Anyone can shake a leg. And the biggest thing is that it not only helps you distress yourself but even helps you remain fit physically. Dancing has been scientifically proven to be one of the most effect exercises on this planet. Half an hour of dancing can do wonders for your body.

So why is it that many people consider dancing to be a better workout than normal exercises? Well, firstly, dancing is much more exciting than a normal workout. And that is because of the emotions which are attached with dancing. Dancing helps you to express yourself and your emotions through body movements and facial expressions. Also, dancing helps in refreshing you mentally as well. When you dance, you just seem to forget all your tensions and worries. You are transported to a completely new world. Same is not the case with a physical workout. It does nothing to you mental state of health.

Also, dancing is a very convenient way of exercising. All you need to carry out this exercise is your body and your willingness to enjoy yourself as opposed to the expensive equipment required for carrying out the daily exercise regime.

Dancing has many varieties. There is western dancing; there are many South American dancing forms, many classical Indian dancing forms etc. And all of them are unique in their own way. And that is what is so great about dancing. The variety is completely enchanting. A famous international fitness veteran says “When people are inspired by music, whether it’s Afro-Haitian, contemporary R&B or disco, they want to move. Music is a motion, and dancing allows you to interpret music through your body.”

And now something surprising! A recent study has shown that couples who dance together “live long and prosper” together. When couples dance together, it is seen that they get completely lost in each other’s thoughts and travel to a romantic haven. And couples who frequently dance together continue to do so till death.

So now that you are excited about dancing, let us see how you should plan your dancing regime. It is important to take it slow initially. 3 times a week for 20 minutes is what you should begin with. For elders, it is better to do it once a week for 45 minutes. And as you start building stamina, you can expand the schedule to half an hour daily.