Ultimate Body Challenging Workouts

Rating:
Summary: Too bad 0 stars isn't an option.
Review: I actually watched all the workouts on this DVD and had to ask myself why I paid my hard earned money for it.
Right away I noticed the instructor's voice. It gets annoyingly higher in pitch when she counts down or approaches the end of a sentence (Four! ThReE!! TWO!!!). Then there were the viewing angles, there was so much bouncing I wanted to throw up. And sometimes the instructor would be doing a lower body focused movement, but the view only showed her hips and higher. So useless! It's already been mentioned, but it needs to be mentioned again, the instructor doesn't mirror the audience which gives the video a very unprofessional look.
During the workouts I felt totally unmotivated. Tae Bo might have simple moves, but at least Billy Blanks motivates participants through the workout. The cardio workouts (Boot Camp and Kickbox) were so boring I felt like I could do a better job making up my own workout to music with a good beat.
Don't waste your money on this one. You'll be disappointed and then some!


Rating:
Summary: As Good As it Gets
Review: I am very anal about workout videos as I basically use them more to supplement my workout than to replace fitness training at the gym. I was really impressed with the capabilities especially the level on user control, which I have not seen on any other videos. I loved the fact that you just jump right into the workouts after a brief explanation from the instructor, and overall its like having your own personal trainer at my immediate disposal. The ab workouts are not for the weak at heart either. Overall I love it.

Rating:
Summary: Great workout!!!
Review: I have enjoyed all of the segments of this video. The bootcamp and kickboxing parts are a great cardio workout and really get your heart rate up. The weights segment is a quick (30 min) but effective workout. There is also an option to do a 25 minute abs segment as well. I'm pretty picky when it comes to workout videos but this one is great!

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Summary: Boot Camp That Will Shape You Up
Review: I love the variety of options in this programmable DVD. Most of the cardio moves are hi-impact with basic and athletic moves like jogging, jumping jacks, hops, shuffles, fast feet, kickboxing etc. Some people comment about cueing problems but I didn't notice any at all or maybe because the moves are very basic, I didn't have problem doing the workout. There is no complex choreography in this workout at all. I also like the set because it's nice and simple.If you want a no-nonsense workout that will get you sweating in a short time, then try this out!

Rating:
Summary: Not Bad
Review: I usually workout in the gym, but during the winter when it snows i'd rather workout at home. From the other reviews, I was expecting this to really work a sweat out of me, but it really didn't. I love the fact that you can mix up the workouts, and the instructor is great...but It didn't get my heartrate going like I thought it would.

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Summary: What a Fitness DVD Should Be
Review: I've never been the biggest fan of at home videos. I often find them to be overly blown and not much in terms of substance and quickly outgrow them. This DVD is the exception, the workouts and rountines are not complicated yet challenging and I could pick and choose what programs I wanted to do on any given day. The instructor seemed to have a grasp of fitness knowledge with translates during the workout routines. Pretty much Id say you can't find a better value eslewhere.

Rating:
Summary: Pretty Good
Review: Nice video. The instruction was pretty simple and could be a bit tighter, but I was more concerned with workout intensity and whether or not it got my heart racing. The video not only did that but offered several different optional workouts to chose from which targeted various bodyparts which in my case was hips and thighs and/or offered several different timed workouts thatwere great for days when I do not have a great deal of time to exercise and none the less want to think too much about devising a program shorter than my normal routine.

The instructor looked great and offered up some helpful fitness and diet tips on the video. Id say I was pretty happy with the video and recommend for those looking for something different but produces results.

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Summary: From a girl who's tried them all!!
Review: Take my advice and get this tape! Meghan gets right down to business! Each excersise gets right to the spot and tones you! I love how easy it is to follow each move. I have so much fun doing this tape that I look forward to doing it again the next day. I'm seeing a difference after just 1 week!! Having this tape is like having a real personal trainer at your finger tips. I'm thrilled that me search is over! I found the perfect workout tape. Take it from me, you won't be sorry!!!!!!!!

Rating:
Summary: Challenging And Keeps Your Interest
Review: The full-body workout routines got me sweating and I'd consider myself to be in good shape. This is a good program that includes a a variety of routines (kickboxing, bootcamp, strength, abs) with warm ups, cardio, mat work and a cool down, along with helpful tips on how to train (For example, the instructor reminds you to drink plenty of water and to stretch on your own.)

I noticed some reviewers mentioned an issue regarding the instructor's left and right, but this happens in other fitness DVDs I have used. Some instructor's left being your right and vice versa. Others do their left being your left. And I guess people have different preferences, so that part is up to you. Since she works out both sides, and I have seen DVDs done both ways, to me it was not an issue.

So basically if you are looking for a great workout and a great deal, get this DVD.

Rating:
Summary: Good workout, poor instruction
Review: You will work up a good sweat and get a balanced workout, with many workout options, from this DVD. It's a good bargain for the price, but the instructor does not realize that her right is our left and often she is out of sync with the other two exercisers in the video. Also, the form of the guy in the back is, well, sloppy. If these things won't bother you, I recommend the video. If you are new to exercise, you might want to try a more reputed instructor, such as Kathy Smith