Arguably, the most apparent benefit of dancing is that it is a good form of workout. There are various types of dances, and some are more intense and burn more calories than others. Regardless of whichever type of dance you choose, you are sure to burn at least 200 calories per hour. On average, you may burn:
- 360 to 450 calories per hour when dancing Ballet.
- 400 calories per hour when dancing Salsa.
- 300 to 550 calories per hour when dancing Zumba.
- 550 to 600 calories per hour when dancing Swing.
Low-impact aerobic exercises like those provided in most YouTube dance tutorials can also help you to burn fat and increase your metabolism.
Therefore, if you want to lose weight, dance workouts could be just as beneficial as jogging or cycling. Dancing can also help you maintain a toned and healthy body when done regularly with a good training regime.
The most significant part about dance workouts, though, is that you will not even feel like you are working out since it’s so much fun.
It is also common for beginner dancers to experience more flexibility, less joint pain, muscle soreness, and increased balance and core strength. After several dance classes, the dancers may also begin to feel stronger and more toned.
Lastly, dancing can increase the release of endorphins (the hormone responsible for enhancing your immune response and alleviating pain.
Written by Christine
Norwich Latin Dance 