Health alert: Reverse ageing by dancing

According to a study conducted by Queen's University Bel-fast, dancing can actually help reverse the process of ageing and may even improve the health and happiness of the dancer.

In a report in The Times of India, lead researcher Jonathan Skinner said social dancing leads to a continued engagement with life – past, present and future – and holds the promise of successful ageing.

He added that dancing increases longevity and helps a person to enjoy life. It alleviates isolation and helps aches associated with age.

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In addition, it brings people together across communities by creating solidarity, tolerance and understanding. The research was conducted among old people living in Northern Ireland, Blackpool and Sacram-ento in the US.
Co-researcher Dr Una Lynch said the study challenges stereotypical images of ageing and highlights the fact that ageing is fun.