U N I V E R S I T Y O F C E N T R A L F L O R I D A College of Nursing Maintaining Maximum Cognitive and Physical Function with Age Linda M. Hennig, EdD, RN

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA “Use it or lose it” Staying active helps keep joints/muscles/bones healthy Mind challenging activities may prevent or delay the onset of dementia Commonly accepted beliefs

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA More research has been conducted on effects of mind challenging activities than of physical activities to maintain cognitive function or prevent decline with age

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Brief Review of research literature on physical, social, and cognitive benefits of dance Today’s presentation

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UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Flexibility Strength Endurance Social interaction Cognition Mental Health Balance/fall prevention Perceived Benefits

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA It has been postulated by Italian researchers that 21 minutes of dancing 3x a week matches the cardiovascular benefit from working out on a treadmill or bicycle !

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango 200 calories per hour Hustle 300 calories per hour Salsa, Jive 350 calories per hour Calories burned

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA 2003 article in the New England Journal of Medicine by Vergese et al, titled Leisure Activities and the Risk of Dementia in the Elderly Findings: Among leisure activities, reading, playing board games, playing musical instruments, and dancing were associated with a reduced risk of dementia. Research review

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA The only physical activity to offer protection against dementia was frequent dancing. Reading - 35% reduced risk of dementia Bicycling and swimming - 0% Doing crossword puzzles at least four x a week - 47% Playing golf - 0% Dancing frequently - 76%. – That was the greatest risk reduction of any activity studied, cognitive or physical. Findings, con’t

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA In 2009, Keogh, et al, published an article in the Journal of Aging & Physical Activity titled Physical Benefits of Dancing for Healthy Older Adults: A Review Findings: Moderate evidence to improve aerobic power, lower body muscle endurance, strength and flexibility, balance, agility, and gait through dancing.

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA In 2010 Murcia, et al., studied the impact of amateur dancing on well-being beneficial effects were found related to the emotional dimension, as well as physical, social and spiritual dimensions positive benefits also linked to self-esteem and coping strategies Shall we dance? An exploration of the perceived benefits of dancing on well-being, Arts & Health: International Journal for Research, Policy & Practice. Sep2010, Vol. 2 Issue 2, p

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA In 2013, Foster, et al, reported the effects of a 12-month community-based tango dance program on activity participation among individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) Findings: Participants reported increased participation in complex daily activities, recovery of activities lost since the onset of PD, and engagement in new activities Participants were improving instead of deteriorating. Co-author Earheart has new 1.5 mil NINDS grant to compare tango with treadmill. Community-Based Argentine Tango Dance Program Is Associated With Increased Activity Participation Among Individuals With Parkinson's Disease. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation February (2):240-24

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA My experiences

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UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Group lessons – Basic – Intermediate – advanced Private lessons – Most instructors/studios give first lesson free – Try several different instructors – Purchase “introductory” package first Social dances – Just get out there! Where to start??

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UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Dancing Has cardiovascular benefits Improves Flexibility, Strength, Endurance, Balance Increases socialization Aids Excess Weight reduction Reduces risk of developing dementia Summary

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA In closing, I share with you……Matilda 4_90 4_90

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Thank You! Linda Hennig College of Nursing University of Central Florida