ZUMBA!

oomalmal
oomalmal Posts: 219 Member
edited September 21 in Success Stories
Tonight my two Zumba instructors tag teamed a new class so one or the other was always taking a break. Well at the end of tonights class one of them came up to me and told me she never realized before because she's usually not able to focus on one person but,.....wait for it.....she said "You're REALLY good." That made my day to have a professional who does this for a living tell me that.

And that's my success for the day!
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  • megsta21
    megsta21 Posts: 506 Member
    Wow!!! That is Awesome!! hahaha I love ZUMBA!! Huge compliment.... If i could move half as good as my zumba instructor i would be a very happy woman!!!

    I have been to 6-7 classes now, and im still fumbleing through them... hahaha
  • dmcgee
    dmcgee Posts: 28 Member
    That is a wonderful compliment! You have done a great job losing as much weight as you have.....Kudos to you!!!!
  • Jenks
    Jenks Posts: 349
    Wow!!! That is Awesome!! hahaha I love ZUMBA!! Huge compliment.... If i could move half as good as my zumba instructor i would be a very happy woman!!!

    I have been to 6-7 classes now, and im still fumbleing through them... hahaha

    The more you do it the more natural the moves become. :flowerforyou:

    To the OP: That's an awesome compliment :happy:
  • MsPatricia
    MsPatricia Posts: 26 Member
    im HOOKED on Zumba
  • vnava1
    vnava1 Posts: 1 Member
    Don't you just love to go workout. Zumba is the best! Zumba has been the only workout that I enjoy and have made it my ritual. Can't miss Zumba, just can't.
  • tashtranquillo
    tashtranquillo Posts: 50
    gotta love the zumba! burns heaps of calories and get's you shaking :tongue:
  • animatedbecca
    animatedbecca Posts: 203
    That is awesome! And so is your weight loss accomplishments! I have not done zumba...looks like alot of fun but Im not sure my stamina is up to that point yet.
  • msciccone1
    msciccone1 Posts: 288 Member
    Awwwwwwwwww how awesome is that!!! Congrats!!!
  • abbychelle07
    abbychelle07 Posts: 656 Member
    I'm starting Zumba soon, I'm so excited!!!!!!
  • Fiedems
    Fiedems Posts: 52 Member
    What is Zumba?
  • Jena_72
    Jena_72 Posts: 1,057
    Tonight my two Zumba instructors tag teamed a new class so one or the other was always taking a break. Well at the end of tonights class one of them came up to me and told me she never realized before because she's usually not able to focus on one person but,.....wait for it.....she said "You're REALLY good." That made my day to have a professional who does this for a living tell me that.

    And that's my success for the day!
    THATS GREAT! Did 100 lbs heavier you, ever think that day would come?!? That is better than any food high could ever be huh? :bigsmile:
    I have a question for you I have heard so much about Zumba and they do have it at my gym. I had a fall about 7 weeks ago and hurt my knee it is a lot better now but I still favor it, and am aware of it all the time. I am not sure if I could do Zumba not because of my weight but because of my knee. I can walk fine and eliptical is ok it is just things like putting on my pants or walking up and down stairs, I can't lift my leg very comfortably. Do you think I could do Zumba if I have to "baby" my one knee?? Your "expert" opinion is appreciated!:wink:
  • sonipalm
    sonipalm Posts: 3
    hi! I LOVE LOVE LOVE ZUMBA I never knew I could sweat so much! and laugh and smile while I do it! I just had ankle, heel and foot reconstructive surgery May 4th and I am outta my cast and have been to 5 classes and feel awesome even the swelling is down I think your ok also u can make zumba what u want they always say to be more a work out do this ect.... enjoy its a blast!
    Hope I move like my teacher and look like her someday!
  • Papaya81
    Papaya81 Posts: 90 Member
    I love Zumba! Interestingly enough, my Zumba class had two instructors that were tag teaming as well last night. There is not any chance that you are from the Bay Area?
  • xojox
    xojox Posts: 187 Member
    What a great compliment!!

    and WOW :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou: on your weight loss xx
  • newman84
    newman84 Posts: 234 Member
    i do zumba one a week i'm finally getting it after 2 months. Congrats on the weight loss and It's always nice to get a complement :D
  • B_Steppuhn
    B_Steppuhn Posts: 44 Member
    is there any where cheaper that i could find the zumba kit for at home for less that the 60 on the site?
  • oomalmal
    oomalmal Posts: 219 Member
    Tonight my two Zumba instructors tag teamed a new class so one or the other was always taking a break. Well at the end of tonights class one of them came up to me and told me she never realized before because she's usually not able to focus on one person but,.....wait for it.....she said "You're REALLY good." That made my day to have a professional who does this for a living tell me that.

    And that's my success for the day!
    THATS GREAT! Did 100 lbs heavier you, ever think that day would come?!? That is better than any food high could ever be huh? :bigsmile:
    I have a question for you I have heard so much about Zumba and they do have it at my gym. I had a fall about 7 weeks ago and hurt my knee it is a lot better now but I still favor it, and am aware of it all the time. I am not sure if I could do Zumba not because of my weight but because of my knee. I can walk fine and eliptical is ok it is just things like putting on my pants or walking up and down stairs, I can't lift my leg very comfortably. Do you think I could do Zumba if I have to "baby" my one knee?? Your "expert" opinion is appreciated!:wink:

    My instructors are big on modification. As long as you move. Honestly I would do what your body felt comfortable doing. Hope that helps!:)
  • oomalmal
    oomalmal Posts: 219 Member
    I love Zumba! Interestingly enough, my Zumba class had two instructors that were tag teaming as well last night. There is not any chance that you are from the Bay Area?

    No I live in Central Texas. It was fun having them both there though.
  • gandsooz
    gandsooz Posts: 8
    I absolutley adore Zumba and ive only been twice. I used to find it difficult to slave away for 10 mins on a bike in the gym sooo boring , but Zumba im in there for an hour, sweating buckets , laughing and just not having a care in the world. Im one of teh bigger girls in the class ( obviosuly lol) but no one laughed, no one said anything , everyone was just having fun , im definatley keeping it up
  • MrsHazra
    MrsHazra Posts: 105 Member
    I just got the 20min express workout dvd and also the 1 easy beat introduction. There are so many steps to learn. Since you do it already what do you think would be the best way to get started. It just seems like so much to learn??
  • ehwilson30
    ehwilson30 Posts: 21 Member
    I've never heard of Zumba until I saw your story, so I had to look it up! Wow! It look so fun! I'm going to have to try it! Keep up the great work!:smile:
  • oomalmal
    oomalmal Posts: 219 Member
    I just got the 20min express workout dvd and also the 1 easy beat introduction. There are so many steps to learn. Since you do it already what do you think would be the best way to get started. It just seems like so much to learn??

    I actually started off with the DVDs when I was bigger because I was uncomfortable at the thought of being in front of people. But I got bored eventually. I would just practice the easy beat dvd (a workout in itself) and then find yourself a live class ASAP. It's just too fun and different every time. I've hooked I don't know how many people from my work.
  • cts62
    cts62 Posts: 6 Member
    Great Job Zumba star!!
    to the person with the knee problem: I'm a Zumba junkie! I started doing it March '10 and go 4-6 times a week. I have a weak knee too that bothers me so I have made some adjustments. I wrap my knee with a stretchy, elastic brace and put another one over it that has a mesh in the knee part and velcro to hold it around the knee. I bought it at Target, Futuro brand. This keeps my knee from moving around much and I feel I can control it while I do the steps. I also don't do any jumping in one spot like a jumping jacks...a couple of jumps okay. Today, I went to the dr. and asked about it. She checked it (no signs of problems) and reminded me that my right leg is slightly shorter than the other one, so I have been putting extra pressure on the knee all these years...I'm 47 yrs old. Don't give up on Zumba if you like it..make adjustments. If this doesn't help, go see a doc.
  • lauz45
    lauz45 Posts: 243
    As soon as get a bike i'm going to try zumba, everyone seems to love it! (I can't get to the classes any other way!)
  • VenturaGurl
    VenturaGurl Posts: 413 Member
    Hmmmm. I've seen this listed in the community park class catalog. I think I'm going to have to give it a try!

    You should feel very proud of that compliment! Awesome job!
  • Faridha
    Faridha Posts: 3
    Would you recomment the dvds?
  • RominaSullivan
    RominaSullivan Posts: 42
    Zumba is the best!!! I go twice a week and love it! wish I could go to more classes but my schedule doesn't allow it for now :-(
    It's just so much fun and people leave in great mood! Whoever hasn't tried it and likes to dance (even if you aren't very good at it) should goooo!! :-D

    And congrats on the compliment! I hope I get one someday, hehe. I'm loving this dancing thing.
  • purplespeckle
    purplespeckle Posts: 652
    That is awesome! And so is your weight loss accomplishments! I have not done zumba...looks like alot of fun but Im not sure my stamina is up to that point yet.

    What website did you go to, to make your display pic?
  • purplespeckle
    purplespeckle Posts: 652
    I'd love to buy the Zumba Dvd's and then once I get the hang of it I'd like to join in the advanced local class.
  • Faridha
    Faridha Posts: 3
    Don't you just love to go workout. Zumba is the best! Zumba has been the only workout that I enjoy and have made it my ritual. Can't miss Zumba, just can't.

    That is the same with me. I struggle with exercise, but not with Zumba. I absolutely looooovvvvvvvveeeeee my class and even doing the DVDs. I love it so much, I've made becoming an instructor a goal.
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