Let's talk ZUMBA!!

andreafischer1982

I have bad knees (injuries) and just saw a Zumba Gold dvd collection on QVC this morning..........I'm tempted to buy it because I think it's less intense and I could probably do it............wondering now if my library has any of those..........

think it is a good idea and i ware knee bandages because i have some troubles with my knees too from time to time

andreafischer1982

I have bad knees (injuries) and just saw a Zumba Gold dvd collection on QVC this morning..........I'm tempted to buy it because I think it's less intense and I could probably do it............wondering now if my library has any of those..........

think it is a good idea and i ware knee bandages because i have some troubles with my knees too from time to time

oh and i also use dance sneakers so it is easier for the knees too to turn around quickly

WAHMto5

Just started a few weeks ago to a actual class (never have done a video), and really enjoying it! It is quite the workout for the full hour.

andyswoman

:flowerforyou: Thanks so much, everyone, for your awesome input! Keep it coming! :flowerforyou:

ladylocker

Check out the ReFit Revolution ladies on Youtube. They have a number of songs & playlists. You'll love them!

alycat1990

I love zumba! I try to do the classes offered at my gym once a week - sometimes I dont get to do Zumba at the gym because my work schedule clashes with some of the class times. I am strongly considering purchasing the dvd package.

also - when I hit my plateaus (I have hit 2 so far during my weight loss journey) I broke it with Zumba!!!!!!! I find that because zumba works so many other muscles and has so many different moves that it spices up that work-out routine - we are creatures of habit, and Zumba definatly has some unexpected variety.

However, in my opinion I don't feel that Zumba is enough for a work-out routine - remember heavy weight lifting is important too - but as far as cardio goes, I totally think its amazing.

xALEXANDROx

I have tried this once.i couldn't do all the great moves .didn't feel the burn..

if you can move like the instructor or get close to it you will burn a lot of calories .(she was covered in sweat.)

leahshepherd

I do classes and I friggen love them. I have never met so many people who have lost a bucket load of weight than people at zumba classes. I think you need a good high energy instructor. Some of them are less good than others and you really don't feel like you did anything with your body.

I have been doing them 3 times a week for 6 months now... and I have lost weight and (somehow?) managed to get some muscle definition in my legs!

leahshepherd

I also broke my plateu at zumba!

MamaFunky

ZUMBA lover here too! I got the DVD set before Christmas and love it! My favorite DVD is "Rush". Its a 20 minute workout and the music is great! Its amazing how much you can sweat in just 20 minutes! I actually find myself smiling and singing as I am doing it! Its awesome! :happy:

sushiforbrains

Zumba is great! A friend introduced me to classes and I went at least once a week for awhile. The first class I thought I was going to die. But the great thing about Zumba is that you don't even need to be a good dancer (I am definitely not!), just so long as you are going the right direction during the moving around parts! And if your knees hurt? Wrap 'em up and take it easy. I haven't been able to go with my friend anymore (who is now an instructor!) but I got the Wii game and actually just got finished with a 20 minute "class"!

In short - DO IT!

andyswoman

I cant wait to buy it and try it! I hope I'm coordinated enough to learn the moves like I'm supposed to. Lol:blushing:

calivandewoestyne

How are you logging Zumba in your exercise log? I do Zumba a couple times a week - and Im not sure how to count it in my log. Let me know!

Kifissia

I love Zumba! It is addictive especially if the teacher and music are good. I have knee and ankle injuries and I can't jump or do too many of the hops. I have modified and walk in place and do side-to-side steps instead of jumping and hopping. I'm not burning as many calories being in 'fully operational' mode, but I'm moving and sweating like crazy. Like others said before me, it doesn't feel like a workout, I can do it at home on YouTube or at the gym.
I checked, there is no 'Zumba' specific to log on as exercise. It does have different types of dancing though, from ballroom, to aerobic. You decide what fits for you. Let me know what you are using!

NGrosch

My daughter and I love doing Zumba on the Kinect! We look ridiculous I'm sure, but it is so much fun and it is in the privacy of our living room so nobody sees us!! It really burns calories and it doesn't seem like exercise! I, too, have had knee and ankle problems, but as long as I don't overdo it, I am fine. If you use a video game system to do Zumba, it will tell you at the end of a "class" or song how many calories you have burned. Have fun!

eowynmn

I've lost my weight since Jan 7th - so almost 3 months, 29 lbs and I started with zumba, and dropped steady numbers doing it 6 days a week. I still do it 3 days a week and do other exercise the other three. I have the Wii game, xbox game and go to classes. They all give me a burn of 600-700 calories an hour.

mrsTravo9112

Love, Love, LOVE Zumba! But nothing beats the LIVE classes for me... I do believe that it depends on your fitness level also - we all start at different places. So if you are just starting out, it could be good.

My family has the Wii game & it is good, I found it BETTER than the DVD that i ordered after being up late one night.... I tried all the videos that came in the series & it did not justice to a LIVE class. Now, I've been to some LIVE class where the instructors were simply ok. BUT there are some that KILL IT EVERYTIME...

My husband & I call the class my Personal Flashdance (from the movie - ok... I'm getting old!) But when done correctly, it makes you feel fun & SEXY - there's not much out there that makes you sweat while grinding it out on the dance floor - so when done correctly is AWESOME!!!

Hoping you find what works for you... because of my work /school / family schedule, I can't attend LIVE class as often as i like, but right now I am doing the TurboFire & I LOVE IT! - set to music & burns like FIRE... they say the TurboJam is the pre-set for the series.

The best to YOU in your Journey to find what works... 8)

hsnider29

I've done a class for charity and my wife has done it a couple of times. I didn't feel it got my heart rate up to do any decent burn and my wife doesn't rate at all compared to other classes like body pump, body attack etc.

I think you may not have had a good Zumba instructor or experience. They are not all energetic. My heart rate gets well into the 160's during my class and I burn around 500 calories. I think it is an excellent cardio workout. I lift weights 3 times a week but Zumba is my only cardio.

Glissenklw

I've been doing Zumba since January, twice a week for an hour each time. I have lost 36 pounds so far It is so much fun and the time flies by. I may get the Zumba core for my Wii soon and add some Zumba time at home in addition to the classes I attend. I highly suggest you try out a Zumba class, you will LOVE it and it is a great way to get in shape and drop the pounds. Also, I take my 3lb weights to Zumba and I use them during about half of the songs, so it adds in strength training and toning as well.

cinrn68

I have Zumba on the xbox and it's a lot of fun and burn a TON of calories!!

jesindc

I love Zumba, but I agree with some of the other posters that nothing beats a real class. I have the official box set and I have Zumba for Wii. They are fun and pretty decent workouts, but live classes and just a total blast.

I will say that this video on youtube is one of my favorites for doing it at home:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDgbBdS9W54

JaceyMarieS

I LOVE Zumba!!! I go to a class 3x a week and Aqua Zumba once a week. I've also created a couple of Zumba playlists on Youtube for those days when I can't get to a class. REALLY fun!