Two Minute Moment Project 2

I chose to focus on physical fitness for my second project. I feel that this is a topic that should be important for everyone to consider. For some individuals, time spent at the gym is less than compelling in nature. This does not always have to be the case. My rationale is that not every activity is created equal. Sticking to the same routine can become very dull and boring over even a short period time. This leads to a lack of motivation as you tend to stray away from the less than desirable experience. Some choices you can make at the gym are more intriguing than others. In order to demonstrate this, I went about comparing and contrasting two varying types of exercise scenarios. 

First, I want to discuss our less than compelling and typical fitness machines. We have the basic elliptical, the simple treadmill, and even the dreaded stair master. Each of these can be manipulated to provide the optimal workout session. You may even opt for a personal trainer. In order to do this, one must have a strong sense of self control and will to push themselves further. I can speak from personal experience when I say that this does not always work out for the best. At this point, you may become even more fatigued after another spiritless round at the gym. Just going through the motions can prove to be tedious. If you are a person who needs active engagement combined with a challenge, the options above may not be the best selections for you. What can turn a less than compelling workout session into something more powerful and often times irresistible?

In order to spice up your fitness regimen you might want to try taking a group class with an experienced instructor. Most gyms offer group classes and Zumba is one of the many options. Zumba is a captivating class that lends itself to some very compelling experiences in the studio. I was not granted permission to film my interview with an instructor, so as an alternative I created a video myself. For the purpose of this commentary, I will discuss some key points we touched on during our discussion. The instructor has an important role in creating the experience. Participants are not professionals by any means, and possess limited background knowledge related to the dances involved. Regardless of this, everyone can enjoy themselves and still have fun during the class. The instructor provides a concrete visual as the group works to mirror their actions with her unique steps. Each routine is simple enough for a beginner and easy to follow. If participants choose to, they can even push themselves to do the high impact moves if they wish to burn more calories. Furthermore, when one does not know how to do a particular move they can use their imagination and just keep their feet in step with the rhythm of the beat.

With the addition of these Zumba classes ordinary time spent working out can become something much more worthwhile. Participants feel invigorated and energized from each new routine taught by the instructor. The combined qualities of intensified movement to the beat and visuals from the instructor are vital to overall success of the group. The groove of the sound adds to the overall involvement of participants during each class session. The instructor takes an experience that is normally less than compelling in nature and through dance transforms it into something exciting for everyone involved.