Iam 58 yrs old pain and ack in my body 180 lbs no injurys just no motivation i love dance but i am so ashame
1951985
I am the same age as you are felt the same way. My motivation comes from shopping and wanting to look good in my clothes coupled with I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. It took me a while to get to this point. Also, l started slow. So go at your own pace. Also, it is very important not to beat yourself up. If you love to dance you will love Zumba! Try it. If you don't like it send it back.
1951986
If you have no true "issues" with injury's you can use this DVD. If you have problems with repetitive movements, you need to be careful. The dancing is a great deal of fun. No worries, I'm 60 and I loved it, I'm having issues with repetitive movements, so I have not used recently. But enjoy!!
1951987
Get up and enjoy yourself. If you like to dance this is the one to start with. Don't worry about trying to do everything at once. Just take your time and build up to the rest. My grandchildren even worked out with me. They loved it. Motivate yourself to learn just one song and dance routine, then move on to the others. Just do it for yourself! I know you will feel much better.
1951988
Try it - DVD programs such as these can help boost your motivation! Just go slow and take it easy - and consider specific strengthening exercises for your problem areas - books such as "Treat Your Own Knee Arthritis" can help with that.
524962
I am 47 years & very stocky. With all programs you work at beginner level. After one month your fitness will have improved dramatically. Muscle & bone density will be heavier on scale which is good but you are smaller in inches. Blood pressure improves as the fitness of your heart improves. Always be gentle & kind with your body. The instructors on dvd are very good. For 12 to 18 months I did Leslie sans one walk at home & or Denise Austin blast away pounds. I started slow & now I can do the firm dvds basic to intermediate. Light weights to medium only for me. May this assist your decision. Take care. Julie I am 47 years & very stocky. With all programs you work at beginner level. After one month your fitness will have improved dramatically. Muscle & bone density will be heavier on scale which is good but you are smaller in inches. Blood pressure improves as the fitness of your heart improves. Always be gentle & kind with your body. The instructors on dvd are very good. For 12 to 18 months I did Leslie sans one walk at home & or Denise Austin blast away pounds. I started slow & now I can do the firm dvds basic to intermediate. Light weights to medium only for me. May this assist your decision.... » Read More I am 47 years & very stocky. With all programs you work at beginner level. After one month your fitness will have improved dramatically. Muscle & bone density will be heavier on scale which is good but you are smaller in inches. Blood pressure improves as the fitness of your heart improves. Always be gentle & kind with your body. The instructors on dvd are very good. For 12 to 18 months I did Leslie sans one walk at home & or Denise Austin blast away pounds. I started slow & now I can do the firm dvds basic to intermediate. Light weights to medium only for me. May this assist your decision. Take care. Julie « Show Less
460343
It is mostly yoga stances, and holding on a bar, I can tell a difference, but weight loss, no, I am 59
292457
I might be the only one with issues in this regard. I am a short and heavy woman. My legs are pretty thick. So, when I snap myself in, I make it as tight as I can but once I invert myself, I slide down and almost fall out because at that point its by my ankles, which are small. my husband had to "save" my life mid air.
1851999
I hae a pinched nerve because of a slipped disc and I used to be 300lbs. I am no where near that now,but at that weight used it as my couch when I moved last until my furnature arrived and it held myself and 2 other grown women while watching TV every night
87089
I think anyone can do it. Just give yourself a break and don't get frustrated if you can't do it exactly like they do. It is challenging but movement is better than no movement. Sometimes I just marched in place until I got more endurance. You can also do the shorter DVD until you feel more comfortable. I don't like the music on there so I play my own. Hope this helps.
1421794
I am not all that coordinated and have had no problems. It will take a few times to get the steps down, but once you do the will become second nature. This is by far my favorite workout and the best one I have found that works my entire body. Enjoy and have fun!
1933293
Probably would feel good - what do you suffer from? Try the ex's in the book Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis or The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution if your feet have those problems. Hope this helps.
330740
Yes you will this woman has a great program. My problem is my time is limited at times with some personal issues at my house. The first two weeks I owned the program you will definitely feel the burn (in a good way) and I'm starting mine back up. In fact I have "decluttered" a lot of my other exercise dvd and sold them back to companies because this program is a good one. I'm 48 and overweight and sedentary life style and work a desk job. She has a little accent but you will adjust and I have read positive things about the program also.
978054
Am glad you asked this question. My 60-year-old hubby died May 29, I am 5'2" and 125 lbs.....the answers to your question reassured me. My grieving continues; maybe camping will help. Are you afraid to go alone?
574057
My wife is 62 uses Zumba Gold because of Fibromyalgia and a touch of arthritis. I gives her a slow to moderate but steady workout routine without severe exertion. I suggest you go to Youtube.com and enter zumba gold. You can watch many of the routines being used and decide for yourself.
1948178
It is hard. It is used by my mother in law (86) once in a while when the muscles pain increases. It is not soft
805351
As long as your dancing is over 10 minutes, then it counts as a workout. You need to go to the workout menu and pick out the activity that matches your workout. I usually use the high impact aerobics and it works for me. There are plenty of choices for activities so one of them should fit your needs. Hope this helps!
938869
very well said I am 36 and 350 pounds I want to try p 90 x but was afraid that I would not be able to do it. Like the poster I also work a desk job. I don't eat bad all of the time but I don't exercise consistently .Thank you for the suggestions and encouragement good luck on your journey. We should start the p90x 300lb + club LOL!!!
1365342
Not sure because I am not overweight. It felt uncomfortable at first as long as I lay still, its fine. Get up a little hard. The only thing is I couldn't motivate myself to lay on this mat daily because it's uncomfortable. I just wish it's adjustable on the needles up and down a little bit to have a comfort mat. Overall, it's a nice product.
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just my experience is yes. I am 67 years old and i can get up with my back lower back hurting and i turn upside down and do 30 crunches and it makes it ok for day. Now i do it daily to strenfgten core muscles witch is essential for back health. My ups guy has been using for 10 years, his back Dr told him it was going to be surgery but try one first.
1847981
I'm 35 and its heavy for me to wheel it far. I can put up myself but its better to have someone help. But I love it cause its very durable.