Dans er mer enn trim – dans sett i et kulturelt og helsefremmende perspektiv

The relationship between health and physical activity is well documented through research, but we know less about the health effects of cultural activity. The background for this project is a passionate interest in dance in general and especially folk dance. Many questions have emerged such as: What do we know about the connection between dance and health? Can social dance promote health and prevent disease? This article will present folkdance in a physical, psychosocial and cultural view.