1.  It uses up almost 400 calories an hour

2.  It works almost every muscle in the body – ouch – in particular, strengthening heart muscles

3. It is weight bearing so it increases bone density, preventing osteoporosis

4.  It releases endorphins so improves sleep and reduces stress

5. It reduces cellulite apparently – how about that, then?

To find out more go to www.shimmyshand.co.uk

For more facts and figures visit http://www.scottishdancing.org/information/factsheet.php