Zumba has been around for a while, but it continues to sweep the nation. You can find classes in more and more gyms near you. That's because it's a total body workout, fun, and different that your typical gym routine. You don't have to go to the gym to get your Zumba on either. There are home DVDs you can purchase, it's "On Demand" on cable, and you can even play it on your video game console. This way if you're embarassed to shake your booty in front of strangers, you can do it alone at home. Or even get the whole family involved and do it together.
Need more reasons why you should try this workout? Here you go!
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It's not dance, it's dance fitness.
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Interval training, which uses fast and slow sequences which burns more fat.
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Most people burn up to 400 to 600 calories per hour.
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Workout for the whole body.
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Mainly targets, hips, abs, thighs, and butt.
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Fun for everyone, unless you're under specific doctor orders.
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Improves coordination, boosts mood, and helps with weight loss.
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Heart-health benefits and give you your cardio workout.
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Wear dance shoes or cross trainers to protect your feet.
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Lively music, laid-back atmosphere, and basic easy dance steps.
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Zumba began as an accident. One of the co-founders, Alberto "Beto" Perez, forgot his aerobics tapes and put on his salsa songs instead. It was an instant hit and thus Zumba was born in 2001.
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Zumba is Colombian for buzz like a bee.
What do you love about Zumba?
