The truth about Zumba you’ve been dying to find out!I am here to enlighten you on the effects that Zumba has on our mind and body. Through research and personal experience, I am eager to share with you the world of Zumba fitness.
Zumba is a highly talked about exercise program that combines dancing, Latin music and exercise. Various media reports support this progressing style of exercise that has tons of benefits, however, there are a few sources that report on the risks it might have.
“When I saw Zumba for the first time, the thing that struck me the most was that everybody was smiling. Happiness seemed to be the objective of the workout, with fitness as the result.” -Zumba CEO Alberto Perlman
Here are just a handful of key benefits of Zumba:
- Weight loss, keeps you active and moving
- Burn 600-1,000 calories in 1 hour
- Tones your body, build endurance & strength
- Improves heart health
- Helps you de-stress
- Improves coordination
- Anyone can do it –
- Proven to reduce negative symptoms of anxiety and depression
- It’s fun! You can meet new friends
Personally, I have been doing Zumba for about 6 years now and I love it. The best part about it is that it doesn’t feel like you are working out. Having a gym partner is also very helpful for motivation in getting to the gym. Mine happens to be my mom! We are each others biggest supporters and we have so much fun together.
Check out this inspiring story who express how Zumba changed their lives! When doing my research, I found it hard to come across any stories or articles that did not support Zumba fitness being valid method of weight loss and improving one’s quality of life.
Although there are many comments about how great Zumba is, ABC13 News Channel reports that Zumba is a fitness class where injuries and incidents can happen. It is important to engage in this exercise with proper shoes, attire and in a safe environment. Stretching after any workout is very important for muscle recovery. Most importantly, listen to your body!
The Zumba craze! There are a variety of speakers that state how much Zumba has changed their lives for the better. Some members husbands have jumped on board and state that it is better than a Friday outing. Some members say they don’t want the class to end. It is very culturally diverse and for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being.
This new clip talks about Zumba after the holidays for people looking to lose weight. Members of the Zumba classes speak on behalf of the fitness style, stating that it is way better than the typical exercise machines. Zumba is a high energy party that incorporates dancing, however, that should not intimidate you. It can be completed by all different types of people at different levels of fitness. Man, woman, young or old, it is a great way to burn calories while having fun.
Comparing what I have found in the news and through thorough research, it is safe to say that Zumba is definitely a powerful fitness program that can help you lose weight, get in shape and improve your mind and body. There are injuries that can happen, which is why it is very important to wear proper shoes and read up on anything else you might have questions about. It is helpful to consult with other people who are experienced in Zumba fitness.
References:
VLATCH, S. (2017). STRONG Group Ex: Kick Up the Intensity: ZUMBA’S NEW FULL-BODY HIIT FORMAT CREATES INTRIGUING POSSIBILITIES FOR STUDIOS AND INSTRUCTORS. American Fitness, 35(4), 52–55. Retrieved from http://library.neit.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=hxh&AN=125748749&site=ehost-live
Krishnan, S., Tokar, T. N., Boylan, M. M., Griffin, K., Du Feng, Mcmurry, L., … Cooper, J. A. (2015). Zumba® Dance Improves Health in Overweight/Obese or Type 2 Diabetic Women. American Journal of Health Behavior, 39(1), 109–120. https://library.neit.edu:2404/10.5993/AJHB.39.1.12
PR Newswire. (2018, October 10). Zumba Teams Up with Celebrity Photographer to Redefine the Fitness Industry’s “Before and After” Photos in Honor of World Mental Health Day. PR Newswire US. Retrieved from http://library.neit.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bwh&AN=201810100900PR.NEWS.USPR.FL34016&site=ehost-live
Let’s dance! How rhythmic motion can improve your health. (2016). Harvard Women’s Health Watch, 23(10), 1–7. Retrieved from http://library.neit.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=115391633&site=ehost-live