{"product_id":"dancing-is-the-best-medicine-the-science-of-how-moving-to-a-beat-is-good-for-body-brain-and-soul-9781771646345","title":"Dancing Is the Best Medicine: The Science of How Moving to a Beat Is Good for Body, Brain, and Soul","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn illuminating gift for the dancer in your life, this entertaining book reveals the mental and physical benefits of dance--and the scientific reasons behind why humans are designed for it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDancing is one of the best things we can do for our health. In this groundbreaking and fun-to-read book, two neuroscientists (who are also dancers) draw on their cutting-edge research to \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ereveal why humans are hardwired for dance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshow how to achieve optimal health through dancing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaking readers on an \u003cstrong\u003ein-depth exploration of movement and music, from early humans up until today\u003c\/strong\u003e, the authors show the proven benefits of dance for our heart, lungs, bones, nervous system, and brain. Readers will come away with a wide range of dances to try and a scientific understanding of how dance benefits almost every aspect of our lives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance prevents and manages illness and pain: such as Diabetes, arthritis, back pain, and Parkinson's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance can be as effective as high intensity interval training: but without the strain on your joints and heart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance boosts immunity and lowers stress: it also helps reduce inflammation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance positively impacts the microbiome: and aids in digestion, weight loss, and digestive issues such as IBS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance bolsters the mind-body connection: helping us get in tune with our bodies for better overall health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe're lucky that one of the best things we can do for our health is also one of the most fun. And the best part: dance is something anyone can do. Old or young, injured or experiencing chronic pain, dance is for everyone, everywhere. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo, let's dance!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of dance featured in the book: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartner dance (salsa, swing dancing, waltz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHip hop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJazz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine dancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTap dancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Christensen, Julia F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/26\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Greystone Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781771646345\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 328\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.43h x 5.43w x 0.79d","brand":"Julia F. Christensen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39611673641035,"sku":"9781771646345","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/1697\/6715\/products\/img_88a5c9ac-789e-45a0-add1-06ce478e7f9c.jpg?v=1638984611","url":"https:\/\/blackbookstore.com\/products\/dancing-is-the-best-medicine-the-science-of-how-moving-to-a-beat-is-good-for-body-brain-and-soul-9781771646345","provider":"Black Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}