Have you heard that it’s good for your brain to learn a new skill? That physical exercise and social activity are good for your health? You can get it all in one package – learn how to square dance.

Forget sneakers or cleats and put on those boogie shoes, as new research from Northeastern University finds that dancing can have the same health benefits as running and other forms of exercise. "You ...

As people grow older, it becomes a challenge to find proper exercise that keeps their bodies active. While finding an exercise that is not too strenuous for an older body can be challenging, there is ...

In the fitness world, innovation is key to keeping us motivated and reaching our goals. This new approach blends the joy and energy of dance with the effectiveness of targeted exercises, creating a ...

Whether you tear up the dance floor or have moves like Elaine from “Seinfeld”, dancing can bring about more than just joy. New research shows the social activity can even protect against four diseases ...

Share on Pinterest From improving mental health and mood to cardio fitness and weight loss, dancing can provide numerous health benefits — whether you’re a beginner or a pro. Photo by Rebekah Rinehart ...

The CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Dance Studies and Health Science programs teamed up this semester to offer a class designed to help students understand Parkinson’s disease from both a dance and ...