Dancing has been deeply rooted in human culture ever since the dawn of time, with our ancestors moving to rhythms long before they were able to read and write. Today, the combination of music and movement is not only fun, it also helps to keep us fit.
Dance is more than just a fun pastime; it's also a great form of exercise. What's more, it's one of the few styles of exercise that are suitable for every type of person, every age group and every body shape. While some prefer to dance as a couple, others like to move alone to modern music, and still others are happiest when dancing in groups to rich rhythms or classical melodies. In short, there are lots of options. It's a form of exercise that doesn't have to feel like hard work.
Music makes the difference
Put your headphones in and shut the world out. Music is the ultimate mood enhancer. It has a wide-ranging positive impact on your mindset and can boost motivation. When you dance, music provides the beat and you move your body in time with it. For many people, the drive to exercise relies on their own willpower and self-discipline, but with dance the music provides a natural form of motivation that distracts you from the exertion involved.
Dancing keeps you fit
Dancing on a regular basis improves your long-term health. You'll be doing your health a favour if you dance regularly because doing so has a positive effect on the whole body in that your movements stimulate your circulation and strengthen your heart. Furthermore, the positions and moves that dancing requires will strengthen your spine and exercise every muscle in your body. And your joints, too, will benefit, because dancing is considered a low-impact sport.
Dancing also stimulates your creativity, keeping you fit not only physically but also mentally, because remembering the steps trains the memory and coordination at the same time. People who dance will find that their concentration and dexterity improves. It's worth developing these habits at a young age and getting into a good groove.
Sport promotion contribution of up to CHF 900*
SWICA contributes toward dance classes and private lessons with SWICA-recognised instructors and schools. SWICA covers 90% of the costs under your Completa Forte supplementary plan, up to 300 francs per calendar year. Praevita covers an additional 50% of the costs up to 300 francs per year. Optima supplementary insurance covers 90% of the cost exceeding this amount, up to a maximum of 300 francs per calendar year. This can result in prevention contributions of up to 900 francs per year. This contribution is part of the total contribution toward preventive healthcare.*Click here for details of the contribution (in German).
Sociable and good for your health
We recommend that health-conscious people spend at least one hour a week dancing. You may also consider doing an endurance sport, such as swimming, jogging, or walking, on the side as a way of staying fit.
For your health: santé24 and SWICA Benecura
Do you have a health question? Our physicians and healthcare professionals at santé24 are available 24/7 on +41 44 404 86 86 for SWICA customers. In addition to telephone health advice, patients whose conditions are appropriate for telemedicine can receive medical services such as diagnostics, treatment, and even e-prescriptions for prescription medications.
Do you feel ill? The SWICA Benecura medical app makes it easy to carry out a digital SymptomCheck. You will receive a personal recommendation about what to do next. Send your information in encrypted form to the santé24 online practice for your telephone consultation to significantly shorten the assessment.
