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NEW SONGS!

Out of the five new routinees I learned in Saturday's Zumba Jamsession I'm adding in three. I jsut added the Broadway a couple of weeks ago, so I don't want to overwhelm you (too much). But these new routinees are FUN!

There is a reggaeton and a salsa In the mix. Also, "Hello" by Martien Solveig & Dragonette. Here is the official video here:

I'll see you in class!

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Get ready to pretend that you're on the Broadway stage!

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This week's music...

Monday 5:50p - mix 1 : w/ Broadway section

Monday 6:45p - mix 2: hip hop, R&B & pop

Wednesday 5:30p - mix 2: hip hop, R&B & pop

Wednesday 6:45p - mix 1 : w/ Broadway section

I'll be going to a Zumba Jam Session to learn five new Zumba routines. Can't wait to incorporate what I learned in our class!

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Now that we've turned out clocks back it's darker outside. Time for lazy, cold and dark evenings. At 5p it's going to be dark outside and you're going to ask yourself, "should I go to Zumba today?"

The answer is YES!


PREVENTION FROM GETTING SICK
Having a regular workout routine will keep you healthy and an important prevention tactic when it comes to warding off the sniffles, colds and flu.

HOLIDAY PARTIES and VACATIONS
During the holiday season, there is a good chance you will be running into old relatives, old flames and other individuals for whom you may want to look your best. Staying fit through the winter will keep you looking good and feeling good about yourself.

THINK ABOUT the LONGER TERM
Think about the warmer months to come: the bikinis, the pool parties, etc. Maintaining your weight during the winter will help you not to panic when summer sneaks back up on us.

APPROPRIATE GEAR
Yes, this is an excuse to go shopping! Looking good while you're working out is a great motivation booster.


I'LL SEE YOU IN CLASS!

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

I have a treat... NEW ROUTINES!

This week is an hip-hop / Latin mix with a Broadway show tunes feel. It's going to be SO FUN!

I even have a new cool down :)



I'll see you in class!

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Who is the best Zumba instructor in Kansas City? I AM!


Every year The Pitch does The Best of Kansas City issue. I'm so honored to make it on the Reader's Choice Best Fitness Class list!

• 2011 Best of Kansas City
Reader's Choice
Best Fitness class
Zumba at Scott Fitness (#2)

• 2010 (no Zumba awards given)

• 2009 Best of Kansas City
Best Zumba Class


Check out the whole issue here.

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This week's music...

Monday 5:50p - hip hop, R&B, pop

Monday 6:45p - Latin, belly dancing, African

Wednesday 5:30p - Latin, belly dancing, African

Wednesday 6:45p - hip hop, R&B, pop

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HEALTHY HOMEMADE VEGGIE CHIPS


Here are some veggie chips I made myself. It takes some time, but much healthier than store bought chips. I used my mandoline slicer to cut the veggies thin and fried them in vegetable oil. I did the potato 1st, sweet potato 2nd, and the beets last. (The beets will turn the oil a red color). I sprinkled on a little seasoning salt and they chips are crisp and ready to eat!

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IT'S MY SCOTT FITNESS ANNIVERSARY!

October marks my FOUR YEARS of teaching Zumbaat Scott Fitness! WOW!

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KEEPING IT GREEN IN KANSAS CITY
Have you checked out Kansas City’s Green Lifestyle Magazine?

Greenability magazine is a bi-monthly publication designed to help you discover "green" lifestyle alternatives for everyday living in Kansas City.

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Mixing it up!

This month I'll be able to start working on some new routines per the song requests. Zumba is my 3rd job. So sometimes I get really busy and I'm not able to get everything on my to do list. I may not be able to come up with something for every song request. I just wanted to let you know they are on the way!


KEEPING MOTIVATED TO WORK OUT
The seasons are changing and we're making our way into the cold, lazy, dark winter nights. I'll do my best to keep classes fun, upbeat and not mundane. But it's up to you to keep working out to stay healthy. Here are some tips.

Make it fun
Find sports or activities that you enjoy, then vary the routine to keep you on your toes. If you're not enjoying your workouts, try something different. Join a volleyball or softball league. Take a ballroom dancing class. Check out a health club or martial arts center. Discover your hidden athletic talent. Remember, exercise doesn't have to be drudgery — and you're more likely to stick with a fitness program if you're having fun.

Make physical activity part of your daily routine
If it's hard to find time for exercise, don't fall back on excuses. Schedule workouts as you would any other important activity. You can also slip in physical activity throughout the day. Be creative! Take a walk during your child's music lesson. Take the stairs instead of the elevator at work. Pedal a stationary bike or do strength training exercises with resistance tubing while you watch TV at night.

Be flexible
If you're too busy to work out or simply don't feel up to it, take a day or two off. Be gentle with yourself if you need a break. The important thing is to get back on track as soon as you can.

Remember, physical activity is for life!

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Monday 5:30p - hip hop

Monday 6:45p - Latin
Wednesday 5:30p - Latin
Wednesday 6:45p - hip hop

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LOVE THIS!

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Monday 5:30p - Latin
Monday 6:45p - hip hop

Wednesday 5:30p - hip hop
Wednesday 6:45p - Latin

I'll see you in class!

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Sorry I wasn't able to teach class on Monday. I was out of town for work. And even though I was ill today (had a temperature of 102 yesterday) I still taught class today. I actually felt a lot better after 2nd class. But I apologize that I wasn't able to give you my usual energy.


I still have some of your song suggestions to work on. And being a Zumba instructor I belong to the Zumba Instructor Network (ZIN) and I receive CDs and choreography to add to my class. And I'm SO BEHIND! But 85% of the routines I use are originals from me. Especially the hip-hop ones that you guys like best.

I have a long to do list this month. Let's see if I can squeeze any more new ones in. I'll see you next week!

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Happy Labor Day! And YES... there IS class as usual. I'll see you there :)

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Thanks for all of the music requests. I may not be able to get to them all, but I'm working on it!

But at 4p today I finished up two new ones!

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TAKING REQUESTS!

I need to choreograph some new Zumba routines. So I'm taking requests/suggestions for some new songs to work on.


Please make a comment on this post and let me know what song(s) you're dying to shake your bootie to.

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A hodgepodge mix of music! Bringing some oldies back :)

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I'M A PESCATARIAN

Sounds like some kind of religion huh? Well, it kind of is! A pescatarian is the practice of a diet that includes seafood and excludes other animals. A pescetarian diet typically includes all of vegetables, fruit, nuts, grains, beans, eggs and dairy.

My story of how I became a pescatarian was featured on Frugivore Magazine!

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Our Latin, hip-hop and country mix!

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VEGETARIAN FOOD MADE EASY
Check out Wendy and Jess from Food Heaven Made Easy. LOVE THEM!

Episode 1: $10 Meal Time from Food Heaven Made Easy on Vimeo.

Episode 2: Herbal Healing from Food Heaven Made Easy on Vimeo.

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Another Latin and hip hop mix.

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HOT TIPS to STAY COOL
Whew! It's STILL super HOT out. Please bring plenty of water to Zumba class!


1. Eat small meals and eat more often. The larger the meal, the more metabolic heat your body creates breaking down the food. Avoid foods that are high in protein, which increase metabolic heat.

2. Run your wrists under a cold tap for five seconds each every couple of hours. Because a main vein passes through this area, it helps cool the blood.

3. Take a tepid bath or shower just below body temperature, especially before bedtime. Although a cold shower might sound more tempting, your body generates heat afterwards to compensate for the heat loss.

4. Wear lightweight, light-coloured cotton clothes. Heat is trapped by synthetic fibres, but cotton absorbs perspiration and its evaporation causes you to feel cooler. The light colours reflect the sun's radiation.

5. You may be longing for a cold beer or a chilled white wine spritzer. But you should avoid alcohol because it dehydrates the body. You are better off with mineral water or low-sugar fizzy drinks. Also, avoid drinks with caffeine such as coffee and colas. These increase the metabolic heat in the body.

6. Ditch your duvet and sleep under a sheet instead. Even better, put your sheets in a plastic bag and stick them in the fridge a couple of hours before going to bed. As we fall asleep our body temperature lowers, which is why it's difficult to sleep in hot weather. Cold sheets straight from the fridge should help you sleep better.

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A Latin AND hip hop mix of what we've been dancing to for the past two weeks.

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Monday 5:30p - Latin
Monday 6:45p - hip hop

Wednesday 5:30p - hip hop
Wednesday 6:45p - Latin

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I'M IN A CRAFT SHOW ON SATURDAY!
Saturday, July 23rd, is Bon Bon's third annual summer Ric Rac Roundup! Over 20 of Kansas City’s most exciting artisans and crafters will be participating.


I'll be having my cupcake bath fizzies for sale. You can get a sneak peak of the 24 Dirty Laundry cupcake bath fizzies that I'll have available on my Etsy shop.

Hope to see you there!

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Classes are back on schedule this week!

I can't believe that summer is 1/2 way over already. What happened? Well... there is still time to get into summer shape :)

Monday 5:30p - hip hop
Monday 6:45p - Latin

Wednesday 5:30p - Latin
Wednesday 6:45p - hip hop

It's hot out this week... so bring plenty of water to class!

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I GOT A VITAMIX!
Two of my co-workers told me about the Vitamix in January and I went to Costco to see the demo and I've wanted on ever since!

On Saturday my husband and I went to get a new tire from wear and tear from our Chicago road trip. We had an hour wait and to our surprise the Vitamix demo lady was back at Costco! (The Vitamix is discounted only when the Vitamix demo person is at Costco).


So we put our dollars together and got one!

In 24 hours I've made: strawberry peach daiquiri, mango delight smoothie, salsa, peach soy sorbet, and black bean veggie chix tortilla soup! I LOVE THIS THING!


My breakfast during the week consists of a soy chai and a banana. Now with my Vitamix I can have healthy smoothies.

I must say that I need to go buy some straws. I'm used to our juicer so the smoothies can get a little thick. But I HATE cleaning our juicer. I must say I haven't juiced in two years. I let my husband do it (and then he takes forever to clean out the juicer). With the Vitimix you just put some water and a drop of soap in it, turn on the machine and it's ALL CLEAN! No parts to take apart.

I'm going to be eating extra healthy with the Vitamix and getting my weekly vegan meals from Conveniently Natural.