Most of us remember learning square dancing in grade school. We were oddly fascinated with it, wondering if that really was how our forefathers had danced. But we went home, turned on the TV and forgot about the dance. MTV wiped out any aspirations of becoming a national square dancer.

Maybe it's time to give square dancing another try. Easy enough for anyone to learn, square dancers follow a caller who gives directions. There is no tricky footwork, no difficult grabs, or complicated moves to worry about. The most complicated move you might have to deal with is the promenade or do-si-do. That's nothing compared to the ballroom moves you tried to learn after "Dancing with the Stars" premiered.

Square Dance Omaha claims that Square dancing improves "many aspects of your mental, social and physical health." It's website also says that it will lower your blood pressure while strengthening your bones.

Many dancers say that it's also done wonders for their social lives. Many senior citizens and older singles are finding that dancing has a way of bringing friendship and romance to their lives.

If you're looking for a way to rejuvinate your social and physical health, maybe you should just do-si-do down to the nearest square dance.

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