Viva: The benefits of dancing

Ballroom dance latin dancers

Male and female ballroom, standard, sport dance, latin and salsa couple dancers feet and shoes in dance academy school rehearsal room dancing salsa. Source: iStockphoto

Exercise is medicine for older people and dancing can offer more benefits than your usual walking or swimming. Research shows that it slows down the ageing process, improves your strength and balance, and it’s good for the brain!



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