Zumba Anyone? Is This A Good Work-Out?

[Karen2012 36]

I will be 5 weeks post-op on Tuesday do you think I can start these classes??

[mokee 588]

Possibly in the Water? !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[keldolbeth 262]

I will be 5 weeks out Monday and I was hoping to go to a class next week. I was cleared for all forms of exercise at 4 weeks but, as always, every doctor is different. Pre-op I did Zumba regularly 3-4x times a week for a year... until I tore my meniscus last summer. I went so often I became good friends with my fave instructor! I've been working out on my own again but have been a little nervous to go back to a class. Yes, they do have aqua Zumba classes aka Water aerobics which I LOVED also. Great strength workout! You can find classes of any type on zumba.com.

As far as a work out, it is awesome! You can do it at your own pace. Don't worry if you don't follow every single step, just keep moving. The more you go the better you will get. I was never the only big girl in class. It's great cardio and strength training. I've heard different stats but typically you can burn 500-700 calories per class (an hour). I didn't lose a ton of weight doing it because I was still eating like **** but I built up a lot of muscle. My body did change, my stress was lowered and I pulled myself out of depression without meds.

I would whole-heartedly recommend trying a class! The music, the people, the instructor just make it so much fun! Ahhh, I can't wait to go back! lol Good luck!

[traceyinflorida 499]

I am 7 weeks out and am cleared for all exercise, including Zumba. I have heard it is a great work out and so much fun. I usually do not hear those two things in the same sentence so I am going to give it a try next week!!

[Nina88 73]

I love Zumba its a great workout. I think if your doctor clears you for exercise you should try it but modify the moves so you don't hurt yourself. I'm so happy for you.

[Karen2012 36]

thanks everyone <3 I might start class tonight and see how I feel and I will do it slowly lol so I wont hurt myself all I wanna do is sweat a bit because I want this weight off!! as soon as possible lol

[Lauranbob Mc 94]

I have amped up my exercising and started doing zumba 3-4 x's a week. I bought the DVD's and my daughter and I do it at home. still trying to make it untill the end of the 45 minutes but I keep plugging along

[Smiley79 13]

LOVE Zumba! Can't wait until I can do it again!

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

when can i start zumba classes ??

i have heard of Zumba, not sure what is it

kathy

[IlyssaDel 42]

I was cleared for Zumba at 5 weeks but weights and abdominals not till 7 weeks!! Love Zumba!

[Smiley79 13]

i have heard of Zumba, not sure what is it

kathy

Zumba is an aerobic dance program, set to fast-tempo Latin music. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, Bollywood, and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included. It's FUN!

[Dinora7 39]

I'm 4 mos 3 weeks post op and I started Zumba at 3 weeks. Just speak to the instructor and they can always modify the routines a little for you. Just remember to take it at your own pace. It is your workout you manage it! Enjoy this class that is loads of fun and Zumba the pounds away

[Karen2012 36]

Thanks everyone <3 have a nice weekend and I will be starting tonight

[Katie713 423]

Good 4 you girl !! Work it!!

[Finding MeMe 204]

Take your time and try not to bounce around too much. zumba is one of my fav exercise classes. I like the fact that you can burn up to 600 calories per class.