Exercise continues to prove beneficial in managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Some research has shown that consistent exercise — at least 2.5 h/wk — can slow symptom progression and improve ...

Though many people feel shy about getting into the groove, dancing draws on a variety of mental and physical skills that distiguish it from many other forms of exercise. Dancing is aerobic, boosting ...

They come for the exercise and learn to dance from a state champion in country western dancing. They are in their 70s and 80s and are dancing to Shaboozey and Beyoncé. Mike Bendavid, who has been ...

WGN-TV‘s Jewell Hillery says the dance floor is, by far, one of her happy places. So for this edition of Jewell’s Jems on Sunday’s WGN Weekend Morning News, Jewell welcomes Lisa “La Boriqua,” who’s ...

Staying physically active helps seniors boost energy, improve mood, and strengthen the mind-body connection. (Leslie Sokol's Dance photo) The connection between your physical and mental well-being is ...

Emory University's Dr. Madeleine Hackney leads specialized tango classes for veterans living with Parkinson's disease.

As a musician, I love music and boogying on down, as they said in the 70s. When we time-travel to the ’80s, we can immerse ourselves in the new wave of synths and fierce kick drums booming below ...

Now we have news of a surprising benefit of dancing. NPR's social science correspondent Shankar Vedantam, I don't know if you are a noted dancer or not. Shankar, are you? SHANKAR VEDANTAM, BYLINE: I ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

Valley Health geriatrician advises seniors on how to maintain quality of life. She says the secret is walking.

GUILFORD — Community Fitness is calling all heroes to action! On Saturday, April 4 at 2 p.m. join us for a Superhero Fitness Party fundraiser to support the Piscataquis Regional Food Center in their ...