Exercise Zumba Dvd

Zumba has been around for over a decade, but only recently has re surfaced and gained it's popularity. It combines dancing with aerobic and resistance training, all helping you lose weight, but before you try it, it's important to know that even this program is not for everyone.

Before trying Zumba, consider this:

1. Are you a busy person with a hectic lifestyle? If you can't commit several hours a week to this program, then it may not be for you. Zumba is great, but it requires consistency.

2. Are you someone who needs to lose weight quickly? This program may not help you lose a lot of weight quickly. Again, consistency is required in order to get and maintain results. Otherwise, you'll have spent your money in vain.

3. Are you ready to commit to using Zumba several times each week over a long period of time? In order to achieve great results with any program, you need commitment. If you do this once or even twice a week or over several weeks, then you will probably not get the results you wish.

4. Do you have enough money to invest into it? This program offers classes, personal trainers and DVD's to help you use it. DVD's are the cheapest option, but ideally you'd want to attend a class or have a personal trainer help you work on your form. These options add up to a lot of money spent.

These questions aren't meant to bad mouth this program. On the contrary it's very fun and helpful, but you have to look at this from a realistic point of view. Zumba isn't the first program to sweep the nation and probably not the last.

Most programs that come out with a similar program catch people's attention, are used, and then forgotten about. Whatever results you may have had will be lost, until another fad program comes out and makes you run through the same cycle.

There are also a couple of major cons to this program, Click here to learn what they are. Although it's very fun to use, be a realistic and smart consumer.

If you don't see yourself doing a program long term, including this one, perhaps you shouldn't spend money on it. There are options out there that are much more ideal to use, require little commitment and get you faster and better results that are long term. To find out what they are, click here.

As Seen on TV Zumba Total Body Transformation System DVD Set $37.49 If you're fed up with boring exercise routines you'll love the fun new Zumba Total Body Transformation System DVD Set. It works your body from head to toe with captivating Latin American dance routines and includes six workouts on four DVDs a nutritional guide and two bonus toning sticks.

ZUMBA FITNESS® for Nintendo® Wii $39.99 Tired of the same old boring workout routine? Then it's time to put on your dancing shoes and shake your way to a better body and better health! Zumba Fitness®, the first and only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that has taken the world by storm, is now invading your living room in Zumba Fitness for for Wii ! The Zumba Fitness video game, pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an addictively fun, yet challenging exercise party!. Zumba Fitness features nine different dance styles, such as salsa, hip-hop, and mambo and uses the included Zumba Fitness belt to create a real-time gaming experience. The belt wraps around your waist allowing the motion controller to move with the motion of your hips where the movement originates from. Even if you don't know how to dance, learning the Zumba moves and techniques is simple with the help of Zumba instructors Tanya, Gina, and Zumba's creator Beto. They will guide you through more than 30 exciting, body rocking routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. Plus, you can invite up to four of your friends to join in all the hip shaking, arm swaying, foot stomping fun-both locally and online-for the ultimate workout dance party! Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: Yes Compatibility: Nintendo Wii Manufacturer: Majesco Category: Fitness, Music, Action Subcategory: N/A ESRB Rating: Everyone(10+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

ZUMBA FITNESS® for PlayStation® 3 $34.99 Tired of the same old boring workout routine? Then it's time to put on your dancing shoes and shake your way to a better body and better health! Zumba Fitness®, the first and only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that has taken the world by storm, is now invading your living room in Zumba Fitness for PS3 . The Zumba Fitness video game, pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an addictively fun, yet challenging exercise party! Zumba Fitness features nine different dance styles, such as salsa, hip-hop, and mambo and uses the included Zumba Fitness belt to create a real-time gaming experience. The belt wraps around your waist allowing the motion controller to move with the motion of your hips where the movement originates from. Even if you don't know how to dance, learning the Zumba moves and techniques is simple with the help of Zumba instructors Tanya, Gina, and Zumba's creator Beto. They will guide you through more than 30 exciting, body rocking routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. Plus, you can invite up to four of your friends to join in all the hip shaking, arm swaying, foot stomping fun-both locally and online-for the ultimate workout dance party! Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: Yes Compatibility: PS3 Manufacturer: Majesco Category: Fitness, Music, Action Subcategory: N/A ESRB Rating: Everyone(10+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

Zumba: Ditch the Workout, Join the Party! the Zumba Weight Loss Program [With DVD] $19.98 TIRED OF LOGGING HOURS AT THE GYM AND NOT GETTING RESULTS? WANT TO EAT DELICIOUS FOODS AND STILL LOSE WEIGHT? SHAKE THINGS UP AND SLIM DOWN WITH THE WEIGHT LOSS PHENOMENON THAT'S TAKING THE COUNTRY BY STORM...ZUMBA Created by celebrity fitness trainer Beto Perez, Zumba(R) combines fun, easy-to-follow dance steps with hot Latin beats to help you shed pounds and inches fast. Now the DVD and classes that have hooked millions are available in book format, with a complete workout program, fat-burning diet, and an exclusive instructional DVD with 60 minutes worth of music to help you Zumba your way to the perfect body. Using the principles of interval and resistance training, the simple dance and sculpting moves (inspired by the traditional cumbia, salsa, samba, and merengue) tone and shape your body. And because it burns 600 to 1,000 calories per hour, you don't have to restrict your meals to boring or bland-tasting diet foods. The Zumba diet begins with a 5-Day Express Diet to jump start weight loss (lose up to 9 lbs in 5 days) and then offers 14-day meal plans and recipes that target weight loss in the stomach and thighs. You'll find: - Hot moves that make you feel like you're on the dance floor-not on the elliptical machine - Recipes for mouthwatering meals that boost your metabolism - Dozens of workout combinations so you never get bored - An exclusive jump-start program to get you ready for that big event next weekend - An easy plan to help you keep up your progress and maintain the weight loss So start moving, grooving and losing with Zumba today

ZUMBA FITNESS® KINECT for Xbox 360 $49.99 Tired of the same old boring workout routine? Then it's time to put on your dancing shoes and shake your way to a better body and better health! Zumba Fitness®, the first and only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that has taken the world by storm, is now invading your living room in Zumba Fitness Kinect ! The Zumba Fitness video game, pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an addictively fun, yet challenging exercise party on your Xbox 360 . Zumba Fitness features nine different dance styles, including salsa, hip-hop, and mambo and uses the motion-sensing capabilities of the *Kinect sensor to create a real-time gaming experience. Using revolutionary full-body tracking, the Kinect sensor allows your gaming console to recognize your body and mirror all of your movements and dance steps in the game-No controller needed! Even if you don't know how to dance, learning the Zumba moves and techniques is simple with the help of Zumba instructors Tanya, Gina, and Zumba's creator Beto. They will guide you through more than 30 exciting, body rocking routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. Plus, you can invite up to four of your friends to join in all the hip shaking, arm swaying, foot stomping fun-both locally and online-for the ultimate workout dance party! *Requires Kinect Sensor (Not included) Game Features Maximum Number of Players: 1 to 4 Online Play: Yes Compatibility: Kinect-Xbox 360 Manufacturer: Majesco Category: Fitness, Music, Action Subcategory: N/A ESRB Rating: Everyone(10+) ESRB Content Descriptors: Mild Lyrics

Zumba By Perez, Beto/ GreenwoodRobinson, Maggie $28.26 Expands the practices of a Latininspired workout program to include a complete diet and fitness plan that incorporates popular Latin music styles and specific bodytoning dance moves, in a set that features guidelines for a jumpstart diet and an instructional DVD containing an hour of music. Author: Perez, Beto/ GreenwoodRobinson, Maggie Subtitle: Ditch the Workout, Join the Party: the Zumba Weight Loss Program Publication Date: 2009/09/10 Number of Pages: 289 Binding Type: Hardcover Language: English Depth: 1.00 Width: 7.25 Height: 9.50

Water Exercise Progressions (DVD) $62.64 Water Exercise Progressions presents a comprehensive overview of water exercise progressions for developing the musculature of both the upper and the lower body. Featuring two separate video programs—Upper Body Water Exercise Progressions and Lower Body Water Exercise Progressions, the DVD explains and demonstrates a variety of exercises that can be performed in shallow and deep water. The DVD also reviews how to apply sound biomechanical principles to a water-exercise class format. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

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Exercise and Diabetes (DVD) $44.73 Exercise and Diabetes explains how diabetes can be affected in a positive way by exercise. The DVD reviews how exercise can have a significant effect in helping diabetics control their disease and reduce their risk to life-threatening complications. Information and guidelines for health/fitness professionals concerning how to prescribe sound exercise programs for their diabetic clients are provided. The DVD explains why and how regular exercise can be sound medicine for diabetic sufferers when properly prescribed. Among the topics covered: blood glucose control (normal; diabetic), benefits of exercise for diabetics, risks of exercise for diabetics, how to avoid the risks of exercise how to avoid hypoglycemia, and exercise prescription for diabetics. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Stronger Seniors: Core Fitness Chair Exercise (DVD) $28.67 STRONGER SENIORS-CORE FITNESS CHAIR EXERCISE(DVD)

The Risks of Exercise Training (DVD) $44.73 The Risks of Exercise Training examines the degree to which exercise might be dangerous for “healthy� adults. The DVD reviews the historical risk of exercise-related complications occurring and examines the need for establishing and practicing emergency procedures to handle such situations should they arise. Among the topics covered: bad outcomes during exercise, the value of exercise according to the Greeks and Romans, “athlete’s heart�, historical risk of exercise-related complications, sudden cardiac death vs. myocardial infarction, and risk of complications in cardiac rehab. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Functional Exercise Training (DVD) $67.12 Functional Exercise Training explains and demonstrates exercise progressions for increasing the level of muscular strength and endurance for the primary muscles of the lower body, upper body, and torso. A progressive, functional exercise continuum for each of these key muscles is reviewed in detail. Features three separate video programs on one DVD: Lower- Body Functional Training; Upper-Body Functional Training; and Functional Abdominal and Lower Back Training. The progressive functional continuum presented in the DVD is applicable for group exercise instructors, personal trainers, and program directors. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Monitoring Exercise Training (DVD) $44.73 Monitoring Exercise Training presents a detailed overview of how individuals can determine whether their exercise program is working. The DVD reviews approaches to monitoring training that are designed to help individuals know whether their exercise program is achieving the desired results and whether they need to make adjustments in their training regimen based on the results of their evaluation. Among the topics covered: approaches to monitoring training, anaerobic threshold, How do athletes actually train?, evaluating training, and summary. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Exercise Through Menopause (DVD) $44.73 Exercise Through Menopause reviews the role that exercise can play in dealing with the symptoms and increased health risks associated with traversing menopause. The DVD discusses what type of training should be included in an exercise prescription to help empower women in their midlife to take charge of their health and their bodies. Among the topics covered: physiologic changes and health effects associated with menopause, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, weight management, and pelvic floor issues related to menopause, exercise prescription guidelines for midlife women, and how to correctly perform pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Wii - Zumba Belt $17.57 ZUMBA BELT (BOXED)

Dumbbell Exercise Training (DVD) $62.64 Dumbbell Exercise Training presents a comprehensive overview of how to perform upper-body and lower-body strength training exercises using dumbbells. Featuring two separate video programs—Dumbbell Exercise Techniques and Total Body Exercises with Dumbbells, the DVD offers information and instructional advice on techniques, errors, spotting, and progressions for performing dumbbell exercises. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Stronger Seniors: Yoga Chair Exercise for Fitness (DVD) $28.79 STRONGER SENIORS-YOGA CHAIR EXERCISE FOR FITNESS FOR FITNESS (DVD)

The Importance of Exercise Intensity for Health and for Prescribing Exercise (DVD) $44.73 While the frequency and duration of exercise are the same for all persons, exercise intensity is more complex because it can be expressed in absolute terms (METs, Kcal/min) and in relative terms (%VO2 max, % 1RM). Disagreement exists whether exercise intensity should be expressed relative to a maximal value (%VO2 max, %HRmax) or to a submaximal value (% above or below the lactate or ventilatory threshold). The Importance of Exercise Intensity for Health and for Prescribing Exercise discusses the importance of exercise intensity for various health states, as well as its importance for prescribing exercise. Among the topics covered: definition and discussion of absolute and relative intensity of exercise, importance of exercise intensity for total mortality, coronary heart disease, serum lipids, stroke, hypertension, weight loss, type 2 diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, and peripheral arterial occlusive disease, problems associated with high-intensity exercise, effect of exercise intensity and fitness on a) exercise duration and b) responses to exercise, and need for more detailed information in order to give more individualized exercise prescriptions. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Wii Console Black with Zumba Fitness and Just Dance 1 $169.99 This package contains a Nintendo Wii console with Zumba Fitness and Just Dance 1. Please note that this product is excluded from our 30 Day Money Back Guarantee - this does not affect your statutory rights. Grab the Wii Remote and dance to an impressive track list full of famous and unforgettable hits. Follow along as Zumba instructor fan favourites guide you through more than 30 routines that will make you forget you are even exercising. The best dance contest ever comes to your own living room. Just Dance gives you the opportunity to perform all the iconic dance moves to your favourite songs. The Zumba program pairs red hot international dance steps with sexy Latin music to create an ultra fun fitness party, that’s focused on the joy of movement. Thanks to the Wii Remote, you're given more freedom to place the console where it best suits your lifestyle. Approximately the size of 3 stacked DVD cases, the Wii's elegant, compact design makes it a natural addition to your entertainment setup without monopolising it. Free delivery via DPD. This item will be delivered free, by courier, usually in 5 working days (depending on your local courier service). EAN/Barcode 5027669399585.

The Science and Practice of Exercise Prescription (DVD) $44.73 The Science and Practice of Exercise Prescription offers a detailed overview of exercise prescription as it relates to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. In a practical, easy-to-understand manner, the DVD explains and demonstrates objective and subjective ways to determine exercise intensity and to prescribe exercise. Among the topics covered: how age and attitude affect an individual’s overall fitness level, how to determine the “best� form of exercise, how to determine exercise intensity—objectively & subjectively, and how to apply the “art� of exercise prescription. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Exercise Prescription When There's No Exercise Test: The Talk Test (DVD) $44.73 Exercise Prescription When There’s No Exercise Test: The Talk Test details a unique way of prescribing exercise that can be useful when an exercise test is not available. The DVD reviews the steps involved in employing the talk test to prescribe exercise. Among the topics covered: exercise training, exercise prescription, training intensity, historical background—studies, and talk test for exercise RX. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Understanding Exercise Purpose and Progressions (DVD) $44.73 Understanding Exercise Purpose and Progressions explores the differences between exercise progressions for training on land and training in water. The DVD also details how to create an effective exercise progression on either land or water. In addition, the DVD discusses how exercise progressions should be incorporated into the overall training regimen. Among the topics covered: 1978 ACSM guidelines, 1990 ACSM guidelines, 1994 healthy people update, 1998 ACSM guidelines, new science vs. old science, how does a muscle work, muscle group actions and progressions, gluteus medius, rhomboids, and triceps. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Upper-Body Exercise Techniques (DVD) $44.73 Upper-Body Exercise Techniques offers an easy-to-understand explanation of how to perform exercises for the upper body. The DVD primarily focuses on multi-joint, free-weight exercises. Instructional tips and guidelines on exercise technique, errors, spotting, and progressions for exercises like pull-ups and dips are also included. Among the topics covered: exercise considerations, benefits of upper-body exercise, warm-up, bench press, incline press, decline press, dips, military press, behind-the-neck press, upright rows, pull-ups, pull-downs, bentover barbell rows, barbell curls, and triceps extensions.

Zumba: Ditch the Workout, Join the Party Book & DVD Demo (Hardcover) $29.55 Expands the practices of a Latin-inspired workout program to include a complete diet and fitness plan that incorporates popular Latin music styles and specific body-toning dance moves, in a set that features guidelines for a jump-start diet and an instructional DVD Demo containing an hour of music.

Exercise and Aging (DVD) $44.73 Aging is a reality. While everyone ages somewhat differently, the key issue that individuals must consider is not whether they can extend the length of their life, but how they can improve the quality of their life. In other words, how are they going to live until they die? In Exercise and Aging, one of the most renowned exercise physiologists in the field provides his insights, thoughts, and suggestions for health/fitness professionals who work with older people. Among the topics covered: aging and life expectancy trends in the United States, physiological parameters that decrease with age, overview of a long-term UNLV epidemiological study of the effect of daily activity on coronary risk factors and the aging process, the health benefits of physical activity for older adults, and factors that should be considered when working with older adults. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

The Art of Asymmetrical Exercise (DVD) $44.73 Muscle imbalances need to be addressed asymmetrically in order to create balance and symmetry. Everything, from the way individuals stand, lift, and carry, affects this asymmetry. The Art of Asymmetrical Exercise teaches assessment of hypermobility and rigidity, and how to correct problems involving asymmetry, from scoliosis to sports-related imbalances. Among the topics covered: warm-up, first movement, second movement, third movement, fourth movement, fifth movement, sixth movement, seventh movement, and cool-down. Produced in cooperation with Inner IDEA.

The Influence of Genetics on Exercise and Training (DVD) $44.73 Genetic factors influence how people are at the present time and how they respond to external stimuli or changes in their environment (for example, exercise training). The Influence of Genetics on Exercise and Training provides a basic introduction to the field of genetics and how it applies to exercise and training. It summarizes some of the findings of a large-scale study (The HERITAGE Family Study) on the effects of genetic factors and exercise training on fitness and risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The DVD also discusses the practical application of these findings to health and fitness. Among the topics covered: basic introduction to genetics, examples of variables (e.g., body weight, muscle fiber composition) where the effects of genetic factors are known, variability in response to training, lack of difference in training responses between a) men and women, b) blacks and whites, and c) young, middle-aged and older subjects. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Developing Exercise Programs for the Sedentary Market (DVD) $44.73 Despite the fact that a substantial amount of documented information concerning the benefits of exercise exists, less than twenty percent of Americans engage in exercise on a regular basis. Developing Exercise Programs for the Sedentary Market offers a field- tested model for getting physically inactive individuals to participate in exercise. In addition, the DVD details the key factors that have to be addressed if such lifestyle changes are to occur. Among the topics covered: external barriers to exercise, traditional approaches to exercise behavior change, support for the one-to-one approach, program design components, program design success factors, the traditional exercise experience vs. the one-to-one exercise experience, program design options, benefits of computerized equipment, and program-development plan.

Predictors of Exercise Compliance: Strategies to Improve Adherence to Exercise Programs (DVD) $44.73 Predictors of Exercise Compliance: Strategies to Improve Adherence to Exercise Programs presents a detailed overview of the factors that affect exercise compliance. The DVD also reviews a series of practical strategies for increasing the level of participant compliance. Among the topics covered: predictors of compliance—socioeconomic, physical/biological, psychological, and characteristics of the exercise program, strategies to improve compliance—coordination of time of day the exercise program is offered, reinforcement during or shortly after the participant’s behavior by the instructor, stimulus control whereby participants are encouraged to make use of cues, cognitive strategies, and behavioral contracting. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Methods of Group Exercise Instruction [With DVD] $49.6 Completely revised, "Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Second Edition," highlights the commonalities of a variety of group exercise formats through common training principles, correction techniques, and safety. Comprehensive, practical, and research based, this text features applied learning through practical mini-teaching assignments that are referenced with demonstrations found on the DVD. Teaching techniques convey appropriate training for each muscle group and methods for warm-up, cardiorespiratory training, muscular conditioning, and flexibility. In addition, starter routines, modification strategies, and assessments are presented for eight class formats: hi/low impact, step training, kickboxing, sport conditioning, stationary indoor cycling, water exercise, yoga, and mat-based Pilates. Merging both text and video, the second edition is an in-depth and practical resource for beginning and preprofessional group exercise instructors working to improve their teaching skills and confidence. New to this second edition are the following features: -Three chapters discussing popular group exercise formats for sports conditioning, yoga, and mat-based Pilates -Research highlight boxes that share supporting research for the guidelines and procedures recommended in the text -Three skill levels of instruction for many formats featured on the DVD -DVD quizzes in the instructor guide for use in conjunction with the video segments -An expanded instructor guide and test package "Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Second Edition," moves from theory to practice in a logical progression that is helpful for both students and methods course instructors. The text is also organized for easy reference, putting the techniques that group exercise instructors need to know at their fingertips. Part I of the text presents foundational knowledge for group exercise instructors, which is applied in part III of the book. An introduction to the field of group exercise instruction discusses differences between student-centered and teacher-centered instruction, presents research on group cohesion, and offers options for professional certificiation and continuing education. Insights on the evolution of group fitness, cultural influences, the instructor as role model, and basic business practices provide a deeper level of understanding that moves beyond the class routine to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all class participants. The final two chapters in part I present practical discussion of core concepts in class design and appropriate use of music, choreography, and cueing methods. Chapters in part II are aligned with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines for the four components of health and fitness: warm-up and stretching, cardiorespiratory training, muscular condititioning, and flexibilty training. Special focus is given to presentation of muscle groups, joints, and proper exercise techniq

Exercise Program Design for the New Fitness Participant (DVD) $44.73 Exercise Program Design for the “New� Fitness Participant presents a detailed overview of the rapidly emerging condition known as Metabolic Syndrome X. The DVD provides exercise program guidelines for clients suffering from obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. The DVD also features invaluable information regarding special precautions that need to be taken when designing exercise programs for such individuals. Among the topics covered: Metabolic Syndrome X, exercise and obesity, waging war on obesity, high protein diets, exercise and diabetes, exercise and hypertension, and the law on initial value. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine.

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