Know why Zumba is good for health!

One of the most popular dance fitness forms—Zumba is a combination of aerobics coupled with dance moves.

Irengbam Jenny

One of the most popular dance fitness forms—Zumba is a combination of aerobics coupled with dance moves. It is the best form of exercise and ultimate fat-burning activity that will have you immersed in sweat within minutes.

It was created by Colombian dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez during the 1990s. Zumba moves are a combination of Samba, Salsa, Hip-Hop and Mambo.

We tell you how Zumba helps in keeping fit. Here are some health benefits of the dance fitness program:

Healthy skin

Zumba dance helps you in achieving glowing skin as the moves burn a lot of energy. After a tough work-out, which releases excessive sweat, you will be forced to drink enough water. Drinking water helps the body to flush out toxins which can cause pimples, acne, rash, blotches and disorder on the skin’s surface. Do the dance for 30 minutes everyday and you will notice a clear and glowing skin.

Boosts immunity

Zumba is an intense work-out with physical exercise which helps in boosting your immunity too. While doing Zumba your blood gets pumped up to every part of the body and improves body functioning. The exercise also improves the health and boosts immunity. A strong immunity helps to fight off diseases. So keep dancing!

Flexibility

The specialised dance form also helps in making your body quite flexible, as it brings together aerobics and dance. Aerobics increases the body's flexibility and stretching of muscles. Do the exercise regularly to improve flexibility in your body.

Endorphins

Whenever you do Zumba, a type of hormone known as Endorphins (also known as happy hormones) releases from the body which makes you happy. The upbeat music helps to pick the mood up that boosts self-esteem and self-confidence. Zumba is the best form to achieve both healthy body and mind.

Tones your body

Zumba is a cardiovascular exercise combined with resistance training which increases the muscle mass and strengthens your body. The exercise helps in shaping and sculpting of your body too.

Weight loss

Zumba is the best form of exercise to loss weight. The dance raises the heart rate and burns hundreds of calories in one session which melts the fat away. Good news for all the people aiming to lose weight. Join Zumba classes now!

Decrease stress

Zumba decreases the stress level in life and restores your well-being; lowers high blood pressure and reduces the risk of other lifestyle diseases. It provides the ultimate way to get out of stress and get the relief you surely want.

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