For an exciting and invigorating workout, it’s hard to beat Zumba. Originating in Colombia, Zumba is a dance-based exercise program that offers great cardio and muscle-toning benefits. If you are getting ready to attend your first Zumba class, you may wonder what you should wear to get the most out of your workout. Here’s what to wear to Zumba class to help you feel comfortable throughout your workout.
The Basic Outfit
If you do other fitness activities, you probably already have everything you need for a Zumba class in your closet:
- Sports bra. For women, a sports bra is an essential piece of gear for a Zumba class. There is a lot of movement in all directions during a typical class, so you’ll want a high impact sports bra that is supportive enough to keep you comfortable.
- Athletic T-shirt or tank top. While some women will feel comfortable going through class in the sports bra alone, most choose to wear a T-shirt or tank top over the bra. You want something that is relatively tight-fitting, so it doesn’t get in your way.
- Leggings. A quality pair of leggings is the perfect choice for bottoms at Zumba. Leggings will help keep your muscles warm throughout the workout without being restrictive in any way. Plus, these days it’s easy to find leggings with all kinds of fun colors and patterns, so you can show off your personality and style while wearing this functional garment!
- Shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of dance movements, like side-to-side lunges and pivots. Consider wearing lightweight dance sneakers, cross trainers, or old running shoes—a worn-out tread is actually better for pivoting, creating a “spin spot.”
That’s it! One of the great things about Zumba is the minimal gear required to get started. There is nothing left to do now but get dressed and get to class!
Synthetic All the Way
When picking out your outfit for class, favor pieces made with synthetic fibers as opposed to cotton. It’s true that cotton garments can be quite comfortable for casual wear, but they don’t perform very well in a workout setting. A cotton garment will soak up your sweat and hang on to that moisture for the rest of the class, leaving it wet and heavy, and potentially causing chafing issues.
On the other hand, synthetic fibers dry quickly and help you stay comfortable all workout long. With a lightweight feel that lasts throughout your Zumba class and beyond, synthetic athletic wear is the best choice.
Emphasize Comfort
With Zumba, the primary goal is to get a great workout, but these dance-based classes are supposed to be fun, as well. They provide an opportunity to let your inhibitions go, show off your moves, and interact with others. With those goals in mind, you want to be as comfortable as possible when dressing for each class. That means wearing items that will allow you to move freely while boosting your self-confidence. If you aren’t feeling good about what you’re wearing, it’s going to be hard to fully immerse yourself in the Zumba experience.
Adjust to the Studio
Once you’ve attended a class or two at your local Zumba studio, you can adapt your apparel based on the conditions you find. Specifically, you may need to tailor your outfits to match the temperature of the facility. A tank top might feel a little too cool, or a T-shirt and full-length leggings might be too warm. Whatever the case, the experience you pick up in your first few classes will help you dress more comfortably in the future.
Keep Your Zumba Clothes Smelling Fresh!
When you give your all in a Zumba class, a couple of things are assured. For one, you’ll have a great time, and you will be looking forward to booking your next class. But you can also expect to get very sweaty. To get all that sweat out of your synthetic workout clothes, you’ll need a detergent that is up to the task.
WIN Activewear Detergent is specially formulated to deal with the odor and oils that build up in synthetic fibers, which regular detergents simply can’t handle. Order a bottle of WIN Detergent today, and smell the difference for yourself.