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Health benefits
Salsa dancing:
Can lead to a reduced heart rate |
Helps you release toxins via sweating |
May improve cholesterol levels |
May help lower blood pressure |
Builds endurance and stamina |
Helps with weight loss |
Relieves stress |
How many calories will you burn while dancing?
A person weighing 10-11 stone will burn, per hour:
Swing dancing: 235 calories |
Belly dancing: 380 |
Ballroom dancing: 265 |
Salsa: 420+ |
Salsas good for the brain, too!
Dancers run a lower risk of dementia and, according to Neurologist Joe Verghese, dancing provides a triple benefit
for the brain:
Dancers memorize steps and work with a partner - both of which provide mental challenges that are crucial for brain health |
The social aspect leads to less stress, depression and loneliness |
The physical aspect increases blood flow to the brain |
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