Apr 29, 2025

7 fun dance styles to help one lose weight

TOI Lifestyle Desk

Dance your way to fitness

Trying to lose weight but tired of boring gym exercises? Swap those monotonous gym exercises for the dance floor because dancing isn't just fun; it is also an effective way to burn calories and tone your body.

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Zumba

Zumba became a global fitness sensation inspired by Latin beats with a high-intensity cardio workout. It gets your heart pumping and your body sweating like crazy—perfect for torching those calories and trimming body fat without feeling like you are working out.

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Hip hop

Hip hop gets you moving and grooving. It is full of energy and expression. This dance form challenges your coordination, strengthens your core, and helps you burn a significant number of calories with each session.

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Salsa

This fast-paced dance form is all about quick footwork and rotating movements. This is not just fun but also a great exercise to engage your core and waistline, helping to tone your abdominal muscles and improve your agility.

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Cardio dance

When cardio meets dance, it becomes energetic fast and is designed to keep your heart rate high. The result is maximum fat burn and improved endurance. All while dancing to your favourite music.

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Ballet

Elegant and poised dance form that builds long and lean muscles. Engage your core, and don’t be fooled by its grace—it is a full-body workout that improves balance, flexibility, and posture.

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Belly dancing

With its smooth hip movement and independent control over the torso, belly dancing is perfect for toning your midsection. It's a low-impact exercise that engages your waist and develops core muscle tone and flexibility.

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Bollywood dance

Packed with colour, drama, and energy, Bollywood dance integrates classical, folk, and modern styles. It's an excellent cardio exercise that enhances stamina and coordination and facilitates weight loss while smiling.

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