Why is healthy weight important?

Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight significantly contributes to your overall physical health and well-being. Being overweight or obese increases the risk of many chronic and potentially lethal diseases including heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers. Maintaining a healthy weight also increases your self-confidence and gives you more energy to enjoy life.

Greece is one of the few countries in the world where traditional dance is as alive today as it was in ancient times. Greek dancing is a tradition that is passed from generation to generation and has always been an important part of the fascinating culture of Greece. It is very common in social gatherings like weddings and celebrations. As any form of exercise, Greek dancing enhances the movements of all body parts and can help you improve your fitness level and lose weight. According to studies an average person weighing 60 kg can burn up to 300 calories in an hour of Greek dancing. You will be amazed to see that you will never get bored with Greek dancing as it is composed of steps performed in different directions and pace.

Walking, running or swimming for health?

Walking is a great recreational activity to improve or maintain your overall health. You can walk for fun or fitness but also improve your cardiovascular health, burn calories and boost your energy. Walking is free and doesn’t require any special skill, for that reason is recommended for people who are overweight, elderly or who haven’t exercised in a long time. Walking 30 minutes every day, can reduce the risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers.