Dancing Is the Best Medicine: The Science of How Moving to a Beat Is Good for Body, Brain, and Soul Christensen Julia F.Paperback

Discover why humans were designed for dancing--and learn how to boogie for better health--in this fascinating book about the mental and physical benefits of dance.

Dancing is one of the best things we can do for our health. In this groundbreaking and fun-to-read book, two neuroscientists (who are also competitive dancers) draw on their cutting-edge research to

- reveal why humans are hardwired for dance

- show how to achieve optimal health through dancing

Taking readers on an in-depth exploration of movement and music, from early humans up until today, the authors show the proven benefits of dance for our heart, lungs, bones, nervous system, and brain. Readers will come away with a wide range of dances to try and a scientific understanding of how dance