It’s Zumba Time…Come Join The Party & Dance Your Way Into Shape!

Thinking about taking a Zumba class at your local gym? Here are some of the benefits you can see after attending some classes. Note: In order to receive these results, one must attend weekly classes as well as maintain healthy eating habits.

Zumba is a great dance fitness program that motivates you to get up and get moving! Full of Latin music and rhythms, the speed of the beat makes it feel natural to move around quickly. This helps your heartbeat reach its target rate more efficiently.

Zumba sets you on the right path to a true aerobic exercise. If you are trying to build endurance, this is one of the best exercises you can do for yourself. Moving for prolonged periods at this fast pace can increase the strength of your heart and help you maintain a good cardiovascular respiratory system.

This level of training can help you burn calories that are derived from fat. Depending on body weight, sex, fitness level and other common physical factors, the number of calories you can burn in a Zumba class can range from 400-700 calories per hour.

Zumba provides an overall full body workout. Fitness moves are incorporated within Zumba dances to maximize the intensity of the workout. Different dances focus on various body parts such as head and shoulder rolls to loosen up the neck, footwork to strengthen calves and ankles and hips and abs to focus on your core. Zumba touches on nearly every muscle and joint on your body. Don’t be surprised if you feel sore in new areas days after taking a Zumba class.

If you think you’d like an exhilarating group fitness class filled with good feelings and party-like fun, Zumba Fitness makes an excellent choice to support your health and fitness goals. If you are in the Tampa area, check out my class schedule here.