Learning how to play the flute means learning to take care of your body. Improving your lung capacity and core strength is the most obvious health benefit. But there are others, as well. As you learn to play well, a number of fine motor skills will improve: hand-eye coordination, finger dexterity, core control, and proper posture. Mastering the flute also requires a healthy mind, which the player can develop through constant disciplined study. We're not saying you'll feel like a brand new person after learning the flute, but the health benefits are too good to ignore.