Purely me | Issue 2 | 2019 Autumn/Winter

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Mind + Body

Dance like nobody is watc Your mind and body will thank you for it! by Elisa Raffaelli | Head of Brand | @er_theshoequeen I often get asked why I dance all the time. No matter where I am – on the street, in a club, at home or at my desk – if a song makes my feet itch, I will throw some moves! Why? Simply because it makes me feel so good! However, “dance like nobody is watching” is easier said than done. Often people are scared to dance because they lack coordination or fear being judged. Do not underestimate the power of dancing. It can be fun and count as your cardio for the day but it is so much more! 16

First, dancing is universal. It works for all ages, genders and shapes. No matter how long or how fast you dance, dancing is a great cardio exercise. It can be a gentle exercise you can adapt to your own pace, style and abilitie. Its freedom of execution makes you more in control. No matter your level, it can be fun and regularly practised because it does not feel like a chore. It also helps you to improve your coordination and balance. You can develop certain muscles that influence your centre of gravity. This can help reduce dangerous falls as you age.


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