Scientists from Hunan University of Science and Technology in China confirmed that dancing helps lose weight. Moreover, this type of training can be more effective than classic conditioning. Research results published In the journal PLOS ONE.
Numerous previous studies have shown that the most effective strategy for losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight is a healthy diet and regular exercise. But scientists also recognize that it may be difficult for many people to follow these recommendations and get to the gym. The purpose of the new study (meta-analysis) was to evaluate the potential of dance as a way to lose weight.
In total, scientists analyzed 10 studies on the effectiveness of dance training. They found that dancing for weight loss is suitable for both slightly overweight and obese people. In addition, according to scientists, losing weight through dance can be much more effective than classical fitness classes. The fact is that during dance training, a person’s attention switches from the lesson to positive emotions, which allows him not to concentrate on the feeling of fatigue and to exercise longer.
Researchers have also confirmed that dancing not only helps you lose weight but also improves muscle tone and balance.
Scientists added that creative dancing (such as breakdance or hip-hop) shows the greatest effectiveness for fat burning and muscle growth. When practicing traditional (folk) dances, changes in research participants’ body composition were not as pronounced.
Previously was named An important advantage of evening training.