A 2018 study found that for older populations, learning choreographed routines or following dance patterns may increase mental function more than doing other repetitive forms of exercise. A 2019 review noted that many styles of dancing can help improve balance and other physical markers of health in older populations.ĭancing may also increase cognitive function in seniors. The combination of music and movement releases endorphins in the brain, which may contribute to the increased vitality and mental health of people doing these dance workouts.Ī 2016 study found that after 8 weeks of following a popular dance fitness routine, people had improved quality of life, including:ĭance may also be a simple lower impact exercise for older adults and help with important markers, such as balance. It may also improve mood, burn calories, and increase fitness levels.Ī 2020 study found that in sedentary women, those who did dance-based fitness exercises three times per week had improved vitality and markers of both physical and mental health after 4 months. Whether a person follows a dance routine or simply moves their body to different types of music, dancing may be a simple way for them to enjoy themselves and get some exercise. Thomas / EyeEm/Getty Imagesĭancing is a fun experience that can also provide a good workout. Dancing With the Stars: Ballroom Buns & Abs: Choreographed by one of our fave guys, this DWTS workout DVD is better suited to someone with a little dance experience, but it’s a total blast.Share on Pinterest Image credit: Willie B. Don’t be surprised if it also happily makes you want to dress like a belly dancer.ġ0. Hemalayaa’s The Bollywood Dance Workout: Almost an hour of Bollywood-style movements infused with hip-hop, belly-dance, Indian, classical and Bhangra dance moves had us sweating and loving this workout DVD. Feeling good is, of course, the best marker of any workout DVD, we say!ĩ. Tribal Energy Cardio: This hour-long video adapts Western African dance movements into a total-body workout that is fun and makes you feel good. Pure Barre Pershing Square: If ballet is your exercise of choice, consider this your perfect dance workout DVD.Ĩ. Despite the poor production quality, this is a must-try for any dance workout aficionado.ħ. Stomperobics, Version One: The Nutkracker: One of the most unique workout DVDs we’ve ever reviewed, this dance DVD is based on the college fraternity and sorority dance tradition of stepping/stomping. Cheryl Burke Presents Disco Abs: This fun and funky disco-music dance-athon DVD is a complete blast and will get your heart rate up. Dance with Julianne: Cardio Ballroom: This Dancing With the Stars instructor hits it out of the park with this dance DVD that’s good for seasoned beginners and newbies! And you thought ballroom dancing was boring…ĥ. We really, really like this retro dance DVD. Paula Abdul’s Get Up and Dance!: Nope, this one is for real. in this dance DVD and burn some calories.ģ. Billy Blanks Jr.’s Dance With Me Groove & Burn: With a variety of dance styles and fun tunes, you’ll shake your groove thing with Billy Blanks Jr. I love it when a DVD lives up to its dance potential!Ģ.
So You Think You Can Dance’s Get Fit Series: Tone and Groove: Hands down, our all-time favorite dance DVD.
Read on for the top 10 dance workout DVDs we’ve ever reviewed! 10 Best Dance Workout DVDsġ. And today’s post does that just: Separates the best dance DVDs from the “eh” and “meh” ones. In case you’ve forgotten, it’s New Year, New Rear week on FBG, which means we’re giving you all the tips, tools and tricks to get you to your best self in the New Year. We’ve just been workout-DVD nutters this week.
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