Zumba for the Wii

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  • gotdream
    gotdream Posts: 1
    Just remember that the score at the bottom is not the calories that are burned. I thought so too, but investigated and it definitely is not. The best way to measure is to wear a heart rate monitor. My score was 495 in the 20 minutes plus cool down, so everyone is different according to how you work and your weight.
  • elizabeth9474
    elizabeth9474 Posts: 54
    A heart rate monitor? How does that work?
  • milfat40
    milfat40 Posts: 6
    I bought mine on amazon.com and it came with the belt holder.
  • stephbndr
    stephbndr Posts: 2
    I googled it and it said about 200-250 for 30 of Zumba
  • Kristinemillar
    Kristinemillar Posts: 44
    I attend Zumba classes once a week but have taken to doing the wii zumba game 4 days a week so that I am working out every area of my body on a daily basis...

    I have found that compared to my class I certainly work up more of a sweat on the wii game...

    The only downside to me is that it doesn't give you much time to have a drink of water between routines...

    The tutorials are ok, I tried 1 but gave up and just decided to go for it on the routines. You pick them up pretty quickly.

    In 1 hour I can burn about 560-600 calories so it's definately worth it.
  • adosduncan
    adosduncan Posts: 1
    I have been doing C25K and realize I need a change of some sort because I'm not actually losing weight but inches instead. I really want the weight to come off. To change up, I decided to go get the Zumba for Wii tonight. I did the Intermediate for 45 minutes. I can already tell I'm going to hurting BIG time tomorrow. My calves and hips are already starting to ache. I sweat and boosted my heart rate! I think it was a great workout even thought I'm sure I looked ridiculous doing those dance moves. I just kept moving no matter what. I'm assuming about 250 to 300 calories but I definitely need a HRM!
  • poesch77
    poesch77 Posts: 1,005 Member
    I got Zumba for PS3...basically same game....and in 20minutes I am sweating!! My HRM says I burned 360calories....I am a big girl! :) I love this ...had to get it since soo many people were raving about Zumba!! My lil girl does it right along with me while the baby watches......FUN!
  • bethluvsmic
    bethluvsmic Posts: 4
    do you have playstation3 zumba move looking for playstation online workout partners
  • toadiejones
    toadiejones Posts: 605 Member
    Great info on the game! Gonna pick it up this weekend!
  • Cblue541
    Cblue541 Posts: 17
    I burn 400 i love the 20 min. I have been doing it for a couple of days now i think in 2weeks ima start on the cardio party 45 min tape.
  • akunce
    akunce Posts: 29
    I got mine at Target but amazon carries it too. Its about $50 which isn t bad! Usually one class is that much! I love it!
  • Hootsmamma
    Hootsmamma Posts: 254 Member
    Just got ours and I have not made it past the tutorials yet! But I loved what I did manage to do. Only I found that you cannot do it in tennis shoes on carpet (feet won't slide!) Plan on trying it again tonight.
  • Tory606
    Tory606 Posts: 1
    does anyone know how many calories the 20min sections on zumba for the wii burns??? i really want to know
  • feelee30
    feelee30 Posts: 5
    yup my friend told me about it too....im heading out to get it this week...
  • SophieHarrison94
    SophieHarrison94 Posts: 2
    I have this, and don't worry about the belt, it's huge! and I am big!! haha :)
  • FPA1
    FPA1 Posts: 2
    I'm thinking of getting the Wii Zumba. I do regular Zumba 3x a week and the calories burned goes as follows:

    For a 1 hr workout

    Low impact: 600+ calories

    Medium impact: 800+ calories

    High impact: 1,000+ calories

    When my gym pool reopens next month, I will be resuming Aqua Zumba 1x a week along with the regular Zumba classes.
  • JMCade
    JMCade Posts: 389 Member
    I actually found it at Gamestop. I absolutely LOVE IT!!!
    That is where i got mine also!!
  • kswietek
    kswietek Posts: 80
    i've have it for the kinect and i like it alot. I agree that it doesn't compare to a live class but it's a nice option to do at home. My gym offers Zumba 3 times a week but I can only make it to two of them so it's nice to be able to do zumba at home to add to my exercise for the week.

    I also agree that the kinect/wii version does not give you enough time for water breaks, and the routines get a little old doing the same ones. But again, it's a great option for getting it done at home :)
  • kswietek
    kswietek Posts: 80
    oh yea and one more thing, here is a link to what unlocks different things, so kinda cool to know what to do to unlock stuff. http://www.xbox360cheats.com/Zumba_Fitness/Achievements/
  • kristiedavis1
    kristiedavis1 Posts: 95
    You don't have to wear the belt to play the game; you just have to figure out how to hold the control to get the best results. I love love love it.
  • luvmykid28
    luvmykid28 Posts: 185 Member
    Acording o my HRM when I do 21 minutes of wii Zumba at the begginer 2 level, I burn about 332 calories. I love my wii Zumba. I do it everyday.
  • luvmykid28
    luvmykid28 Posts: 185 Member
    Tried again and loved it. Still think the tutorials go too fast. I had much more fun just winging it. I know I didn't do all the moves perfectly and I'm sure I looked like a fool but I had fun and my HRM said I burned 155 cals

    I think you're better off just winging it and you will get the moves as you get the experience. If you were in an actual class, the instructor won't stand with you and give you tutorials, you would figure it out in time.
  • luvmykid28
    luvmykid28 Posts: 185 Member
    Just got ours and I have not made it past the tutorials yet! But I loved what I did manage to do. Only I found that you cannot do it in tennis shoes on carpet (feet won't slide!) Plan on trying it again tonight.

    Me, too. I have to do it in my socks.
  • kswietek
    kswietek Posts: 80
    another tip for carpet and tennis shoes. I've heard you can put that clear packing tape on the ball of the your shoe and it allows you to move better. HTH :)
  • SophieHarrison94
    SophieHarrison94 Posts: 2
    OMG Aqua Zumba.. that sounds amazing!!
  • gapeach312
    gapeach312 Posts: 1
    incase you haven't found it, go to amazon...amazon.com has everything & they are normally cheaper/better rate. good luck!
  • justin_time
    justin_time Posts: 38
    Calculate your Zumba calories burned at http://sites.google.com/site/zumbacaloriesburnt enter your weight & workout intensity
  • 777mommy
    777mommy Posts: 2
    I got it for Christmas and haven't used it yet. I need to try it--you guys are inspiring me. Thanks!
  • ChantalGG
    ChantalGG Posts: 2,404 Member
    I just bought it last night. i did the 20 minute beginners workout it makes you sweat it does the job. so far it isnt much of a game though it really is just a workout. a $40 workout program. my goal is to learn all the movesand go crazy on a real dance floor sometime. :)

    btw i do the 30 day shred and that is a workout. I picked up my 5lb weights and did 10 minutes of zumba holding the weights to get a better burn.lol going to do more today but it is just for fun nto thinking of it as a workout just yet . 20 minutes went by quickly. :)
  • LdyDva31
    LdyDva31 Posts: 10 Member
    I have that same question....I love my wii zumba
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