I am really interested in trying this Zumba DVD set, however, I am a full figured girl and wasn't sure if I could keep up with this particular set. Can anybody do it... or is it geared toward the more fit individuals? I am really interested in trying this Zumba DVD set, however, I am a full figured girl and wasn't sure if I could keep up with this particular set. Can anybody do it... or is it geared toward... » Read More I am really interested in trying this Zumba DVD set, however, I am a full figured girl and wasn't sure if I could keep up with this particular set. Can anybody do it... or is it geared toward the more fit individuals? « Show Less
87084
I would recommend this to anyone, anyone can do it, and im so glad that i ordered it. Im still getting use to some of the step, but for the most part they are pretty easy to follow, and they do have a dvd that shows how to do the steps. If you enjoy dancing and dont want to feel like its just a boring workout, then I say go for it :).
87085
Anyone can do this. It takes time to learn the moves and keep up with the DVD at first. I actually bought this for my daughter, but I am also full figured and can do it. You have to want to do it and not overdo it. Mind over matter. Hope this helps.
87086
If you like to dance you'll do fine with it! I'm on the full figured end of the scale and it's so much fun. My only problem with it, is that I don't have as much free floor space as I'd like.
87087
In my opinion yes. this is designed for already fit people. I ended up selling my DVD set at a yard sale for $20.00. Really not a good return for my initial investment. Also the DVD's skipped and the Spanish spoken was way too fast to understand.
87088
I too am a full figure woman and I just do the best I can. I believe if you want something bad enough do it! My friend is also a full figured woman and she does the same as I do and she has been doing it longer than I have and she is losing inches everywhere. In fact she's the one who got me going.
87089
I think anyone can do it. Just give yourself a break and don't get frustrated if you can't do it exactly like they do. It is challenging but movement is better than no movement. Sometimes I just marched in place until I got more endurance. You can also do the shorter DVD until you feel more comfortable. I don't like the music on there so I play my own. Hope this helps.
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To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my weight & the Rebounder, and there are 2 other Family members now using it.I only have to use it 20 minutes daily to keep in shape.hope that helps!P.S.: BTW, it is also a LOT OF FUN. To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my... » Read More To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my weight & the Rebounder, and there are 2 other Family members now using it.I only have to use it 20 minutes daily to keep in shape.hope that helps!P.S.: BTW, it is also a LOT OF FUN. « Show Less
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I'm not a mom and I know you wanted to know if mother's have gotten toned from doing Zumba but I just wanted to say I've done both the Zumba and Zumba Exhilarate for three weeks in a row for 5 days each and haven't lost or gained anything. I know in both you work with the toning sticks. I just have regular 3lb weights which gets harder the longer you use them for these two videos. The Zumba 'Sculpt & Tone' will have you heaving if you're not in top shape. The Zumba Ripped is extremely low impact so I don't see why they call it 'ripped' when you barely break a sweat. I'm not in tip top shape but I know the Ripped DVD is too easy to do and don't see how you can get 'ripped' from it. I'm not a mom and I know you wanted to know if mother's have gotten toned from doing Zumba but I just wanted to say I've done both the Zumba and Zumba Exhilarate for three weeks in a row for 5 days each and haven't lost or gained anything. I know in both you work with the toning sticks. I just have regular 3lb weights which gets harder the longer you use them for these two videos. The Zumba 'Sculpt & Tone' will have you heaving if you're not in top shape. The Zumba Ripped is extremely low impact so I don't see why they call it 'ripped' when you barely break a sweat. I'm not in tip top shape... » Read More I'm not a mom and I know you wanted to know if mother's have gotten toned from doing Zumba but I just wanted to say I've done both the Zumba and Zumba Exhilarate for three weeks in a row for 5 days each and haven't lost or gained anything. I know in both you work with the toning sticks. I just have regular 3lb weights which gets harder the longer you use them for these two videos. The Zumba 'Sculpt & Tone' will have you heaving if you're not in top shape. The Zumba Ripped is extremely low impact so I don't see why they call it 'ripped' when you barely break a sweat. I'm not in tip top shape but I know the Ripped DVD is too easy to do and don't see how you can get 'ripped' from it. « Show Less
574058
I am 56 and have serious back issues and I can't do any of the regular zumba's I've tried - the body just can't do those moves anymore. With Gold you are exercising with rhythm. If you are wanting to have fun but still feel you are doing some fancier foot working exercising, then this is good, but if you are able and want to really be "dancing" you won't be happy with it.
751521
I'm a 21 year old with two left feet.I had a hard time keeping up with the instructors.There is a Zumba for seniors called Golden Years, I believe.It might be more suitable for people like myself who need to go at a slower pace because of my poor dancing ability.
1294680
I believe it will be fine for a beginner just as long as you take it slow. You might not be able to do the whole 20 minutes the first time. It will get easier the more often you do them. When I first started I would just pause the dvd and rest when I got too tired. The exercises themselves are not too difficult but they will certainly get your heart rate up and give you an excellent workout.
1258600
I have been doing Zumba for a couple of months and while I have not lost weight, I have lost inches! That's even better because it means I am losing fat and gaining muscle. It is a great workout. You really burn calories and because it's so much fun it's not a chore.
718803
Kelly, do you work for beachbody or something? These workouts are insane! You didn't even break a sweat?? I just finished Chalean Extreme, a 12 week program training with heavy weights along with some plyometrics, kickboxing, etc. It's a great workout, but that was easy compared to this. I'm no athlete, but I'm in pretty good shape. I totally disagree. BBL is NOT good for a beginner. I sweat bullets when I do this and I'm not a big sweater! Good luck Kat.
1509634
Probably not. I found that this is a little bit of a workout in holding poses and the techniques the ask you to use. However, I just skipped what I couldn't do. I am very inflexible, but I do workout and have quite a bit of strength.
1193811
I bought Zumba Gold because regular Zumba was too fast paced for me. I agree that it may be a bit slow paced, but you can learn the steps easier that way. I fell like you can get out of this what you are willing to put into it-- I think it was the only way I would have been able to learn the steps.
574059
I believe it will be too slow for you... it was very elementary and did not get my heart rate up. I am nearly 70! I have some trouble keeping up with a Zumba class at a gym where folks are your age or younger and thought this would help me get the steps down... it didn't. I also bought the Step It UP Zumba DVD and didn't like it either... it requires a new step up device that's round which is not included.
524963
I do not recommend you kick start a workout program with this set unless you want to be discouraged and get injured. There are kinder and gentler Firm workouts for the beginner. You want to build up to this set. They still kick my butt and I've been doing Firm DVDs since they were VHS!
1112391
There is a timetable you follow. Personally I wouldn't recommend this one, though, it's an incredibly boring workout in my opinion, but of course you might feel differently from me. Anyway, you just follow the schedule and you'll be fine. Good luck :-)
1481065
Speaking for myself, I'm not following a program. I'm doing the ACTIVATE DVD this month, then I plan to move onto the EXHILARATE DVD next month. It took me three days for my body to adjust to following the steps and still, I'm not perfect with all the moves, but I'm keeping up. RUSH is WAY too advanced for me right now, although it is 20mins. So, I'm just having fun with ACTIVATE for the moment. Don't kill yourself trying to keep up, listen to your body ( unless your body tells you to give up, then don't listen!)
1721455
Also, I already knew the songs on Zumba Fitness 2 and I was more motivated to do the routines as a result. Also, the game keeps track of your fitness minutes, weight, and technique. I found it motivating to see the progress of my weight loss right on the game. That is why I preferred to purchase the wii game instead of the DVD. So if you are going to try Zumba Fitness for wii, skip the first version of the game and just get Zumba Fitness 2. It is much closer to being in the class.
1723113
I have the Zumba for Xbox 360 and it is good if you want to learn the moves and get a feel for the steps. My problem with the game is....its a game so if you are not in the correct position in front of the kinect, it will not read your movements and you will become frustrated. I ordered it January 1st and I have gotten tired of the same screen and no additional areas to dance because you have to earn points to move forward. I am awaiting the Zumba transformation cd set so that I can continue with Zumba. I hope this helps.
769741
I started doing Zumba a few years ago with my girlfriends in a live setting after gaining 20 pounds in college. After taking Zumba classes for a few months, I noticed I was getting more toned- not necessarily losing weight. However, the workout inspired me to do more- running, horseback riding, weight training- and I now weigh ten pounds less than I did in high school (so I lost 30 pounds altogether). I am now a size 2/4. I workout regularly with Zumba, and when I can't get to the gym. It's a great great tool- the cardio aspect is amazing and you WILL sweat. I can promise that you'll have a lot more energy and that you will probably lose some weight, too! All you have to do is stick with it :) Good luck!