Zumba Fitness – Basics & 20-Minutes Express Dancing

zumba.comZumba – Basics & 20-Minutes Express [DVDRIP-XVID]This dvd teaches you how to dance to several Latin syle dances like reagaton, merengue, salsa while giving you a workout. This is more of a learn how to dance video than a fitness video. I starting using the more advanced Rapido! dvd and i seen positive results at the latin club i go to.. more agility, more fluid dancing, even combine your own moves. and a slight confidence boost! – AzuriaZumba is a party, it’s a new way to do fitness! It’s dynamic, exciting and it uses Latin American rhythms.The class, based on an aerobic workout, combines fast and slow movements that tone up the body.All muscles are involved: buttock, legs, arms, chest and the most important muscle… the heart!Zumba is a mix of movements that tones up your body by using easy-to-follow dance steps.Benefits-It makes you have fun!-You burn up to 1000 calories in 1 hour-It’s a great low-impact cardiovascular workout-The class structure not only shapes your body but also allows you to learn how to danceWho it is forIt’s for men, women, children and seniors that want to feel good and workout in a funny way.Dancing skills are not required.English AudioDutch AudioZumba fitness is a popular exercise program that incorporates Latin music and dance to create a fun and exciting workout that both men and women can enjoy.  The Zumba workouts originated in Columbia and were created by celebrity fitness trainer Alberto “Beto” Perez.  In 1999 Zumba Fitness was introduced to the US and instantly became a success.  It has become a worldwide phenomenon over the past few years with classes being taught in thousands of fitness centers across the globe.  Zumba Fitness has also been featured on popular shows like NBC’s Today Show. Although the Zumba workouts are offered in fitness centers across the globe, fitness centers are not for everyone.  There are a lot of people out there that prefer to workout in the comforts of their own home.  Those that prefer to stay at home can purchase the Zumba Fitness workout DVD’s. Who produces Zumba Fitness?As of 2008 Zumba Fitness is now distributed from the powerhouse direct marketer Gunthy-Renker.  If the name sounds familiar it is because they are also behind other popular brands and products like the Malibu Pilates program.  Gunth-Renker has over 20 years of experience in the direct marketing arena.ReviewsThe reviews for Zumba Fitness are very positive and the one common theme amongst the majority of the reviewers is that the workouts really are a lot of fun. Zumba Fitness has gained positive attraction and for good reason, it has taken what most people see as a chore (exercising) and turned it into an activity that can be enjoyed. Also it is important to point out that it takes both diet and exercise to achieve great results and any program that can make half of the formula easier is one that is worth considering.  Those that have the diclipline to add a healthy diet to the mix will reep the most rewards from these workouts. If you are looking to spice up your cardio workouts then you should give Zumba Fitness a try. It is a great program on its own or one that you can easily incorporate into the mix of an existing workout routine.  Even large sites like Amazon.com are flooded with high praises for the Zumba workouts.  There are a few negative reviews out there, but most of those are due to shipping issues and not the actual product.  At $59.95 the Zumba workouts are reasonable and a great addition to anyone’s home workout program.