Spotlight On: Dance Your Ass Off

The new Oxygen TV show "Dance Your Ass Off" premiered this week. The show, a mixture of "The Biggest Loser" and "Dancing With the Stars" shows 12 contestants how to lose weight by healthy eating, working out, and, as the name suggests, dancing. At first I was a bit hesitant about the show - would they be exploiting overweight people for the amusement of the audience? And then I watched it...

"Dance Your Ass Off" is an amazing show with heart. Showcasing the backstory of each contestant, it shows how they got to their weight and what they're willing to do in order to become healthy. What the program shows is that losing weight could be fun. 

Sure, working out isn't always entertaining, and eating healthy could just be boring, but dancing? Dancing is ALWAYS fun. Whether it's professionally with a class, or in your bedroom while listening to the radio, dancing is a great way to pass the time, get excited, and even lose some weight. And that, ultimately, is what the show is saying. 

So what I say to you? Whether you want to lose weight or not, dance! Get your blood pumping, and your toes tapping. It may not produce immediate results, but with every smooth move you'll be working your way towards a healthier lifestyle. It's a great alternative for those who hate running, jogging or other cardio activities because it just as easily gets your heart racing. 

And, really, who DOESN'T like to dance?