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Former state Sen. Ember Reichgott Junge lays out health benefits of partner dance in new book

"I always feel better when I'm dancing," Ember told Nina Moini, host of Minnesota Public Radio's Minnesota Now on March 19. "No matter how stressed or angry I might be." Hear her story of a hard-charging state senator turned partner dancer. "I had to love myself first before I could love another person."

Then there's the amazing health benefits of dance, including a welcoming community. Did you know that loneliness or social isolation can increase risk of premature death by nearly 30 percent? Find out more in this MPR interview about the physical, emotional, and mental health benefits of partner dance!