ZUMBA - A FUN FORM OF FITNESS

Why workout when you can party? Why pump iron when you can stay pump it up on the floor? Why heave and huff, when you can bounce and step up?

Welcome to the world of Zumba! This Latin-inspired dance workout has literally taken the world by storm. What’s so special about Zumba, you ask? Here is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class."Whether you love to groove to the beats of salsa, flamenco, or our very own Bhangra music, Zumba feels more like a dance party than a workout, which is exactly why Zumba is so popular.

You don’t need to be a ‘workout enthusiast’ to start out. If the pulsating music reverberates in your heart, sets your feet tapping, and make your hips sway, you are ready to begin. Don’t worry if you have two left feet. Zumba does not need prior experience or interest in dancing. You could be a young teen or a grandmother; you could be a stock broker or a housewife; you could be just about anybody to enjoy the fun exercise called zumba.

SO HOW DOES ZUMBA HELP YOU

Hate to hit the gym? Can’t motivate yourself to go for a run? Find exercising monotonous? That’s why Zumba! This workout-in-disguise has unique physical and mental health benefits.

• You’ll get a great cardio workout that burns about 500 calories in a 60 min session.That beats cycling for an hour!

• The classes move between high- and low-intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. So don’t worry about getting breathless.

• The jumps and lunges that are parts of the choreographed movements help work the quads and hamstrings.

• Most of these Latin based movements are designed to help tone the glutes.

• Zumba regulars enjoy an increased level of flexibility which is extremely essential for joint mobility.

• This workout also emphasizes on strengthening the core and conditioning the muscles.

• Besides losing weight, Zumba can help lower your risk of heart disease, reduce your blood pressure and bad cholesterol.

Zumba classes offer a fast-paced cardiovascular workout.The best part about Zumba is that it’s not only the most fun but also the most versatile form of workout. Classes can be geared for just about any fitness level. Though most Zumba involves high-impact moves like bouncing and jumping, it can be modified to meet your needs.

Want to tone up? Opt for Zumba Toning. There’s a Zumba for every age group. Looking for Zumba for senior citizens?There’s Zumba Gold for elderly clients, where themoves have been adapted to suit the needs of the generation. For little kids, there’s the Zumbatomic, a fun way to expend all that boundless energy, designed specifically to give kids a good workout.

When the temperatures are rising, and you don’t want to break a sweat in a stuffy studio, opt for Aqua Zumba, alow-impact, high-energy aquatic exercise which takes the traditional Zumba moves into the pool. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to swim. You don’t need prior knowledge of swimming to do the Aqua Zumba. In waist deep water, your Zumba trainer will help you exercise, while you groove to the music. Water is nature’s best workout platform. With its natural resistance, every step you take will be more challenging than doing it on land. Water also protects you from joint-related injuries, so it’s great for those who are concerned about tearing ligaments or joints.

When a good cardio workout such as Zumba is coupled with a healthy diet and some strength and resistance training, it can lead to effective weight loss and a healthy life!

By Neeta Alva (Zin)

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