Zumba!!!

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Centerstagekris
Centerstagekris Posts: 57
in Fitness and Exercise
Hey there!! I go to a Zumba class at a local wellness center. Does anyone have a clue how many calories a person burns doing an hour of Zumba?? I think it can be quite a lot! Thanks!! :o)

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  • MaureenH39
    MaureenH39 Posts: 315 Member
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    A friend on here that goes and wears an HRM told me it is about 9 to 12 calories a minute depending on your current weight and intensity. She said she usually burns about 700 cals, but I am not sure what her weight is.
  • 4lafz
    4lafz Posts: 1,078 Member
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    Depending on instructor, I burn anywhere between 300-400 for the 60 minute class. Best way to know - get yourself a reliable HRM
  • ginnyroxx
    ginnyroxx Posts: 763
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    it really depends. If you're not using a HRM, you can probably get a close figure by logging it under aerobics, high impact.

    I've found, for myself, depending on my instructor I can burn anywhere from 415 - 800 calories in an hour. HUGE difference. Fortunately I have an HRM to get an accurate figure.

    zumba rules though, right? LOVE IT!
  • Centerstagekris
    Centerstagekris Posts: 57
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    yes!!! i do LOVE it!! What type of HRM should I get?? What type is a reliable one? Also where can I get one?
  • ginnyroxx
    ginnyroxx Posts: 763
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    I :heart: my Polar F6.
    whichever one you decide to get should have a chest strap.

    i got mine on ebay, but i know they sell them at sporting good stores and even in the fitness centers in stores like Sears.
    Ebay is where you'll probably find the best deal.

    Do a search here on the forums for HRM and you'll see LOTS of threads.
  • Centerstagekris
    Centerstagekris Posts: 57
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    Thanks so much!! I'll definitely check them out!! :o)
  • thenebean9
    thenebean9 Posts: 216
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    I burn about 700 calories in a 45 minute class, 900 in a one hour class, and 1200 if I teach a one hour class! :)

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