"Lively and enlightening."--Sarah L. Kaufman, Washington Post
"[A] zippy guide to better health."--Publisher's Weekly
STARRED Review
Discover why humans were designed for dancing--and learn how to boogie
for better health--with two neuroscientists as your guide.
Dancing is one of the best things we can do for our health. In this
groundbreaking and fun-to-read book, two neuroscientists (who are also
competitive dancers) draw on their cutting-edge research to
Taking readers on an in-depth exploration of movement and music, from
early humans up until today, the authors show the proven benefits of
dance for our heart, lungs, bones, nervous system, and brain. Readers
will come away with a wide range of dances to try and a scientific
understanding of how dance benefits almost every aspect of our lives.
- Dance prevents and manages illness and pain: such as Diabetes,
arthritis, back pain, and Parkinson's.
- Dance can be as effective as high intensity interval training: but
without the strain on your joints and heart.
- Dance boosts immunity and lowers stress: it also helps reduce
inflammation.
- Dance positively impacts the microbiome: and aids in digestion, weight
loss, and digestive issues such as IBS.
- Dance bolsters the mind-body connection: helping us get in tune with
our bodies for better overall health.
We're lucky that one of the best things we can do for our health is also
one of the most fun. And the best part: dance is something anyone can
do. Old or young, injured or experiencing chronic pain, dance is for
everyone, everywhere.
So, let's dance!
Types of dance featured in the book:
- Partner dance (salsa, swing dancing, waltz)
- Ballet
- Hip hop
- Modern
- Jazz
- Line dancing
- Tap dancing
- And more!
