Zumba Skirts Make Exercise Fun

By Jaclyn Hurley


Good physical health is dependent on a body getting a proper amount of exercise, but for a lot of people, such activity is something they only do begrudgingly. Every year, droves of individuals make resolutions to get and get moving though very few have the resolve to stay with it for any length of time. One thing that does make it more enjoyable is donning coin laden Zumba skirts and moving to energetic music.

Zumba is a recent fitness craze that has put the fun and excitement back into aerobics. It originated in Colombia and combines active modern music, various forms of dance, martial arts and exercise moves to create a workout atmosphere that feels more like a party. The Latin inspired flair makes everyone feel motivated and ready to burn calories.

Unlike many exercise programs, this one is applicable for people of all ages, shapes, sizes, ethnic backgrounds and genders. The choreography has bits of hip-hop, samba, meringue, salsa, mambo, Bollywood and belly dancing mixed in with martial arts moves, squats and lunges. When the music gets cranked up, the instructor leads the class through a routine that is enjoyable and gets the adrenaline pumping.

Due to the great amount of movement involved in this program, it is strongly recommended that one wear the proper attire. All clothing should be of breathable fabrics that can wick sweat away and both shirts and pants need to be loose enough not to bind in any way. Fitness shoes are suggested since they offer support while allowing for quick pivoting action.

One way many find to increase their fun is to add some flair to their mid section over their workout attire. They wrap a scarf that has been embellished with fringe, sequins, beads or metal coins around their waists so that the movements of their hips during the routine are greatly exaggerated. The inspiration for this garment comes from the ones worn by traditional belly dancers.

Another thing that makes this garment so appealing is its versatile nature. Triangular in shape, it is often made from rayon, silk, a sheer fabric or crocheted from a lightweight yarn. They are available in sizes that will fit practically all bodies and come in many styles from the plain and unadorned, to the bright and elaborately decorated.

This type of garment is flexible enough to be worn in other ways when not being used as workout attire. Many times they are worn as accent pieces for various outfits, in the place of a shawl and as a cover up for a bathing suit. Some even choose to wind these items around their heads as adorned wraps or decorative turbans, both lending an exotic touch to any ensemble.

Ordinary exercise may be a difficult thing for a lot of people to motivate themselves to practice frequently, but thanks to innovative new programs that mix aerobics, dance and music, more individuals are becoming active. It is important to get folks moving by any means because keeping fit reduces a number of health risks. Regular workouts can help tone the body, strengthen the heart, keep weight under control and improve one's mood.




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