Dancing for Fitness: Benefits, Calories, and Techniques

Dance is a powerful full-body workout that can burn over 500 calories per hour while improving coordination and hip flexibility. Discover the physics behind dance movements and learn conditioning exercises to build strong, lean muscles like a ballerina.

Low Section View of a Line of Female Ballet Dancers Practicing in the Dance Studio

How Does Dance Affect the Body?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Tammy Dray

Dancers are known for being flexible and in good shape, and it is true that dancing offers a great workout and many health benefits. Not only does it work all major muscle groups, but it also requires coordination, flexibility and strength.