I LOVE It! My Review of the Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit

When my local gym finally caught on and recently introduced Zumba classes to its fitness programmes I really wanted to join in but thought I’d be a bit out of  my depth so I decided to buy the Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit to learn a few steps and prepare myself for the class. I am sooooo glad I did!

There are so many great things about Zumba but one of the best things has to be that doing it really does make you feel happy when you are doing it. I can’t help but have a smile on my face when I’m listening to the music and dancing away. I’ve only been using my set for a few weeks now but already I’m confident with most of the moves thanks to the easy breakdown of steps on the Basics and 20 Minute Express DVD. I found it difficult to keep up when I first played it but you do become quicker the more you practice. I spent two hours a day for the first few days learning the basic steps and slowed them right down to make it even easier.

Using the set of four DVDs at home really does make exercise fun and you just know that when you are dancing your whole body is benefiting from the movements. Not only that but it feels natural too unlike some of the fitness training exercises that I have used in the gym. Some of the moves are simple stretching and lunging motions that loosen up the body and get rid of any stiffness you may have so they are ideal for people with limited mobility.

The Cardio Party DVD is made up of rhythms that really get your heart pumping. This is perhaps the best DVD for those that especially want to shed a few pounds in weight. It’s a bit more manic than the Basics and 20 Minutes Express DVD but it is worth giving it a go even if you limit your time with it.

The Sculpt and Tone DVD focuses on movements that will define certain areas of your body and is great for making you realise you have muscles in places you never imagined! In just a short space of time, I have noticed subtle changes in my definition and with all the shaking of my booty I’ve been doing, my bottom has definitely become firmer and more shapely than it was before.

There aren’t many people that can show off their abs with pride and I’m not one of them! The Flat Abs and Zumba Live! DVD, along with the Total Body Transformation book that includes helpful tips and suggestions on healthy, nutritionally balanced meals to help you get the most out of your new fitness regime, will get me my bikini body in no time.

My favourite part of the set has to be the Zumba Live!  It really does sum up the whole Zumba experience and will make you want to join your local Zumba class (they are popping up everywhere) and make Zumba part of your lifestyle. With all of those endorphins jumping around you will feel alive and kicking just watching the Live! performances.

If you think you can’t dance, that all exercise is boring, and it looks too energetic for you, just give it a go…you are bound to be pleasantly surprised. I can’t believe it has taken so long for something like Zumba to come along. After all, Latino dancing has been around forever.  Another couple of weeks of practising at home with my Zumba DVDs and I think I will be ready to join the class!

What Makes the Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit Different from Other Fitness DVDs?

Well, firstly, the way that it is presented really makes you want to join in. It’s lively and fun, and you can learn at your own pace. It’s like anything, take what you want and leave the rest, although be warned, it can be addictive. Once you get the hang of it and feel part of the Zumba experience it’s difficult to find the stop button on the DVD player! I think the music is a very important part of the success of Zumba. It is lively, upbeat and appeals to all ages. Although it is party/group inspired, don’t feel that you can’t benefit from the programme whilst being home alone. You can enjoy Zumba solo as much as you can with a crowd of people.

Secondly, Zumba is unique. There is no other exercise programme that combines Latin-inspired dance with a total workout in such an enthusiastic party environment. It is here to stay and not just another ‘flash in the pan’ fitness craze. How many times have you seen old celebrity fitness DVDs at car boot sales and in charity shops that have been thrown out and discarded after a few weeks? Zumba is more of a lifestyle than a fitness regime. In fact, I think it’s best described as a ‘cult’. I’m so convinced that Zumba will be a regular part of my life that I have already ordered myself a pair of cargo pants and racerback top from the fantastic range of clothing that is on offer. It’s great to feel part of something that is enjoyed by so many people worldwide.

And thirdly, there is so much variation to Zumba fitness that you are much less likely to get bored. For most of us, even getting to the gym is boring let alone performing the same old training routines over and over again! The Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit gives you lots of choice and you can vary your exercise programme to suit your own personal needs.

Any Criticisms?

It’s more of an observation than a criticism but I wish the makers of the DVD included more ‘real’ people in the filming of it.

Where Can You Buy the Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit?

The Zumba Fitness DVD Exercise Kit which includes four DVDs AND two toning sticks is extremely good value. Always on the look out for a bargain I purchased my set from Amazon where it is selling considerably cheaper than other online sales merchants. With the winter nights drawing in, this is a good time to buy right now by clicking here.

Now, if you have the extra money and feel like diving in at the deep end, you could opt to buy the Zumba Fitness Exhilarate: The Ultimate Experience DVD Set which has an additional 3 DVDs but I really don’t think it’s necessary. The Exercise Kit gives you plenty to concentrate on and learn to begin with.