Doing Zumba gives you all the benefits of other exercise programs, some of which are outlined below.
Improved insulin resistance
Insulin is a hormone that controls our body’s blood sugar levels. More specifically, it moves sugar from the blood to the cells for storage. When our cells are insulin resistant, it means they don’t use insulin effectively and our blood sugar remains high.
Better cardiovascular health
Exercising regularly has been shown in countless studies to have a marked effect on reducing the risk factors for cardiovascular events like heart disease and stroke. It reduces bad cholesterol levels while increasing good ones, lowers blood pressure and helps us maintain a health BMI.
Weight loss
Speaking of BMI, regular physical activity is key for weight loss.
At its core, weight loss simply comes down to burning more calories than you take in. The first part of this is taking in fewer calories through a balanced diet. The second part is burning more than you’re consuming with regular physical exercise.