To Sara of Fit by Sara: “I hear Zumba is the new rage for exercise. If I want to lose weight but have little coordination should I even try it?”

Zumba is one of my favorite workouts! It has so many benefits, including burning as many calories as jogging…400-600 calories in one hour (based on 160 lb. person), decreases stress, builds confidence, tones the abdominals, plus it’s a blast!  If you’re not coordinated it may be overwhelming at first. Just focus on the footwork and don’t worry about your arms. After a few times you’ll start to catch on to the basic steps. Once you do it is so much fun that the time will past fast! You’ll love the results too. So give it try and don’t be discouraged if it takes you a few tries. -Sara Holliday MFT, CPT