Introduction

One of the best and common forms of aerobic exercise that enables active physical participation and body movement is Zumba. This fitness activity allows the participants to experience various rhythmic choreography that burns calories accompanied by upbeat music.

Objectives

After studying this module, you should be able to:

• define zumba

• create and perform zumba routine 

What is Zumba?

Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.

Zumba is an aerobic activity that can count toward the amount of aerobic activity recommended for most healthy adults by the Department of Health and Human Services.

The guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a combination of moderate and vigorous activity. But even small amounts of physical activity are helpful. Being active for short periods of time throughout the day can add up to provide health benefits.