Zumba Fitness: what it is and benefits

Still haven't found a sporting activity that motivates you? In that case, don't miss our article on what is zumba fitness and what are its benefits .

This activity is perfect for all those people who want to keep fit by combining dance and exercise. Also, your physical condition will not matter.

Zumba was created in the 90s by Beto Pérez, Colombian dancer and choreographer, who decided to innovate and mix Latin dances with sports training movements. Over the years, other types of music have also been introduced, such as hip-hop, rap, rumba, bachata, etc. We can define this activity as an aerobic exercise that is based on the execution of a choreography in which we must keep the rhythm of the music while performing a series of movements based on dance steps and fitness exercises. <gap> <title style="center" text="What are the benefits of this activity" tag_name="h2" margin_bottom="0px"> Among the main benefits of Zumba fitness we highlight the following: <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">As we exercise our body, it allows us to enjoy dancing and music.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">High intensity aerobic work is produced.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Improves the circulatory and cardiovascular system.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Allows an improvement in the coordination of movements and an increase in flexibility.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">It is an ideal activity for those people who want to lose weight.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Gives very positive benefits at the level of sociability.</li> </ul> <ux_image id="66311" image_size="medium"> <gap> <title style="center" text="Tips to get started in Zumba fitness" tag_name=" h2" margin_bottom="0px"> Despite Since this type of exercise does not usually present any risk, we recommend paying attention to the following aspects before starting the activity: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Select a group adapted to your level. Do not forget that these Zumba sessions are more intense, so if you are in the initiation phase you should go to a class in which the choreography runs a little slower and the work is not excessively hard for you. Later, you can move on to a more advanced level. </li> <li style="font-weight :400;" aria-level="1"> Start warming up your muscles. A warm-up of 10 or 15 minutes will be enough to avoid injury. </li> <li style="font -weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Before entering the room, introduce yourself to the monitor. In this way, they will know what your level is and can offer you all their help. </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> If it's your first day, don't hide in the crowd! A very common mistake among beginners is to get in the last rows to go unnoticed. Don't be afraid of being ridiculous. The best thing about these classes is that the environment is usually very pleasant, so stand near the monitor so I can easily correct you. </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> Although Zumba fitness is a very complete activity, you can combine it with other sports such as running, cycling, swimming, etc. </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"> We recommend doing two or three sessions a week. The number may increase as we advance in level. </li> </ol> Now that you know what Zumba fitness is and its benefits, what are you waiting for to try it? You sure have a lot of fun while you get in shape.

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