Zumba?!

mdove3411

Anyone had success with Zumba?

beckajw

Yes and no. I'm not much of a dancer--I prefer heavy weights and running--so I didn't really stick with it. That's a no.

However, when I did it, I burned calories. That's a yes.

hfzimmerman

I didn't lose any weight when I did zumba but I lost inches!! I got pregnant so I stopped doing it but its a great and fun workout! I'm going to be trying some other stuff but I love zumba

FlamingJune67

Absolutely! I've had to skip Zumba for the past month due to an ankle injury and, coincidentally, my weight loss has come to a standstill! Started back this week and it feels so good! Zumba is a really good whole body exercise - and it is a lot of fun! Just expect to feel awkward the first few times - everyone does!

chelledawg14

I love zumba - my arms are getting toned from it, but haven't really had weight loss from it. I work hard at it, but it all depends on the routine as to the calorie burn. I was burning 178-238 cals in 31-33 mins with the previous routines; the instruction changed them and I only burned 93 cals the last time and I'm not happy about it. Going back tonight and hopefully she's changed some things up; my heartrate never even got into the zone for me (114-148) where as before it was in the 130's - 160's; with the new routines I was at 93 most of the time. BUT, aside from being disappointed with the cals burned, I still love it. It is a lot of fun. I don't like dancing as in going out to clubs and dancing, but zumba is a blast.

marieautumn

i've tried it but disliked it. I think it's targeted for people with more than 20lbs to lose, although it will get your heart rate up regardless of your weight. i just felt silly because there was a lot of spanish dance moves incorporated and i'm too stiff. plus the classes were too packed. On the flip side, i tried another class offered by my gym which was "Cardio dance party" which basically has the same goal as Zumba, but has different moves and music.

MamaWannaRun

yes, yes and yes. I was stopped from running and lifting (dr.'s orders) but he didn't say I couldn't dance.. so, yes, ZUMBA.
I've lost almost 40 pounds.. Zumba is like any other exercise, you gotta give it your all and watch your calories in vs out.. if you don't understand a move the instructor is doing, just keep moving.. my wee girls always says, 'just keep swimming, you know, like Dorie says'... so, no matter what, MOVE, give it your all, have fun, laugh at yourself when you mess up (and you will) and dance like nobody is watching..

Kasmira0004

I have had better luck with "Just Dance" for the wii. I think it's because it's a larger variety of music, not just spanish/hop-hop which I'm really not a fan of anyway. I always felt silly doing zumba but I do know of ladies who have had great success with it. Try it out! Dancing in general is a fantastic way to lose weight/tone up/etc etc. You could even just turn the radio on and dance like a fool, which I end up doing most days too with my daughters

jljewell

Yes, I've been using Zumba Fitness for PS3. The benefit to doing it at home with a game system is no one can see me making a fool out of myself. It is good cardio because you don't stop moving.

kacarter1017

I use Zumba as part of my weekly workouts. I also do some strength work and running. As others have said, if you give it your all and push yourself it's a great workout and super fun! Our instructor is very high energy and doesn't use all Latin/hip hop but even throws in some country, Footloose, Michael Jackson. The energy of the instructor makes a big difference. When we've had a substitute, it's been much lower energy and not nearly as tough a class. For some people, this is what they are after, but it's not a good fit for me.

Be ready to laugh at yourself. And know that no one else really cares if you screw up- it all for fun!

oOMusicBabii

I have zero rhythm when it comes to dancing and I look ridiculous, but, Zumba is a TON of fun. Gets you moving, sweating and burning calories.

Plus, if you're as bad as I, you get a good laugh at yourself.

_AalexisA_

yes i lost 30 pounds due to zumba. With heathly eating as well

ladyfox1979

I am a Zumba Addict! I do my Zumba fitness on the Wii for 45 mins 2x a week, I go to Curves and they have aZumba Circuit class 6 days a week. I go every monday and Friday. I love the music and energy I get from it. Of course I add in strength training during the week just because I need to keep my body guessing.

If I could I'd do it all the time

verdugogrl

I enjoy Zumba, it will definiately make you burn calories, but its not as intense of a workout as I would like it to be. I do it on my light days so that I can still burn some calories and I have fun too

HeartME511healthy

Not sure how successful it's supposed to be however I do love to do Zumba, Belly Dancing, U Jam dance classes as cardio, it keeps me going keeps me burning and one way of dancing without dancing.

hauer01

I love it. Did it alot in the begining and now still incorporate it in with other exercise. I found it to be fun and a great workout. I would leave my class all sweaty and tired! You should try it, if you don't like it, it's only an hour of your life.

geonbaeLeilee

Oh, you mean Chaotic Flailing? I lost a couple inches. I think I'm not doing it right which is why it's not helping much. However, for burning calories, it's awesome!

Onesnap

Yes, it's a great part of my week and has been a routine since April 2011. I thought I would not like it but each teacher I've had is AMAZING. I have friends that have changed their lives due to Zumba. Plus, for me personally it burns more calories than any other exercise class.

It does not matter on your ability level--you make it your own.

If my Mom in her 60s can do Zumba post Cancer, treatments, and surgery--anyone can. You adjust it to your fitness level and needs. And no one is judging you. They are there to have fun and workout.

My class is filled with both men and women of all ages, races, shapes, and sizes.

To figure out your calorie burn go to: http://caloriesburnedhq.com/zumba-calories-burned/

You add it to your exercise list that way it is always there to choose from when you log it here

Onesnap

I have had better luck with "Just Dance" for the wii. I think it's because it's a larger variety of music, not just spanish/hop-hop which I'm really not a fan of anyway. I always felt silly doing zumba but I do know of ladies who have had great success with it. Try it out! Dancing in general is a fantastic way to lose weight/tone up/etc etc. You could even just turn the radio on and dance like a fool, which I end up doing most days too with my daughters

Actually if the Zumba teacher is following the standard rules of Zumba it should not be all International Rhythms. There should be a huge variety of music and even current Top 40 music too. I forget the ratio but I think it's supposed to be 60% International Rhythms, and 40% other music.

Onesnap

I use Zumba as part of my weekly workouts. I also do some strength work and running. As others have said, if you give it your all and push yourself it's a great workout and super fun! Our instructor is very high energy and doesn't use all Latin/hip hop but even throws in some country, Footloose, Michael Jackson. The energy of the instructor makes a big difference. When we've had a substitute, it's been much lower energy and not nearly as tough a class. For some people, this is what they are after, but it's not a good fit for me.

Be ready to laugh at yourself. And know that no one else really cares if you screw up- it all for fun!

Yep, that's the way they are supposed to do it with the music! (at least that is the way the teachers are taught when they are certified).

Anola13

I LOVE Zumba. I usually do it 3-4 times a week, but have taken a bit of a hiatus to try other things. I started back up this week and I felt great afterwards. I'm so happy to hear I wasn't the only one who didn't lose weight, but inches. My hips and legs shrunk more doing Zumba than anyother exercise I have ever done! I recommend going to classes instead of a video game if you can. So much more fun!

Onesnap

I LOVE Zumba. I usually do it 3-4 times a week, but have taken a bit of a hiatus to try other things. I started back up this week and I felt great afterwards. I'm so happy to hear I wasn't the only one who didn't lose weight, but inches. My hips and legs shrunk more doing Zumba than anyother exercise I have ever done! I recommend going to classes instead of a video game if you can. So much more fun!

I agree--classes are the way to go.

wlkumpf

Our zumba teacher does turbokick, zumba and aquazumba. I like all of them and had better results last time. I like turbokick the best! HAve zumba for wii and used it once, just am never alone at home.

There are a ton of different levels there and some of the moves are tricky, but it is fun I am a sweaty mess when I leave and have left sweat drips all over the floor too!

acrue21

I LOVE zumba!!! Zumba is what tought me to love getting a good workout in!! Its fun and i meet all kinds of great people!

UZBGIRL

I love Zumba! I have three instructors and i like them all. So much fun! I do Zumba 3-4 times per week and also Yoga 3 classed per week. You burn good amount of calories. check out this page: http://caloriesburnedhq.com/zumba-calories-burned/

I am size 6-8, workout to tone my body. My friend lost 30 lbs. within 3 months.

zozzabubba

ZUMBA IS AMAZING!

Yeah, so just like everyone else, i spent my first few weeks/months of zumba as the uncoordinated spaz at the back of the class, not knowing the moves...but I went with a friend which really helped so I stuck with it. NOW, 6 months on, I'm the confident, sports bra-wearing (zumba makes you freaking SWEAT, I find it much more comfortable in a sports bra than sticky tshirt, and as an A cup it really isn't inappropriate :P) girl right up at front and centre. I am SO HAPPY I stuck through it through the awkward first few weeks to get to where I am now! I'm wayyy more toned because of zumba, all that booty shaking really works!

The most important thing for zumba to work for you is that you don't feel self-conscious and just TRY to give every move of every dance your all, so just get into it. Even if you look ridiculous for the first few times, it doesn't matter! No-one's looking at you, they're all focused on how ridiculous they look themselves :P It's an amazing burner, and you literally don't even feel yourself working hard if you get into it enough...you feel it AFTER the class, when you've burned off 500+ cals, but during, it just feels like a dance party.

I'm gonna be sticking with zumba for life, and I'm getting certified as an instructor next month.

SO, basically, YES, ZUMBA WORKS! all you gotta do is just get into it and it works like a charm

crystalflame

I don't know how much it's really doing for my body overall (I also run and do Turbokick), but it's a ton of fun and a great way to burn some calories. Although I think I burn more calories from laughing every time the instructor gets mad at us for not shaking it hard enough USE THAT BOOTY!!!

edraper70

I've lost 45 pounds doing zumba. I could never stick with anything else, but zumba is fun.

Lmezz11

In my opinion, Zumba is fantastic! It is a lot of fun, gets you moving, and often helps you get some laughs! I think that your instructor has a lot to do with if it is successful. I did Zumba a few months ago and had a great time but didn't see many results. I just started again with a new instructor and I can feel it every time I leave! You have to find an instructor that fits with what you need/want. They are all different, but if you put the effort in and find an instructor that works for you I think you can be very successful with the program!

angel79202

Zumba is an awesome calorie burn, love it!

lovinmyselfagain

I love Zumba! I have the original DVD workout set and in 12 weeks I lost 30lbs and several inches doing Zumba only. Some people prefer classes, but I like doing it at home-too many variables dictate how intense the workout is/isn't with different instructors, etc. But, if you love to dance, then Zumba is a great way to go, whether you do it at home or in a class setting.