The Benefits of Dance
Dancing has a huge range of benefits for our physical and mental health across the life course. Check out the links below for more information:
increased muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness
stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis
improved balance and spatial awareness
decreased falls in older people who take dance exercise
increased physical confidence
improved mental functioning
improved general and psychological wellbeing
greater self-confidence and self-esteem
better social skills.
Nutrition for Dancers
Dancers need plenty of fuel to give energy for performances and classes. It is also really important to eat well immediately after dancing to make sure that muscles recover well and are ready for the next dance. There are some links here to excellent on-line resources on this topic that are definitely worth reading:
Nutrition for active children, sportspeople and dancers
What to eat after classes and performances