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While you've probably seen a video or two of Judi Sheppard Missett vibrantly leading a Jazzercise workout in the '80s, Jazzercise has been a dance cardio powerhouse for over 50 years. Even with ...

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Are workouts just not working for you anymore? One big reason may be the loss of estrogen that comes with age, and how it makes the body resist fat burning. So to answer the question, ‘How can I lose ...

The dance aerobics fitness class and franchise Jazzercise was founded by Judi Sheppard Missett back in 1969. You might think that after a long and successful career, Judi will be kicking back and ...

This isn’t your grandmother’s Jazzercise. That’s the message from Jazzercise instructor/owner Tamara Kemmler. “Jazzercise has been around for 55 years,” Kemmler said. “It’s the original dance fitness ...

Editor's note: A previous edition of this story erroneously stated Kelly Sweeney's current role in Jazzercise, Inc. Paul Russell's pop hit "Lil Boo Thang" plays over the loud speakers as Dawn Snapp ...

ST. LOUIS — It is credited as the original group fitness program. It is called Jazzercise! The program was first founded in 1969 by fitness pioneer and company CEO Judi Sheppard Missett, and they have ...

Christie Calucchia is a former news editor at Shape who's written and edited hundreds of articles about celebrity fitness trends, skincare, fashion, and wellness. She interviewed celebrities, ...

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"Just to warn you, my mom might be Jazzercising when we get home." This was always the disclaimer my childhood best friend would give me before entering her house after school. I have vivid memories ...