I know everyone is working hard this second week in 2013 to maintain their fitness and health goals.  Incorporating some FUN into your workout routine is a great way to stay on track!  If you have not already, you should give Zumba a try.  Zumba is a fitness routine that is inspired by Latin dance.  Zumba routines comprise cardiovascular exercise and aerobic dancing.  What I like the most about Zumba is that it is a judgment FREE zone.  You can dance at your own pace and truly enjoy the workout!

This past Saturday I attended Kelli’s 2013 Kickoff Glow in The Dark Zumba Party at Still Life Nightclub in Downtown Raleigh.  Kelli Cheatham is one of Raleigh’s most electrifying Zumba Instructors.  Kelli has been teaching Zumba remixed with Hip Hop and Techno moves for two years.  On Saturday, 100 people danced the evening away to upbeat songs, including Ella Me Copia and Drop it On Me by Ricky Martin.  Kelli’s choreography included dance genres Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Hip-Hop, Reggeaton, Bollywood, and Bachata.  These dance genres are action-packed but very fun and easy to learn.

         

I can honestly say this was the most fun I’ve had doing Zumba.  Taking the class at Still Life Nightclub added to the fun and made me feel comfortable.  I enjoy working out but I have to admit it’s not always entertaining.  Still Life Nightclub has amazing light effects and three levels of dance space.  I felt like I was having a night out with the girls instead of working out!

So Dapper Dolls if you are looking to get fit in 2013, you should definitely join the PARTY!  Kelli’s Glow In the Dark Zumba Party goes down every Tuesday and Thursday at Still Life Nightclub Downtown Raleigh, (401 N. West Street, Suite 131), beginning at 6:30pm.  Classes are just $5!  Kelli also teaches at Rex Wellness Center in Knightdale on Wednesdays at 6:30pm.  The drop in fee is $10 and free if you are a member of Rex Wellness.  Connect with Kelli at:

Website:  kellic.zumba.com  

Follow her on Twitter:  @zumbawithkelli

Facebook:  Zumba With Kelli C.

This post would not be complete without mentioning the sleek and fun fashion apparel Zumba has to offer.  If you want to be the hottest girl at the party cop you some Zumba apparel from http://www.zumba.com/en-US/shop/.  Kelli would like to offer you a special discount code, enter ‘KELLIROCKS’ at checkout to receive 10% off your entire purchase!  The most important fashion tip when it comes to any workout is to wear breathable clothing that will allow you to maximize your physical activity! Kelli suggests wearing flexible shoes to support your knees during lateral movements (twisting, jumping).   Everyone looked FAB at the Kickoff Party on Saturday in neon Pink and Green (me and Kelli’s sorority colors).  Everyone was PRETTY in that party! :-) Have a fabulous week Dolls!

BRI