J Lo and Madonna swear by it and it's steadily becoming the work out rage all around the world. From Delhi to Dallas, people just can't stop raving about Zumba.
Zumba incorporates a number of different types of traditional dances into a fun, group exercise class format. It's got all the right ingredients. It's a complete workout, it's got rhythm, it's great fun and it makes you feel fabulous.
Read on for the four primary fitness benefits of joining the workout regime/dance craze!
Improved Cardiovascular Health
One of the most important fitness benefits associated with Zumba dancing is an improvement in your cardiovascular health. The cardiovascular system is composed of your heart as well as the veins and arteries that deliver blood to organs and muscles all around your body. Research has found that one of the best ways to improve your cardiovascular system is by performing physical activity that gently stresses the heart, such as walking, swimming - or Zumba dancing.
Weight Loss 
Another great fitness benefit associated with Zumba is weight loss. This is one of the most common reasons that people choose to join group exercise classes such as Zumba. For the average person, engaging in Zumba dance for one hour will burn approximately 400 calories.
Improved Coordination
Zumba dancing is also a great way to improve your coordination. Having a good sense of coordination is very important - especially the older one gets. Falls among the elderly are one of the leading causes of death. Therefore, improving and maintaining coordination becomes one of the vital benefits of taking a class.
Improved Mood
Research has found that all types of exercise produce endorphins, which are ‘feel-good' hormones that are released into the blood stream after you finish exercising. People who suffer from bouts of depression are often encouraged to participate in physical activity in order to benefit from these ‘happy hormones'.
Lastly, and most importantly, Zumba is not just a workout routine. It's based on the rythms of music and dance, it speaks a universal language that everyone can relate to. Whoops and hollers are a regular sound in classes while the dancers have a whole lot of fun dancing to catchy beats and specialty songs.