A spicy Latin dance program that just feels good!This sizzling Latin calorie-burner will have you trimming your waistline, shedding unwanted pounds? and smiling as you do it! Dance is a celebration of life and movement, an... more »d that?s what this program is all about. From the Merengue and the Salsa step, to the Rumba and even some sexy hip rolls, you?ll be adding your own flair and spicing up your workout in no time. The two 20-minute programs can be done separately, or together?it?s your choice. The moves are simple, expressive, joyful, and super effective in toning your entire body. So put on a smile, immerse yourself in the rhythms, and add a little spice to your life today! Warm-Up 9 min.
Merengue Mix 20 min.
Spicy Salsa 20 min.
Cool Down 7 min. Optional Spanish and Spanglish audio tracks
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This DVD is a fun way to exercise! I've done it several times. There's a warm up segment, 2 twenty-minute work outs, then a cool down segment. The workout segments are based on merengue and salsa. They require a bit of coordination, but after trying a few times, I'm able to bumble through it, laughing at myself when I mess up. The stretching in the warm up and cool down is fun also.
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Lots of fun!
Indiana Girl | Hoosier Country | 11/13/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have this DVD & the other Dance and Be Fit program, Brazilian Body. I think the music in both of them is great! One of the reviewers commented about too much drum but the music is SUPPOSED to be secondary to Desi's instruction. The DVD also provides a music option to let you turn off the instruction and just hear the music. It's a fun way to work up a sweat, the moves are easy to follow and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to mix up their cardio routine."
Great for beginners
Morgan's Mom | Chicago, IL | 10/11/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I am in my late 40s and totally out of shape. I bought this DVD because I wanted a fun workout. This is perfect for me and anyone who has not exercised in a very long time. The warm-up really prepares my body for the main exercise routines. The workout steps and routines are described very well making them easy to follow. Each routine, the merengue and salsa, is 20 minutes apiece. I could do only one if I am crunched for time, for a total of 35 minutes including warm-up and cool down. The very first time I tried this, my potbelly was in the way (bending down to touch my head to my knee). Don't feel frustrated if you have a hard time in your first week; it gets easier every time you do it. In less than a month, I feel physically fit, I sleep really well and I am ready for a more challenging dance workout DVD!"
Fresh new way to workout!
LoveOBX23 | Merryland | 11/12/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love this program! I like it because a. I am working out and getting fit and B. I'm learning exotic dances without having to go to a ballroom dance class. It's fun to bust out my moves on the dance floor and impress the boys. The music is motivating as is the instructor. Ayayay!"
A very casual workout
Becky Geraci | East Lansing, MI, USA | 04/22/2010
(2 out of 5 stars)
"I'm sorry to say I did not like this workout dvd. I'm not a consistent fitness fiend, but still workout every now and again. This DVD is very simple and low impact and not what I desired when I thought it was a latin dance workout. If you are new to working out I guess this would work for you, but I don't feel it burned enough energy for me to count as an effective workout. I actually quit towards the end because there was not enough energy to keep me going. I would not buy this dvd."
Groovy Grandma gets fit
Best Grandma | Michigan | 04/10/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I didn't even think I could dance. But what fun and it works for me. I use it at least 3 times a day. Thank you, Desi. When does the next DVD come out?"