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Swimming or Zumba?
I'm trying to find another activity to get in another workout during the week. I already do 5 days worth of boot camp for 1 hour. I have an aggressive weight loss goal and am working with a nutritionist/trainer to do this safely. In order to come close to my goal I need to try for 8-9 workouts in a week which means doing something at night in addition to my bootcamp.
I should mention I have my nutrition under control with propor calories, carbs, protein etc but I do have PCOS which makes losing weight more of a challenge.
I've done Zumba twice now this week and while yes, I sweat I felt like it wasn't doing much for me and I couldn't get my heart rate above 130 (I have a monitor to keep track). I also don't get the sore muscles but I think that's because I'm a bit conditioned from bootcamp. I'm willing to stick with it if it'll get me additional results but in your mind what's better.... swimming or zumba?
Re: Swimming or Zumba?
I think exercise is a very personal thing where one work out may be great for one person, but may not give the next the same satifsaction/results.
I personally love swimming, its one of my favorite things to do. However, I find that it really doesn't help me lose weight. I find that it helps me be physically fit - it improves my lung function, builds lean muscles, and improves stamina but I never lose weight while doing it.
Through trial and error I've found the things that work for me. Running = losing weight, swimming = feeling fit, Insanity = feeling bulky and exhausted, 30DS = fantastic arms.
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A few things about Zumba and swimming.
I took Zumba for about 4 years. I love dancing and loved the energy I was able to release. You need to make your movements bigger and maybe jump more to get your heart rate up. , don't take it anymore because I want to focus on other things. I still do like taking a class with a friend every once in a blue moon. Make those movements bigger and jump more and you will sweat!!
Swimming: Swimming is a WONDERFUL sport! I love it! I'm passionate about it and will probably be swimming until I'm an old lady and can no longer move my joints or think clearly!!!
Swimming is very technique oriented and to get a good overall workout it helps if you have good technique. Take some lessons or join a masters team to get better at swimming. Also, your heartrate is much lower in the water, so you have to work hard!!