Dance
And Be Fit: Latin Groove
“Proving
that exercise that is good for
you doesn’t
have to be gruelling is the
Dance And Be Fit Latin Groove DVD,
out
now, that
is all about keeping fit by
having fun with healthy, joyful living...”
DEMONSTRATING THAT FUN DANCE STEPS can form the basis of your keep-fit
regime, Desi Bartlett — who has been teaching health and wellness for over
seventeen years and is one of the industry's most invigorating instructors
— takes you through the steps of her new programme included on the Dance
And Be Fit Latin Groove DVD that makes it impossible to wipe the smile from
your face!
Desi's voice is clear and her instructions easily understood as the three dancers
follow her advice and show you exactly how you should move — from the Merengue
and the Salsa step to the Rumba, incorporating some sexy hip rolls and satisfying
kicks. Desi says she has designed this programme to put fun and flair into working
out while increasing fitness and flexibility. The dancers look good and their
repertoire inspires while adding excitement and spice to workouts that will
get you results in no time.
The demonstrations take place in the lovely, atmospheric surrounds of Kauai,
Hawaii, and as the dancers are put through their paces, Desi gently talks you
through the movements and suggests ways to ease any problems that may occur.
The DVD starts off with a warning to see a doctor before undertaking any exercise
regimes, including this one, and advises that you should also seek medical advice
if you find yourself in pain or with any exercise-related problem. Nobody should
expect to be able to just start following these exercises if you have a pre-existing
condition that may interfere with your movements or if you have not taken any
form of exercise for a long time.
Desi also emphasises the need for warm-up exercises and necessary cautions you
should be aware of. She also places emphasis on breathing along with comfortable,
fluid movements. If you follow her advice and put aside time for a regular workout,
Dance And Be Fit Latin Groove could turn into a sizzling calorie burner
that trims waistlines and sheds unwanted pounds — and leaves you with a
smile.
The DVD consists of two twenty-minute programmes that can either be carried
out separately or together, with simple, expressive, joyful enjoyable moves
that are super-effective in toning the entire body. Being able to see how it
is done is extremely helpful, but you need to bear in mind that these dancers
have been keeping themselves fit for years. We tried the routine ourselves and
found that — even for the most unfit of MotorBar staff — it was quite
easy to follow apart from the low stretches that need time to work at and should
not be undertaken by beginners.
What a terrific and enjoyable way to get fit — with Dance And Be Fit
Latin Groove you will discover a fantastic way to get that body toned while
boosting your confidence and re-energising yourself without having to face the
difficulties and the tedium of most exercise regimes. The bonus is that you
will also have some interesting movements to show off on the dance floor!
The dance exercises include arm, shoulder, waist and hip movements along with
leg workouts that include the box step similar to that used by bands —
including The Shadows. Once you've mastered each step it will be easy to include
them in your routine and keep the DVD playing both for the wonderful music provided
by Shaman's Dream and as a reminder of the steps as you dance.
Desi's special and innovative approach to teaching involves tapping into one's
inner joy and letting movement be an expression of that state. She has an impressive
cv — having been featured on networks like ABC, Univision and Lifetime,
Desi was named ambassador for Lululemon Athletica in 2005, and in 2006 was a
presenter for Nike Fitness Academy.
The great thing about Dance And Be Fit Latin Groove is a celebration
of dance and music that is not just about the enjoyment but also the fact that
this dance fitness DVD will engage the mind, body and spirit and liven up even
the most mundane workout. Check out those sexy moves as you shake those hips
and spice up the basic steps.
This amazing workout for your entire body, says Desi, "burns calories and tones
your body; chases away the blues; lifts your spirits and gives you a few moves
to try out on the dance floor while energising you for the rest of the day".
Can't be bad!
Encouraging you to follow the rhythm of the music and get that rhythm into your
body as you Salsa, Desi also advocates finger-pointing attitude!
As with any exercise programme, it is important to relax and wind down at the
end and Desi has included time for this at the end of her DVD. Healthy lifestyle
experts Acacia are pleased to present this fantastic and enlivening new dance
fitness DVD that promises to put a spring into your step with fun and flair.
• Dance And Be Fit Latin Groove is
available now (release date 15 September, 2008), courtesy of Acacia at a RRP
of £14.99.
"What a terrific and enjoyable way to get fit — with Dance And Be Fit
Latin Groove you will discover a fantastic way to get that body toned while
boosting your confidence and re-energising yourself without facing the difficulties
and the tedium of most exercise regimes. The bonus is that you will also have
some interesting movements to show off on the dance floor!" — MotorBar
About Desi Bartlett
Desi Bartlett has been teaching fitness classes for over sixteen years, encouraging
students to tap into their inner joy and let the movement be its outward expression.
Desi has an undergraduate degree in kinesiology, with a Minor in dance and a
master's degree in corporate fitness. She holds advanced qualifications in yoga,
personal training and group fitness. Originally from Chicago, Desi now lives
in Southern California.
Check out desibartlett.com.
