Article: Because Zumba is so dang popular nowadays, it should only take a few clicks of your mouse to find a class near you. Zumba founders proudly tout that it'd be easier to tell you the places it's not offered than the places it is. So no excuses! Your local gym, the Y, or area dance/yoga studios should be your first go-to. Zumba.com has a class finder, too! Find a Licensed Zumba Instructor. Only Licensed Instructors can teach Zumba and all licensed instructors are listed on http://www.zumba.com. Licensed instructors who belong to ZIN (the Zumba®️ Instructor Network) have access to the newest Zumba fare -- updated routines, more song choices, more variation in style and the specialties like Zumba Toning, Aqua, Step, Sentao etc. To find out, all you have to do is ask! Since Zumba is so huge, it's all over YouTube and even Xbox and wii. If you're not into the class dynamic, don't have a gym to go to, or would plain just like to stay home, Zumba can come to you. There are literally dozens of titles to choose from between the two aforementioned consoles. And yes, you will break a sweat! YouTube is a great resource, too. Even if you are taking a class, watching a few videos can help gear your mind up for what you should expect and knock that learning curve down a notch. But remember, every class and every instructor is different, though the Zumba mentality and lifestyle remain the same. This is a fitness/dance-craze epidemic for a reason: everyone can do it. And with the different types of Zumba, it's pretty indisputable. Here are the current types offered: Zumba Fitness: This is your standard class. It has high-energy rhythms and distinctive Latin beats that will guarantee you're sweating and having a great time. Zumba Toning: With this class, you use toning sticks. Think of them as fitness maracas for your abs, glutes, arms, and thighs. Zumba Gold: This class is aimed at baby boomers and above. The class is a bit calmer than the standard, though it follows the same basic principles. Zumba Gold Toning: No surprises here, it's Zumba Toning for the wise-beyond-their-years population. A large group, for the record! Aqua Zumba: Effectively marketed as a "Zumba pool party." You do the same (and more) Zumba moves, only halfway emerged in water. You can imagine how much tougher it is! Zumba Sentao: This class is centered around a chair. It helps strengthen your core, work on balance, and steps up the cardio in a new and dynamic way. "Zumba Step": All of the Step toning and strengthening for legs and glutes plus all of the Zumba®️ fitness-party fun. Zumba in the Circuit: This combines Zumba and circuit training. Between dancing your butt off, you'll be doing strength exercises to get an all-around workout. Zumba Kids: For the little ones! As with anything, each class or instructor is going to be a bit different. Some classes will be jam-packed, some classes will be shorter or longer than others, and each instructor will have their own unique style. So if you start a class and you're not crazy about it, try another one before you give it up. You could be surprised how much of a difference it makes! And since there are so many different types of Zumba classes, experiment with that, too! If you like Zumba Fitness, try to mix it up on occasion with Zumba Toning or Aqua Zumba. Keeping your body surprised is just as important as surprising your mind!
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Find a class to join. Or do it on your own time! Learn about the different types of Zumba. Experiment with different instructors or classes.
Article: It can be very hard to return to a normal friendship after letting someone down. In the aftermath of your conversation, you and your friend may both need some space. You can try setting basic boundaries. For example, you could agree to just see each other at school for a set number of weeks. However, you may want to have looser boundaries. You could, for example, agree to lessen up on contact, but with no specific rules how. You may find one-on-one hang outs, texting, and calling slow down, but that you still see your friend out in groups. A good way to make sure a friendship stays strong over time is showing basic love and appreciation. Even though a romantic relationship is out of the question, find ways to show your friend you appreciate him. This will make it clear you value your friend's role in your life, even if you do not want a romantic relationship. Make sure to genuinely listen to your friend. Show interest in his passions, troubles, successes, and failures. Ask him, for example, how debate team is going. Wish him good luck, or make him a small card, going into a big competition. However, you may want to hold off on gestures of appreciation for a bit after your talk. You do not want them to be mistaken for romantic interest. Being friends with someone who is romantically interested in you can be confusing. Even if you've made it clear that you only want a friendship, your friend may be harboring some hope things will change. Be aware there may be different expectations so you can navigate them accordingly. Make sure you understand there is no right or wrong when it comes to expectations or wants. Your friend may continue to want a romantic relationship with you, and he cannot turn off how he feels. However, you cannot change how you feel either. This is equally important to remember. You should not feel guilty if you do not return your friend's feelings, nor should anyone make you feel bad about your feelings. It's always okay to feel what you're feeling. Going forward, keep talking to your friend regularly. If your friend's feelings do not go away, you may have to have a conversation again in the future. Make sure you and your friend keep communication open between the two of you. Uncomfortable situations can occur if your friend remains romantically invested in you. Feelings of anger and resentment may build, especially if you start dating someone else. It's important to avoid building resentment. Let your friend know that he can still tell you anything, even if you're just friends. If he's feeling angry or frustrated with you, let him know he should not hold it in. If you're able to keep talking, and navigating awkward or frustrating situations, you and your friend can salvage the friendship despite this setback.
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Allow for some space. Show your friend you appreciate him. Respect your friend's feelings. Keep communication open.
Article: Put the dress on, then bring the straps up to your shoulders. Twist each strap once right below the front of your shoulders. Make the sleeve as wide as you'd like, and then cross the straps in the back. Bring the straps back to the front you should still have one strap on each side of you and then wrap them around your waist so that the straps are in the back again. Tie the straps in a knot or bow behind you. After you've stepped into the dress, pull the straps up to your shoulders as you would for a normal cap sleeve. Form a knot right below your collarbone in each strap. Spread the fabric out over your shoulders to create the sleeve. Cross the straps in the back and then bring them around to your front. Tie the straps in a bow in the front, or bring them around to the back and tie them. With the dress on, pull each strap onto your shoulders. Create a cross with the straps in the back before pulling them back to the front. Wrap the straps around your waist twice completely. Tie a knot or bow in the front or back of the dress. If you feel like your straps are too long to work with, wrap them around your waist however many times it takes to make them into an appropriate length before tying them.
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Create a dress with a cap sleeve. Add a knot to your cap sleeve for a more detailed look. Wear your dress with short sleeves to cover your shoulders.