Here is information about the benefits of
aerobic dance workout.
Dance Aerobics
In this competitive world, many people find it hard
to dedicate time for physical activities like exercises, although one of
their first priorities is to stay in perfect shape. Here comes the easy
method of maintaining a perfect figure - dance aerobics. As the name
suggests, dance aerobics is an exercise that combines the rhythmic steps
of aerobics with graceful dance movements. It can be broadly divided
into four types - high-impact exercises, low-impact exercises, step
aerobics and water aerobics. High impact exercises involve intense
jumping actions that are synchronized with the rhythmic beats of the
music being played.
Low impact exercises, the second type of dance aerobics, involves less
jumping action, but more of footwork, which are coordinated with the
rhythm of the music being played. Step aerobics is performed in a raised
platform, while water aerobics is done in waist-deep water. Typically, a
dance aerobic exercise is performed for about 20-30 minutes. The steps
are performed in a rhythmic way, with 4 or 8 counts. Dance aerobics is a
fun activity that helps in strengthening your body, and gives you energy
to carry out your day-to-day activities effectively and efficiently.
Learn all about the benefits of dance aerobics in the following lines.
Benefits Of Aerobic Dance
- Dance aerobic workout strengthens the body including the weight
bearing bones and cardiovascular muscles.
- It helps your lose weight as well as builds your body muscles. It
is also suitable for those who want to tone their muscles.
- It is one of the easiest aerobic exercises, which can be enjoyed
by people of all age groups, both men and women. However, elderly
people should perform the exercise either for short duration or with
precautions. It is not recommended for very small children and
pregnant women.
- The exercise increases blood circulation and lowers blood sugar
and cholesterol levels.
- Aerobic dance workout increases the circulation of oxygen to
heart, lungs and blood vessels for smooth functioning of the body.
- The workout enhances the efficiency of heart and lungs.
- It is a great stress buster. It is an interesting activity that
deviates you from the drudgery of everyday life.
- It is an effective remedy for depression, anxiety and tension.
Thus, it is helpful for the rejuvenation of the mind.
- It gives you the freedom to personalize your dance steps. You can
choose a music and the dance steps of your choice, say, jazz, disco,
hip hop.
- Dance aerobics is a good workout to boost up your immune system.
Tips
- Perform warm-up exercises 10-15 minutes before doing dance
aerobics. This may include stretching or flexibility exercises,
followed by jumping jacks or jogging.
- Always wear perfect fitting clothes, while doing dance aerobics.
Loose-fitting clothes are not good for the exercise, because they
restrict the free movement of arms and feet. The preferred attire
for dance aerobics is shorts with a jersey.
- Bring in variations to the dance steps and make the exercise even
more personalized. Check out the steps in the exercises shown in
television or consult a trainer to know more about innovative dance
steps.
- Do not forget to cool down after performing the exercise. Do
stretching exercises for about 10 minutes after the workout.
- Drink water (not ice-cold) few minutes after the workout.
