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| $80 |
$70 - 5 color combinations
If your shoe comes with a removable insert,
replace it with one of these athletic insoles.
Your shoe will be SO comfy and last longer!
replace it with one of these athletic insoles.
Your shoe will be SO comfy and last longer!
| $50-$60 comes in 3 colors |
| $58-$62 comes in 3 colors |
| $80 - 3 color combinations |
$76 and comes in 2 colors
| $64-$85 comes in 8 colors |
| $75 comes in 5 colors |
$60 and also comes in silver/gray
| Shoes for Zumba - About Choosing a Shoe for Zumba Class Listed below are the BEST brands and styles of fitness shoes for dance cardio, dance aerobics or zumba fitness classes for WOMEN. If you are looking for men's shoes visit "shoes for men who do zumba." All these shoes have FREE SHIPPING BOTH WAYS!!! The shoes below come in a variety of colors, not just the ones pictured! (information updated as of Feb. 10, 2012) Here are some recommended styles for dance fitness, dance cardio, or zumba fitness classes. These are cross-trainers that offer multi-directional support. |
How to Make Sure Your Shoes Fit
Try on your new shoes and walk around in them for several minutes. A properly fitted athletic shoe should not have to be "broken-
in". Instead they should feel comfortable right out of the box. They may, however, feel slightly stiff. I find that walking in them for
awhile tends to loosen them up.
When you put your weight into the shoe make sure there is enough room for the ball of the foot to spread evenly and feel
comfortable. You should feel that your toes have enough room to spread out. Try jumping in place (or trying your zumba moves) on
the balls of your feet to see if there is enough room in the toebox.
You also want to pay attention to the heel. Does it feel like your foot is coming out of the back of the shoe when you walk or jump in
them? Do you feel any discomfort in the back of the shoe on your heel?
Try shoes on both feet! For many people the right foot may be longer than the left. Buy the pair of shoes that fit your right foot better.
You also want to take into consideration the type of sock you will be wearing with your shoe. A thicker sock can give you just a little
bit more cushioning than a thinner sock. Then again a thicker sock will make the shoe seem smaller. If you buy your shoes a size up
this could be an advantage.
Place an insole in your shoe
If the shoe fits right but you feel that it does not provide enough support you can try replacing the insole with one that has more
cushion. Most new styles of athletic shoes come with insoles that are removable so that you can do this. Sometimes you may have to
buy a shoe size that is a half-size or a whole-size up in order to make the shoe more comfortable with an alternate insole.
Try on your new shoes and walk around in them for several minutes. A properly fitted athletic shoe should not have to be "broken-
in". Instead they should feel comfortable right out of the box. They may, however, feel slightly stiff. I find that walking in them for
awhile tends to loosen them up.
When you put your weight into the shoe make sure there is enough room for the ball of the foot to spread evenly and feel
comfortable. You should feel that your toes have enough room to spread out. Try jumping in place (or trying your zumba moves) on
the balls of your feet to see if there is enough room in the toebox.
You also want to pay attention to the heel. Does it feel like your foot is coming out of the back of the shoe when you walk or jump in
them? Do you feel any discomfort in the back of the shoe on your heel?
Try shoes on both feet! For many people the right foot may be longer than the left. Buy the pair of shoes that fit your right foot better.
You also want to take into consideration the type of sock you will be wearing with your shoe. A thicker sock can give you just a little
bit more cushioning than a thinner sock. Then again a thicker sock will make the shoe seem smaller. If you buy your shoes a size up
this could be an advantage.
Place an insole in your shoe
If the shoe fits right but you feel that it does not provide enough support you can try replacing the insole with one that has more
cushion. Most new styles of athletic shoes come with insoles that are removable so that you can do this. Sometimes you may have to
buy a shoe size that is a half-size or a whole-size up in order to make the shoe more comfortable with an alternate insole.
Traction and sliding with dance-fitness shoes
You will want to also look for a shoe with little or no tread on the bottom to help you pivot easy on the floor. If you need to protect
your knees then a shoe that pivots easily will prevent injury. If you are taking a zumba class on a slippery floor you may want a shoe
with more traction. I like the Nike diamond flex soles because they provide a little traction but still allow me to slide and glide just
enough so that my feet do not stick to the floor. Because zumba is also a fitness class with fitness moves it is helpful to have the
traction for plyometric moves or jumping.
Buy light shoes for zumba
Because zumba class has alot of fast footwork it will help you to have shoes that are lightweight. You should be able to move your
feet around quickly and not feel like you are dragging around alot of weight.
How to Make Your Shoes for Zumba Last Longer
There are a few things you can do to make your shoes last longer. Don't wear your shoes outside but instead wear them only when
in class. Carry your shoes in a bag and then change them once you get indoors. Buy more than one pair and alternate wearing
different shoes. Always wear socks with your shoes. Use an athletic insole. You can wash your shoes in the washing machine on a
gentle cycle. Let them air dry.
Shoes by Zumba
There are also shoes sold on www.zumba.com. They have pivot points like a dance-aerobic shoe. They are lightweight and flexible
but may need an insole for more support.
Why You Should Buy Shoes for Zumba Online
Choosing the right shoe for your zumba class will make your experience taking zumba so much better. As a result you will be
motivated to do it more! When you do it more you lose weight. And isn't that why you are doing zumba in the first place!
When you buy shoes online it is like having a shoestore in your own home. You can try on shoes with socks or without, with different
types of socks, or with different insoles. Try one shoe on one foot and then another style on the other foot. Jump in them, walk in
them, dance in them (always on carpet so you do not get them dirty so you can exchange or return easily). In other words, you can
take your time without a salesperson waiting impatiently for you to buy them. I have found this the best way to buy any shoes at all.
Look for online stores that offer free shipping both ways. That way you can easily buy the same shoe in different sizes while feeling
confident that you will not have to pay extra for shipping. If you are not sure of what size you wear in your shoe then buy half sizes
and whole sizes up or down from your regular shoe size. Remember that different styles may fit completely different.
I personally love Zappos because they have outstanding customer service, they have free shipping both ways, they have a great
selection, they have reviews from other buyers, their site is easy to navigate, they treat their employees like family and they are just
plain fun! I have ordered with them several times, made returns, contacted customer service for help and have found all of this to be
true.
You will want to also look for a shoe with little or no tread on the bottom to help you pivot easy on the floor. If you need to protect
your knees then a shoe that pivots easily will prevent injury. If you are taking a zumba class on a slippery floor you may want a shoe
with more traction. I like the Nike diamond flex soles because they provide a little traction but still allow me to slide and glide just
enough so that my feet do not stick to the floor. Because zumba is also a fitness class with fitness moves it is helpful to have the
traction for plyometric moves or jumping.
Buy light shoes for zumba
Because zumba class has alot of fast footwork it will help you to have shoes that are lightweight. You should be able to move your
feet around quickly and not feel like you are dragging around alot of weight.
How to Make Your Shoes for Zumba Last Longer
There are a few things you can do to make your shoes last longer. Don't wear your shoes outside but instead wear them only when
in class. Carry your shoes in a bag and then change them once you get indoors. Buy more than one pair and alternate wearing
different shoes. Always wear socks with your shoes. Use an athletic insole. You can wash your shoes in the washing machine on a
gentle cycle. Let them air dry.
Shoes by Zumba
There are also shoes sold on www.zumba.com. They have pivot points like a dance-aerobic shoe. They are lightweight and flexible
but may need an insole for more support.
Why You Should Buy Shoes for Zumba Online
Choosing the right shoe for your zumba class will make your experience taking zumba so much better. As a result you will be
motivated to do it more! When you do it more you lose weight. And isn't that why you are doing zumba in the first place!
When you buy shoes online it is like having a shoestore in your own home. You can try on shoes with socks or without, with different
types of socks, or with different insoles. Try one shoe on one foot and then another style on the other foot. Jump in them, walk in
them, dance in them (always on carpet so you do not get them dirty so you can exchange or return easily). In other words, you can
take your time without a salesperson waiting impatiently for you to buy them. I have found this the best way to buy any shoes at all.
Look for online stores that offer free shipping both ways. That way you can easily buy the same shoe in different sizes while feeling
confident that you will not have to pay extra for shipping. If you are not sure of what size you wear in your shoe then buy half sizes
and whole sizes up or down from your regular shoe size. Remember that different styles may fit completely different.
I personally love Zappos because they have outstanding customer service, they have free shipping both ways, they have a great
selection, they have reviews from other buyers, their site is easy to navigate, they treat their employees like family and they are just
plain fun! I have ordered with them several times, made returns, contacted customer service for help and have found all of this to be
true.
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