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Zumba DVDs
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By now you may have heard of Zumba, the Latin-themed aerobic dance workout brought to you by celeb fitness guru Beto Perez that is helping people shake and shimmy their way toward better fitness.
Gyms across the country are offer Zumba dance classes, but Zumba dance DVDs are fun, too. Like with other fitness DVDs, Zumba dance DVDs allow you to work out in the comfort of your own home, so there's no pressure to get all the steps down perfectly the first time. Instead, you just have to keep moving and exercising.
One great Zumba DVD is the Zumba Fitness Total Body Transformation System DVD set. The Zumba DVD set contains four discs with six different workouts including: Zumba Fitness Basics Workout, Zumba Fitness 20-Minute Express Workout, Zumba Fitness Sculpt and Tone Workout, Zumba Fitness Cardio Party Workout, Zumba Fitness Live! Workout and Zumba Fitness Flat Abs Workout . You'll also get two Zumba fitness toning sticks that will help add some muscle to your toning routines.
Gyms across the country are offer Zumba dance classes, but Zumba dance DVDs are fun, too. Like with other fitness DVDs, Zumba dance DVDs allow you to work out in the comfort of your own home, so there's no pressure to get all the steps down perfectly the first time. Instead, you just have to keep moving and exercising.
One great Zumba DVD is the Zumba Fitness Total Body Transformation System DVD set. The Zumba DVD set contains four discs with six different workouts including: Zumba Fitness Basics Workout, Zumba Fitness 20-Minute Express Workout, Zumba Fitness Sculpt and Tone Workout, Zumba Fitness Cardio Party Workout, Zumba Fitness Live! Workout and Zumba Fitness Flat Abs Workout . You'll also get two Zumba fitness toning sticks that will help add some muscle to your toning routines.
The steps are taken from dance styles such as salsa, meringue and samba. In addition to being a great cardio workout, these moves will work your core, thighs and abs. Beginners should start with the Basics Workout.
Don't worry if you can't mimic the steps exactly -- just keep moving. The Express Workout is great if you are pressed for time and the Cardio Party is the perfect choice for when you have your friends over. Push back the coach, throw on a tank top and throw caution to the wind with your Zumba DVD. Once you're done learning new moves from your Zumba video, you can go back to your old home-video workout with new enthusiasm.
Want to learn more about Zumba? Check out more Zumba reviews and news from That's Fit:
Zumba Review
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Fitness DVDs for kids
My son never stops moving. The moment he got home from school today he was riding his scooter around the neighborhood. But sometimes during the worst of the winter months I was scrambling to come up with physical activity ideas for him. I bought him some active toys and I'd set up relay races for him to run in the house. He also joined a basketball team and we'd frequently visit the sledding hill. Still, both he and I missed the warm days where he could just hop on his bike and burn off steam. These fitness DVDs for kids would have been a great solution. While my son doesn't battle childhood obesity, it's a prevalent problem in our society. Physical activity is such an important tool in a parent's toolbox -- preventing or helping obesity, keeping kids entertained, developing positive social experiences, and building confidence. But not all kids like team sports or outdoor activity. These DVDs sound like a fun and encouraging fitness opportunity for all kids. The choices are:
- 65 Energy Blasts -- short hip-hop routines (one minute, 15 seconds each) that can be done one at a time or combined for a longer workout
- 6 "Fit Kids" Fitness Workouts -- Fun five or ten-minute dance oriented workouts
- Get Strong 101 -- Strength and conditioning activities made fun for kids.
Daily Fit Tip: Add variety to your home fitness routine with Netflix
If you depend on your DVD player to get your workout of choice, then you might find yourself getting bored with your collection of fitness videos. Boredom can be fatal to even the most well-planned exercise routines, so it's crucial that you mix up it up every now and then to challenge not only your body, but your brain as well.Netflix and other subscription DVD rental services are a handy way to do just that. For just $10 a month, you can have a new fitness video delivered to your doorstep. It's the perfect way to try something new and stay committed to being physically fit at the same time. (A subscription may also make a great holiday gift...nudge, nudge.)
Best exercise videos for beginners
Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness, Reviews & Products
You don't have to (and you really shouldn't) wait until January 1st to start a brand new fitness routine. If you're new to exercise, getting fit may seem intimidating. But in reality, it's all about starting slow and gradually adding duration and intensity as you build your fitness level.
If you're thinking of getting started on the road to fitness at home, on your own, WebMD has compiled a list of what they think are the 12 best fitness videos for beginners. Take a look at what they have to say about these workouts, or get a sneak peek in the gallery below.
If you're thinking of getting started on the road to fitness at home, on your own, WebMD has compiled a list of what they think are the 12 best fitness videos for beginners. Take a look at what they have to say about these workouts, or get a sneak peek in the gallery below.
Fit Factor: Super snazzy fitness DVDs
Right now, I'm in the midst of a gym craze, which means I am going quite a bit (around 4 times a week.) Which is great, but I have to admit, there are times when I am definitely in a gym funk -- I just can't get motivated to make the trip. But I still need to work out so during those times, so I usually try a fitness DVD. They're especially good in the winter, when heading out into the freezing cold and scraping ice off your car is so not appealing. They're also great if you like you workout in the morning but don't like to get up early to battle the crowds at the gym. Yeah, DVDs can get repetitive after a while, but with Netflix offering them now so there's no need to do the same one over and over again.
This week, I decided to put together a list of awesome Fitness DVDs that will get your muscles toned and help you burn calories. Feel free to add your won favourites in the comments section. In no particular order:
This week, I decided to put together a list of awesome Fitness DVDs that will get your muscles toned and help you burn calories. Feel free to add your won favourites in the comments section. In no particular order:
