Should I attempt a Zumba class?
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Do it! I love Zumba! I have been doing it for like 3 years now... it is a fun filled hour and an Awesome stress reliever! It is "my dessert" after a hard day0
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Absolutely! It is invigorating for mind, body and spirit!
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make sure you bring your SO, the more support the better.0
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I have never been and have always thought to myself, "there is NO WAY my chunky, clumsy, uncoordinated self is going to Zumba". Well, there happens to be a class tomorrow at my gym... It's the only class on saturdays and I think I'm going to go!0
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I went! there was only 3 people in the class since it was a saturday morning. I looked rediculous but it was okay and man, do you burn through the calories!0
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Only 3? Wow. We have 15-40 per class. Small class but I bet you had fun! It is a great burn!0
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Zumba was the first group exercise class I tried and it was great!! I completely lack coordination, but ZUmba is still fun. Definitely give it a shot. Every dance can be modified to suit your fitness level. Just introduce yourself to the instructor before class and let her know it is your first class.
As a general rule, people are very self-centered. So, no matter how goofy you look at the gym, other people are so focused on how goofy or great THEY look that they really don't even notice what you are doing.0 -
i tried zumba for like 3 weeks but to no results...
was i doing something wrong or is it the body's reaction??
Between do join zumba it's lots of fun... i have my friends who have joined it and have lost weight... I dnt know what my body wants..0 -
Only 3? Wow. We have 15-40 per class. Small class but I bet you had fun! It is a great burn!0
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Omg!!! I'm starting zumba classes on Tuesday. I'm so nervous..don't know what to expect. Thanks for the details. Going (to attempt) to go 5 days a week.:embarassed:0
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Great advise. I hope everyone is so into themselves..I won't be noticed...lol0
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Didn't read everyone's answers. My suggestion is to search for a Zumba video on YouTube. I did that and followed along at home to test it out before going to a class. I then attended a class at my gym. I am not a fan of it. I didn't enjoy it as much as others do. I am sticking with kickboxing.0
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Definitely go for it! It's so much fun and trust me, nobody will be staring at you!
You just get yourself a good spot where you can see the instructor and do your best.
Key is- Don't stop moving! Have a great time!0 -
Try dragging a friend along so you can laugh together when you mess up! That's what I do!0
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Pretty much everyone looks ridiculous doing zumba. You don't need to be a good dancer to do zumba, you just need to keep moving. After a few classes you learn the moves pretty well too, and look a little more coordinated.
Honestly, sometimes you just have to push yourself out of your comfort zone to make progress. Think of it as a growing experience. Not only will you be exercise, which is good for you body, you'll be working towards getting more comfortable in your own skin, which is just as important as losing the weight (if not more so).0 -
Dont worry I danced for almost all my life and even I sometimes look crazy in zumba trying to get it together.. ITS FUN and EVERYONE is having a good time. If you cant do a move JUST KEEP DANCING0
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I tried it after being mainly stationary for many, many years. Nearly killed me, the first class.
It gets better though. Drink a lot of water and stretch.
You should attempt almost anything (that may be good for you) once, just to see if you might like it, as long as you're physically okay to do so (doctor gives the green light.)
Good luck!
~katie0 -
Yes...Love Zumba my advice is first time work in the middle....therefore you can try to grasp the fun steps...and you won't have everyone looking at you if you mess up on the first time just a little..but you will get it in no time and love it!0
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Try it! It's so fun once you finally get into it. Yes, it'll probably be a bit embarrassing at first when you don't know the moves, but that 's completely normal. Just do your best & have fun Don't be afraid of messing up & if moves are too advanced for you or you feel uncomfortable with a move, modify it!
After a few times going, I finally warmed up to zumba & I'm so glad I started doing it:)0 -
Don't focus on anyone but yourself (well, and the instructor). LOL The most important thing is to just keep moving . . . even if you are just walking/marching in place until you can get back into the steps. Everyone has to start somewhere so just don't give up!
Best wishes :flowerforyou:0
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