If you are a bit shy around crowds or feel that you have two left feet but want to try to lose weight by dancing on your own, there is a simple solution... get some dvd's! Pop them into your dvd player and start shaking it! For some it is a lot easier to start off this way. You still get the workout, just without the audience... my personal favourite is Core Rhythms but here is a list of dvd's that will help you lose weight by dancing that are on the market:
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