1. 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 10-29-13

2. .......................... 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

3. .......................... 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

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

7. .......................... 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 !

8. .......................... 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

9. .......................... 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

10. .......................... 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

11. .......................... 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.

12. .......................... 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, p149- 163

13. .......................... 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 2013 94(2):240-24

14. .......................... UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA My experiences

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17. .......................... 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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20. .......................... 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

21. .......................... UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA In closing, I share with you……Matilda http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LOdmka 4_90 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LOdmka 4_90

22. .......................... UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA  ORLANDO, FLORIDA Thank You! Linda.Hennig@ucf.edu Linda Hennig College of Nursing University of Central Florida