VIDEO: Highlights from Stars of Dancing with the Stars event
January 29, 2009
Heart disease is number one cause of death for men and women in the U.S. And as Cedar Rapids’ Heart Hospital -- St. Luke’s Hospital is celebrating heart month by raising awareness about this deadly disease.
To kick-off Heart Month St. Luke’s held a very special event called “Stars of Dancing with the Stars.”
Jonathan Roberts and Anna Trebunskaya from TV’s Dancing with the Stars, as well as Dr. Ryan Sundermann from St. Luke’s Emergency Room enlightened a crowd of nearly 1,000 on how dancing can be heart healthy late last month.
According to Dr. Sundermann there several things individuals can do to preventing heart disease:
• Healthy diet – low fat, high fiber, lots of fruits & veggies
• Consume moderate amounts of red wine (no more than two glasses)
• Healthy habits – don’t smoke
• Talk with your family doctor to determine your risks for heart disease
• Get regular exercise – like dancing, which is a great exercise option for ALL ages.
Other Benefits of dance:
• Psychological – increased self esteem, positive effect of hobby
• Social - part of community, shared interest with someone
• Emotional – physical activity supports hormone regulation, and you feel better about yourself
• Neurological – blood flow to brain, reorganize how you think
• Balance and coordination
Jonathan and Anna performed several of their favorite dances and shared inside scoop from the hit show, including the amazing stories of several celebrities’ fitness makeovers while on Dancing with the Stars!
Roberts competed on seasons 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 of Dancing with the Stars, dancing with: Rachel Hunter, Giselle Fernandez, Heather Mills, Marie Osmond and Monica Seles. Trebunskaya competed on seasons 2, 5 and 6 dancing with Jerry Rice, Albert Reed and Steve Guttenberg.
For individuals wanting to learn more about their risk for heart disease St. Luke’s is offering a FREE tool. It is an online assessment individuals can take in about seven minutes. The survey can be found on this website by clicking on “Quick Links” and choosing HEARTaware.
Here are some video highlights from the Stars Dancing with the Stars event!
Ashley Hinson (KCRG-TV) & Scott Schulte (KZIA) dance practice
Jonathan & Anna dance to Journey tune
Jonathan & Anna final dance
Ashley Hinson’s final dance
Scott Schulte’s final dance
