Ditch the Workout, Join the Fun!!
Exercise has always been a challenge for me, but I have recently discovered a new exercise / dance class called Zumba. It is a Latin rhythm aerobics class that is not only a workout, but a TON of fun!! Although, it is a "Latin" based class, the music alone will keep you coming back for more. One of my favorite Zumba songs, is the one that is playing with the video, but don't let that fool you....we dance along to Nickelback, Shakira, Miley Cyrus, Michael Buble' and many more.
So why "blog" about zumba??? Because like I said, exercise has always been a burden for me...and something that I felt I had to "fit" into my life although I didn't want to. It was one of those things that would put added "stress" on me to try and fit in, because I never found the type of exercise that was right for me. Now, I am making time to go to every Zumba class I can fit it. It is NO longer a challenge, or something that "complicates" my life! In fact, if I don't make it so Zumba, I feel like I am missing out!
So, to recap.... Tons of FUN, just makes you feel good, you get to hang out with all your friends, listen to some GREAT music, and burn the calories all at the same time! It don't get much better than that!!
Many of you don't know a little secret about me....
I'll get this blog up and running and I'll plan to share this with you around the 1st of March, then maybe you'll know why finding a workout that works for me is SO important!!
So....if you haven't already, step outside of your box and go ZUMBA!!!
Great slide show, Jenn! I LOVE Zumba, too! Lara makes it so much fun! (Maria was great, too, but I've only been to one of her classes.) Zumba is addictive, isn't it? Like you, I struggle with exercise, too, because honestly, I'd rather be sitting on the couch or in front of the computer. I actually look forward to Zumba, though. There is a fun, social aspect to it as well, doncha think? It's so much fun and the hour flies by. I think I could do a 2 hour class!
ReplyDeletelove it! of course you bring a camera when I am wearing my "non Zumba" clothes!! Oh well, you look like you are lovin' Zumba!! I think we should learn the dance moves on the 911 video!
ReplyDeleteI'm a Zumba junky too. Make it to class usually 2 or 3 times a week as my cardio. I wish I could just do zumba but I realized last time I tried that, I wasn't seeing any results and quit. Now, I have learned that my body needs a lot of weights to build the muscle to burn up the fat. Now, I use Zumba as my reward for working hard on the weight/resistance machines and I've found the combination has kept me from being sore from either one. Crazy but it's working. Lost 5 pounds and have lost inches all over my body in just 2.5 weeks. Got back into my "skinny jeans" already and that made me happy. I'm glad we have both finally found what works for us. Keep up the great work!
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I'm going to my first ever Zumba at the Y tmr!!! I'm excited but I am stopping as soon as I feel my heart in my throat, I'm so out of shape. Love the song, I was bouncing in my seat :)
ReplyDeleteHave fun Jess!! It is super addicting and before you know it, the hour will be over :)
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I've always been afraid to try Zumba. It looks really fun but I have no dance background and I'm afraid I'll have trouble keeping up and look like and idiot while crashing into people and making them mad. Is it hard to learn?
ReplyDeleteAnn, you would love it. The music makes it fun and before you know it the hour is over. The first few times we a bit tough, because you have to learn the moves....stick with it and before you know it, you'll be the "dancing queen". In fact, last night at Zumba, we were all talking about going out and dancing now!! Definitely outside my box, but looking forward to doing it. Certainly a confidence booster :)
ReplyDeleteLet me know if you try it!!
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