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Bust The Stress With Zumba – Effects And Benefits

By Nishkak +2 more

The  COVID  led pandemic has taught us that staying fit and healthy is extremely important. Staying at home during the lockdown and working from home during office hours may have surely dampened our spirits and messed with our schedule, however, is it never too late to get back on your heels and start exercising to stay fit and healthy.  


Most of you may have a basic idea of what Zumba is, while some of you may already be taking active Zumba sessions. Zumba is one of the most versatile exercises that are present out there. Being both fun and dedicated to keeping you fit, Zumba is becoming increasingly popular over the years. It is an excellent cardio workout exercise, which involves free hand exercises and dancing to keep your body fit and energized. Once tried, you will want to keep doing it as it is more of a lifestyle choice than an exercise class that you have to do.

History: Origin of Zumba

Zumba has its roots in Columbia, South America. Back in the 1990s, a young dancer-choreographer named Alberto Perez was teaching a group of his students. In between, he forgot a few steps that refused to come to his moves. A few moments later, he decided to take out tapes of salsa and meringue from his backpack. Fast forward this to the next century, currently, there are over 125 countries in the world with certified Zumba trainers.

Who can indulge in Zumba?

There is one statement that will answer this right away – Zumba For All. Zumba is an extremely invigorating and undoubtedly a lively training exercise that will freshen you up. There are no correct or incorrect steps in Zumba that you have to master. As long as you are being upbeat and energetic while moving your body with music, you are good to go. However, if you have been inactive for too long or you have medical issues related to your bones and joints, spine and nerves or connective tissue disorders or any other condition that restricts exertion and physical activity,  pregnancy or recent surgery, consult a doctor before joining a Zumba class. Alternatively, you can also talk to your Zumba instructions about your issues and they may suggest modifications as deemed fit.  

Specifications of Zumba

  • As Zumba is a fun alternative to hardcore exercises that many may dread to go to, Zumba is a mix of four rhythms, namely salsa, reggaeton, cumbia and merengue.
  • With hardcore cardio and total body workout, Zumba helps you tone and strengthen your core muscles.
  • If properly guided and sincerely done with maximum energy, a person can burn up to 800 calories in one Zumba session that lasts for an hour and a half.
  • Zumba energizes and pumps up every muscle of the body.
  • It also involves other exercises like squats, lunges and jumping jacks.
  • Performing Zumba with beats of music also refreshes your mood and is a great way to bust stress.

Zumba training Formats:

There are several training formats under Zumba:

  • Zumba toning: This helps you tone down your muscles with the help of lightweight dumbbells. With added resistance, it may noticeably tone down your arms and core. 
  • Aqua Zumba: As the name suggests, Aqua Zumba is done in the pool and puts less stress on the joints. This format under Zumba is helpful for people who have knee issues or women above 35-40 years.
  • Zumbini: This format of Zumba training is ideal for new moms who are finding it hard to juggle time between taking care of their toddlers as well as trying to stay in great shape.

Benefits of Zumba:

  • Zumba is a great stress buster. While exercising, you are grooving, jumping, dancing, enjoying and having fun, while burning calories and getting that gorgeous post-workout glow.
  • Cardiovascular fitness that may come with Zumba can help improve your blood flow within the vessels and help you get a better quality of life.
  • Zumba will aid in building your confidence and increase your endurance levels. 
  • Coordination skills are improved along with the most important benefit – with consistency and a good diet, you start noticing a change in your weight as you get fitter and more toned.

Thus, Zumba can help transform you as a person and will make you understand that fitness and staying healthy are not just about losing weight but are more about making  lifestyle changes. If you simply do not have the time for Zumba classes offline, begin your day early with online Zumba sessions. Many trainers and training schools provide online classes. Comfortable clothes and good jumping/running shoes will help you fall in love with this activity. Always remember to stay adequately hydrated, as Zumba is a HIIT exercise which is responsible for a lot of water loss through sweating.

Disclaimer: The information included on this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a health care professional. Because of unique individual needs, the reader should consult their physician to determine the appropriateness of the information for the reader’s situation.

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