Forget the lonesome boring regimen of running miles on the treadmill. Ballroom Dancing has become the "in way" to not only get in shape, but to find your perfect partner. According to an article on MSN dating, the hit television series Dancing With The Stars has resulted in more lasting romantic partnerships than the matchmaking franchise, The Bachelor.

For singles seeking the right partner or for couples looking to rekindle romance, moving rhythmically to beautiful music is a huge turn-on that's hard to resist. The romantic rumba, the passionate tango, the playful cha cha and the wistful waltz, all have one common denominator; sex appeal. As endorphins begin to flow, and emotions run high, it's hard to resist, if only for a few minutes, the pure enjoyment that the person in your arms brings to you by making you feel glamorous, elegant and desirable.

Just as appealing is the work-out aspect of partner dancing. Having fun and dressing up all the while you are doing something important like getting fit and healthy, help to create a more positive self-image. When a person feels good about themselves, they feel more desirable to others. And studies show that physical touch releases the same feel-good hormone as chocolate!

Are you looking to enhance, rekindle or repair an already existing relationship? They say it takes two to tango. Like all relationships, ballroom dancing requires two people working together to reach a common goal. Teamwork is a crucial part of ballroom dancing. Both partners have a role to play and the more difficult the dance steps become, the more important it is to work together. Solving problems with your partner is key to making any relationship successful. In ballroom dancing, each person has his or her own steps, but they must learn to coordinate them in order to dance smoothly. The partners must have a mutually agreed solution to take those steps with confidence.

Ballroom dancing has many other similarities to a lasting romantic relationship. It involves trust, respect of boundaries, compromise and a balance of power. The man may lead the direction of the dance, but the woman will determine the distance traveled based on her ability and comfort level.

And best of all, anybody can ballroom dance. All you need is a good pair of dance shoes and music. Throughout your life you will always have social functions to attend. You can't take your golf clubs to a wedding or class reunion, but you can bring your dancing skills! So get up, get moving and go dancing! Because best of all, ballroom dancing prepares our bodies physically, mentally and emotionally for what we all know as our favorite couples "workout". See you on the wood!