Why You Should Drop Everything And Date A Girl Who Dances

I've been twirling in pastel tutus since I was 2 years old, so I'm the first to admit being a dancer is incredible for the mind, body and soul.

Real talk: The leotards and ballet skirts are super chic, too.

Something about gracefully rising into an arabesque in your pointe shoes makes you feel as if the whole world pauses for a minute. Your back is arched, and your gaze is up to the sky.

The spotlight shines down on you, casting a dainty shadow onstage. Doe-eyed audience members stare up at the ballerinas in formation as their glittery tulle makes a glistening statement like no other.

You're free, frozen in time, and this moment is all yours for the taking.

Not only is dancing an unparalleled work of art, but it actually has a strong connection to the dating sphere, too.

Dating site eHarmony reveals taking dance classes is an awesome way to mingle with fellow singles, and potentially embrace an exciting new relationship.

Here are five reasons you should casually stop everything RN and date the girl who dances.

1. She's super intellectual.

Along with all the awesome physical health benefits dancing has to offer, the art has also been proven to make people smarter.

According to Stanford University, dancing increases your mental awareness. This applies to people of all ages: It's never too late to start sashaying or twerking.

When you're doing a dance routine, you're thinking about several things at once.

The Stanford paper points out, “The essence of intelligence is making decisions.”

As far as boosting your intellectual awareness is concerned, it's advised to get involved in an activity that requires quick decision-making. Learning to dance or taking new advanced-level classes does just that.

A dancer is an intellectual kind of gal.

2. She's all about positive vibes.

Dancing makes people feel good... in more ways than one.

When people dance, they experience a mood boost. A study in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine focused on teen girls dealing with stress. They enrolled in weekly dance lessons, and this impacted their mental health in an extremely positive way.

It made them happier.

The lead study author revealed,

According to these results, despite problems such as stress and other potential challenges in being an adolescent girl, dance can result in high adherence and a positive experience for the participants.

Dating a dancer brings positive vibes to the table, and your relationship will flourish.

No one likes a hardcore negative Nancy anyway. She's never invited back to the party, or (most likely) asked out on a second date.

3. She works her booty off, and it shows.

If you're looking for a woman who works her butt off, a dancer is your main squeeze.

Dancing works a ton of different muscles, and a dancer's burning calories while she's doing it. She's into her physical health, and it truly shows.

Dancing is one of the best kinds of workouts, in my opinion. You're left feeling amazing and refreshed after your class comes to a close.

Ballet classes, for example, enhance your flexibility and posture, while belly-dancing makes your thighs and glutes totally toned.

4. She's flexible.

“Flexibility” is a dancer's middle name.

Dance requires a multitude of stretching to prevent any injuries before you slay the routines on the floor, from a ceiling and toe touch to the butterfly stretch (one of my personal favorites).

By dating a dancer who's flexible and in great physical shape, you know you're in for fun adventures. If she likes the outdoors, hiking or walking the trails with a picnic lunch are prime date ideas.

5. She's dedicated.

If she's a dancer, trust me: She lives and breathes dedication on a daily basis. She truly knows what being dedicated means, and this characteristic only benefits the person she's dating.

Dancing requires a lot of hard work and effort, from practicing performing skills and nailing down dance routines to complete and utter perfection. She strives for the ultimate outcome, and will do whatever it takes to get there.

Overall, dating the girl who dances will only make your life better… and science proves it.

Citations: Use It or Lose It: Dancing Makes You Smarter (Stanford University), The Happiness Trick You Haven't Tried (Prevention), Dance Stretches to Increase Flexibility (LIVESTRONG), Dance Fitness & Weight Loss Program (Fitness Health 101)