Monday, April 16, 2012

Dancing Queen

What a great song but no doubt one that gets me off my chair and just makes me start dancing. And then another great song follows and I keep on dancing. Last time I did it I felt absolutely liberated and when I was done, I felt energized and full of life.


There are many health benefits linked to dancing... One of the most attractive ones is that it helps in maintaining {or losing for that matter} a healthy weight as it puts all your muscles into motion and that way helps you burn calories.


Dancing to your favorites tunes also helps in preventing osteoporosis, which is caused by a drop in estrogen levels, and the motion in our joints aids in keeping them lubricated which in turns helps in combating arthritis.


Because dancing requires a certain level of coordination and mental activity, it is a great way to keep you busy thus relaxing your mind and improving your memory {how about a little Tango!}... and all of this combined will work wonders on helping you stay young!


Finally, dancing is one of the most diverse types of exercising because of it's many forms and origins. You can go for the fast paced rhythms of salsa and samba or you can opt for the more classic moves of ballet routines. Whatever it is that you decide to groove on it will be a great way to elevate your endorphin levels... I mean, make you happy!

Have a great day and keep on moving!
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43 comments:

  1. NedaApril 16, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    I love dancing. I can't help it when I hear a good beat! Have a wonderful week! xx

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  2. HAMPTON HOSTESSApril 16, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    Love dancing! It's completely liberating just like you said! Great images!

    Barbara

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  3. jeanette from everton terraceApril 16, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Haven't danced outside my house in years because my husband doesn't like to but in the house - yep, all the time :)
    I'm absolutely going to have Dancing Queen stuck in my head all day now!

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  4. BonnieApril 16, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Dance is a great form of exercise. I look forward to my dance class every week.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  5. Tiffany KadaniApril 16, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Ah! A post that is close to my heart. Yes, dancing is the miracle drug. I cannot imagine life without it.

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  6. roothApril 16, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    I've been looking for different dance classes, just to pick up another hobby. Thanks for the little nudge :)

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  7. little luxury listApril 16, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    I wish i was better at dancing salsa with my husband! But I still enjoy dancing, even if its is in our living room1

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  8. J.April 16, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    I'm a dance teacher, but it's been ages since I just went out dancing...now the weekend can't come soon enough!

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  9. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    I am a dancing fool! It just makes me so happy!! Hope you had a great weekend!! xo Elizabeth

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  10. tinajoApril 16, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    I love dancing - though I mostly do it at home since the kids came. :-)

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  11. margaret cruzemarkApril 16, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    This is so great. I love dancing!!!
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  12. The Dainty Dolls HouseApril 16, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Dancing is wonderful. A few minutes a day with your fave songs and you feel so much better!! I love it :) x

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  13. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsApril 16, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    I love dancing too! At home dance parties can be so fun!

    Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  14. Elle SeesApril 16, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    I love a mini dance party when immhome alone!

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  15. yiqin;April 16, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    nice post <3

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  16. JamieApril 16, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Nothing cures a bad move faster than dancing around the house.

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  17. jApril 16, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    Sometimes I think I should take a dance class. I'm embarrassingly awkward when I dance so I don't really do it often though it's fun when I stop thinking about it and do it. :)

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  18. A Crimson KissApril 16, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    That first photo is just so perfect! I grew up in ballet studios, and I love cozying back up to the barre–I even took John with me to a class! Poor guy was in such pain he couldn't even take part in the floor work!

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  19. GloriaApril 16, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    I don't go out dancing at bars & clubs much anymore at my ripe old age of 29, but dance parties in the house? Still a regular event :-)

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  20. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    I am a closet dancer--I dance all the time at home, just little things like getting good news or eating a really good meal, lol. The best is when there are friends over and dancing breaks out--my favorite thing in life, I swear. Hope you are well Elie!

    xo Mary Jo

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  21. style-xyzApril 16, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    I agree! Dancing is a great form of activity! I love dancing ate party in the club, but I also often dance at home, when I'm alone ;)

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  22. JohannaApril 16, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    Dancing is the best work out ever. I can't wait until I deliver this beach ball and can return to it!

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  23. EverythingPrettyGirlsApril 16, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    You've just inspired me to go home and have a dance party, haha! But, i love dancing - whether it's at a party or by myself getting ready for work.

    xo everything-pretty.com

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  24. The Chic SheetApril 16, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    I love dancing! Beautiful images :)

    XX,
    Miranda

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  25. hautepinkprettyApril 16, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    This post makes me want to dance :D Xox <3 hautepinkpretty.com

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  26. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    Yes yes YES! That song alaways makes me feel in the mood for a wee boogie haha. You're right, dancing is a fantastic way of keeping in shape. No excuses for late sat nights out huh? :P

    Eeli xo

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  27. AlexaApril 16, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    One of the best ways to get in shape! :)

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  28. MariaApril 16, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    I'm not much of a dancer, but I enjoy busting a move every now and then.


    Maria @ Orchard Bloom

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  29. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    We're a dancing household, we put on the music and we're all boogieing!!

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  30. - mariiApril 16, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    wow, amazing! i didn't knew all that power that dance had! i love dancing :))

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  31. Rachel {little bits of lovely}April 16, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    I loved this post and have always wanted to learn how to dance properly; I knew it was great for fitness, but it seems there are so many other benefits too! Mmm you have me thinking now... xx

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  32. Head to Toe ChicApril 16, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    Loved this post! I love to dance :)

    xo,
    Angela
    headtotoechic.blogspot.com

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  33. Kathy April 16, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Makes me want to get up and dance. xoxo
    http://www.hellohellofriday.com/

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  34. JosieApril 17, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    Sometimes I feel the same way -- when certain songs come on, I can't help myself!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  35. Miss AmyApril 17, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    I wish my hair looked like the ballerina's every day! :) I'm glad you love dancing. I wish I felt the same! haha!

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  36. Elisa @ Crazy, Amazing LifeApril 17, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    aah, what a great post! I have alway loved dancing, but lately I haven't done nearly as much of it as I should/would like to! Thank you for motivating me to find joy and better health in something I already love!

    Gorgeous pics!

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  37. OApril 17, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    Love this post! Dancing is the best medicine: you are being active, you laugh and you are socializing (unless you are alone), it always cheers me up! xoxo

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  38. kApril 17, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    maybe that is why zumba is so fabulous!

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  39. Diana MieczanApril 17, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    This post just made me super happy!!! I love those photos and now I want to dance the day away:) Muah, sweetie.

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  40. Beauty FollowerApril 17, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    Lovely photos!!!

    Thanks for stopping by ;)

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  41. StephanieApril 17, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    got to love a good dance tune!

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  42. MarissaApril 17, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I just pinned that first photo to Pinterest. I just love it!

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  43. Molly PageApril 17, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    The pictures in this post are so beautifully collected! I fell in love with every one of them. Lovely job.

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