Dandiya is one of the folk dance forms which belongs to the state of Gujarat. Dandiya , the sword dance represents the victory of good over evil. Dandiya raas is performed with brightly decorated bamboo sticks called dandiyas.
Dandiya is a fast-paced dance that increases the heart rate, improves heart health, and blood circulation and reduces heart disease risk.
Dandiya dance moves helps to shed extra pounds. It helps in weight loss in a healthy and fun way.
Dandiya engages multiple group of muscles in the arms, legs and shoulders. The repetitive dance moves helps to tone muscles and build strength.
Dandiya involves precise hand and leg movement. Regular practice of dandiya can improve motor skills, reflexes, body awareness which helps in better coordination.
The smooth dance moves of dandiya improves flexibility and muscle elasticity, which can prevent stiffness and injuries.
Dancing releases the feel-good hormone endorphin that relieves stress, anxiety and depression. Dandiya with its colourful celebration and social bonding acts as a stress buster.