First developed by fitness guru Beto Perez, Zumba (pronounced Zoom-bah) quickly gained in popularity and the trend spread throughout Latin America to north America and beyond. Since its first appearance on the fitness scene in the late 1990s, Perez has seen countless people take an interest in the program and integrate the routines into assorted classes and workshops. Today, there are over 30,000 licensed Zumba instructors and the addition of a new Zumba book makes it even easier to join the program.
Zumba, The Book
Written by Beto Perez and Maggie Greenwood-Robinson, PhD (The Biggest Loser Fitness Program,) Zumba takes us from Beto Perez's early years, when he developed a love of dance, to his career as a fitness instructor and the events that led to the creation of Zumba. Not only does he guide audiences through each movement sequence, explaining how the moves benefit the body and increase fitness levels, Perez also offers advice and encouragement.
Every book comes with inspiring testimonials from people whose lives and health situations have improved due to Zumba; a 5-Day Express Diet weight loss program; a 14-day meal plan complete with mouth-watering recipes; safety tips for working out at home; and photographs clearly illustrating each move. An exclusive Zumba fitness DVD containing detailed instructions for the basic moves and 60 minutes of energizing Latin-inspired music help you get started with the program.
What to Expect From Zumba
Zumba uses principles of aerobic, resistance and interval training to create a full body workout.
- Moves are inspired by traditional cumbia, salsa, samba, and meringue
- The workout can help you burn 600 to 1,000 calories per hour
- The Zumba book contains dozens of workout combinations
- This program will help you burn fat, sculpt and tone your body
- Zumba works your core, upper body, thighs, and butt
- Increases agility and flexibility, and strengthens your heart
- Previous dance experience is not necessary
- Great for people of all ages and genders
Zumba offer body-conscious audiences a fun new workout that doesn't feel like work. Beto Perez's Zumba book allows those who can't find classes near their home, to nonetheless get off the couch and join the party!
About Fitness Guru Beto Perez
Alberto "Beto" Perez began his career as a fitness instructor and choreographer in Cali, Columbia, before going on to create Zumba out of necessity: one day, having forgotten to bring along his traditional aerobic music, Perez used salsa and meringue tapes to teach one of his classes, and Zumba was born.
Perez eventually moved to Miami in pursuit of the American Dream. His charismatic personality and fun workout style soon seduced American audiences and in 2001, entrepreneurs took an interest in Perez and Zumba Fitness was formed.
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To learn more about Zumba, read about ways to spice up your fitness routine or visit the official Zumba website. To find out more about Zumba, by Beto Perez and Maggie Greenwood-Robinson, PhD, visit the Hachette Book Group website.
Publication Details:
Title: Zumba: Ways to Ditch The Workout, Join The Party, and Lose Weight
Authors: Beto Perez and Maggie Greenwood-Robinson, PhD
Publisher: Wellness Central
Publication Date:9/10/2009
ISBN: 9780446546126
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