Dance Classes May Peak in Benefit at Just 20 Minutes for Older Adults
Summary
In healthy adults over 60, dance programs led to medium-to-large improvements in physical function across 24 studies. The sweet spot for benefits appeared to be around age 70-75, and surprisingly, sessions of about 20 minutes showed the strongest effects. Longer sessions actually showed declining returns. An 8-week program was enough to see meaningful gains, and community-dwelling adults benefited more than nursing home residents.
Practical Takeaway
This review suggests short dance sessions may support physical function in older adults.
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