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How dancing helps your mental health

Types of dance

1.	Free-flowing dance
2.	Choreographed dance
3.	Synchronised Dance
4.	Dance/ movement therapy

Mental health benefits of dance

1.	Keeps mind sharp
2.	Improves self-esteem
3.	Involves social skills
4.	Increase endorphins, improves your mode
5.	Lessens loneliness and eases depression
6.	Lowers anxiety
7.	Helps memory
8.	Raises pain threshold and reduces pain perception
9.	Decreases rumination
10.	Easy to bond with others

Physical health benefits of dance

1.	Improves muscle tone, strength
2.	Raises heart rate, increases circulation
3.	Improves lungs
4.	Lowers risks of cardiovascular disease
5.	Boosts aerobic fitness
6.	Improves posture and bond strength
7.	Helps with weight management
8.	Improves flexibility
9.	Better coordination, agility
10.	Increased endurance

For those who are older/ worried about injury…

Work with a certified professional. They will help you with your physical limitation and help you prevent injury.

Self-conscious when dancing?

You're not alone - most of us fear looking foolish and being judged by others. However, most people are focused on their own dancing and having a good time.

Practise with a friend and take lessons, or just move your body however you want! Dancing might be a fun way to improve your physical and mental wellbeing.

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