For the elderly, square dancing can exercise, enhance physical fitness, but also conducive to socializing and socializing. The following types of square dances are suitable for the elderly:
1, aerobics class: easy to learn, the movement of the regularity of the strong, such as "left and right bow", "calories" and so on.
2, folk dance: characterized by beautiful melodies and movements, such as "Prairie Serenade", "Dream Wedding" and so on.
3, social dance: focus on the coordination of the pace and posture, such as the waltz, cha-cha-cha, tango and so on.
4. Traditional Kung Fu Dance category: based on traditional Chinese martial arts, incorporating elements of dance, such as Tai Chi Chuan Dance, Five Birds Dance and so on.
When choosing square dances, you should select the appropriate type and difficulty of dance according to the physical conditions and health of the elderly, and try to avoid too intense or difficult dances. At the same time, attention should be paid to protecting joints and avoiding injuries during square dancing.
Elderly people need to pay attention to the following points when dancing square dance:
1. Warm-up exercises: Before dancing, carry out appropriate warm-up exercises, such as rotating the head, swinging the arms, etc., in order to prevent injuries.
2, correct posture: pay attention to maintaining good posture, such as straightening the back, lifting the head, closing the abdomen and lifting the buttocks. This helps to avoid lumbar and joint injuries.
3. Reasonable timing: Don't dance excessively, especially when the weather is hotter, to avoid overexertion.
4. Dress appropriately: Wearing proper sneakers can provide better support and reduce pressure on the feet and ankles, as well as relieve pressure on the knees and lower back.
5. Keep communicating: When dancing with others, be careful to communicate with them to avoid collisions or accidents.
6. Eat healthy: Make sure you are well hydrated and have enough nutrients to keep your body healthy.
7. Pay attention to the temperature: When dancing in cold or wet weather, you need to pay attention to keep warm to prevent cold or injury.
In short, the elderly should pay attention to safety, health and reasonable exercise when dancing in the square.