senior citizens.

Key Takeaways:

  • Since dancing contains so much cardio, it is great for heart health.
  • Dancing can actually combat depression and other mood-related issues due to it’s therapeutic nature.
  • Since dancing requires coordination and rapid decision making, it has been shown to lower the risk of developing dementia in the future.

“Along with the benefits above, you might make some new friends in the process.”

Read more: https://phoenix.caringseniorservice.com/blog/dance-classes-3-reasons-they-are-great-for-seniors

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Tyler Williams

As an Area Owner and Operator of a Home Matters Caregiving franchise, I am committed to ensuring exceptional outcomes for our valued clients and caregivers. My passion for elevating our service quality is matched by my role as a blogger and social media manager for the franchise, where I share insights, updates, and foster community engagement. Prior to senior care, I used my strategic communication and brand development skills as the Marketing Director of a regional bank. My diverse experience supports my commitment to excellence and innovation in both healthcare and digital communication.
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