Way back in the early '70s, I was introduced to Aerobic Dance at a White House meeting of the President's Council on Physical Fitness & Sports. Frankly, I was somewhat skeptical. How could dance deliver a serious workout?
The answer to my question is well-illustrated in this early ‘90s spin-off of the original aerobic dance concept pioneered by Jacki Sorensen, who is still going strong.
In this piece we use steps and light dumbells, which give a perfect combo: aerobics plus strength training in the same workout in a carefully choreographed sequence of music and movement. Credit goes to my two partners' sisters: Janci Farwell (dark hair) and Rochelle Slayback.
(Warning: This is a strenuous workout and, as with any exercise, should not be followed unless you have been previously engaged in regular, strenuous exercise and talked to your healthcare provider.)