Deeply ingrained in society across cultural lines, dance is different from most physical activities. A tool for celebration and for love, people write songs about dance and create shows about dance. Using dance as a tool for exercise and weight loss makes sense, and there's no better way to bust a move than in the comfort of your own living room with a fun dance DVD.
Cultural Dance DVDs
Cultural dance videos flood the Internet and video store check-out stands. These DVDs range from Brazilian to African, but it's hard to know which video is most engaging. Check out Consumer Search to find highly acclaimed video rating systems, then research those video rating sites to find your perfect match.
If you're looking for a workout that incorporates multicultural moves in a fun and catchy way, you can't go wrong with Zumba. Zumba entertains while you dance, so be ready to look a little goofy as you learn the steps, shake your hips and move to the music while having a blast. The Zumba Fitness Total Body Transformation System set includes six dance DVDs that are perfect for keeping your workout fresh.
Striptease DVDs
Strapping on a pair of high heels, heading to the gym and joining a class where you learn pole dancing, chair dancing and sexy moves may sound intriguing, but also a little intimidating. While striptease classes have taken the gym-scene by storm, trying a video at home is a good starting point if you think of yourself as a little bit tame. There are a number of DVDs on the market, and many received good ratings on Amazon.com, but the primary complaint is that these videos won't make you sweat. And there's some truth to that. Learning strip tease moves require you to move slowly, sexily and a little sensually, so you probably won't feel like you just ran a 5k, but that doesn't mean these DVDs aren't beneficial. Rent or purchase "Dance off the Inches: Cardio Striptease" for an option that will provide you with a light cardio routine and the confidence to take your new moves from the living room to the bedroom.
Popular Show DVDs
If you've ever watched "So You Think You Can Dance?" or "Dancing with the Stars" and thought, "I want to learn how to dance like that," pick up one of the shows' signature DVDs. Fitness Magazine listed "So You Think You Can Dance Get Fit: Cardio Funk" as the Best Dance Workout of 2009. The video allows you to adjust the speed of the instruction to your ability to learn the steps and teaches you a number of dances from different genres.
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