Wearing the right pair of shoes to work out in is VERY important. Footwear can aid or restrict your movement.
For Zumba, it's best that you find a pair of shoes with very little tread on the bottom. This will allow you to twist, turn and slide without putting your knees in danger.
Right now, I'm wearing a pear or bright purple and green Nike Free shoes. There's almost no tread on the bottom. They look like this:
It's also really important to replace your shoes when they get old. I know that shoes are expensive, but it's definitely worth the money. Believe me, in 2011 I was out for two weeks because of a nasty case of achilles tendinitis caused by worn-out shoes. Ouch.
One of my fitness mottos is that appearance matters way more than you think it does. If you're dressed in a way that makes you feel confident, you will get a better workout. Check out this blog post and this one for more.
And keep dancing!
Zumba Jam of the week: "Noche de Estrellas" by Jose de Rico and Henry Mendez
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