Are the comments that the DVDs and the instructor are boring and too slow paced. welcome your thoughts, please.
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I have been recovering from 2 hip replacements last year. This cd is what got me moving. I do 30 minutes every day and I sure don't find it boring, the music carries me along and before I know it I'm done. A lot more fun than boring exercises.
1193808
I started with regular Zumba years ago....and I have the Transformation and other programs. I got Zumba Gold for something new and I had also injured my knee(not doing Zumba) and wanted something a little lower impact. This can be a low impact, easier workout or it can be a really decent workout where you work up a good sweat. It's all in how much you put into it. It has a lot of the same moves as the other Zumba workouts, but with a bit slower and understanding view to the older or injured person. Now, I go back and forth between Z.Gold and the other Zumba programs. You get out of it what you put into it. I started with regular Zumba years ago....and I have the Transformation and other programs. I got Zumba Gold for something new and I had also injured my knee(not doing Zumba) and wanted something a little lower impact. This can be a low impact, easier workout or it can be a really decent workout where you work up a good sweat. It's all in how much you put into it. It has a lot of the same moves as the other Zumba workouts, but with a bit slower and understanding view to the older or injured person. Now, I go back and forth between Z.Gold and the other Zumba programs. You get out of it what... » Read More I started with regular Zumba years ago....and I have the Transformation and other programs. I got Zumba Gold for something new and I had also injured my knee(not doing Zumba) and wanted something a little lower impact. This can be a low impact, easier workout or it can be a really decent workout where you work up a good sweat. It's all in how much you put into it. It has a lot of the same moves as the other Zumba workouts, but with a bit slower and understanding view to the older or injured person. Now, I go back and forth between Z.Gold and the other Zumba programs. You get out of it what you put into it. « Show Less
1193809
Considering it is geared toward seniors, it is slower paced, but I feel like I have had a good workout after following the dance steps. I am 62.
1193810
I was not sent the Zumba Gold. I was sent the Zumba Exhilaration. I am trying my best to keep up with it. But what I wanted was the Zumba Gold! I would love to be able to complain it was too slow paced!
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I bought Zumba Gold because regular Zumba was too fast paced for me. I agree that it may be a bit slow paced, but you can learn the steps easier that way. I fell like you can get out of this what you are willing to put into it-- I think it was the only way I would have been able to learn the steps.
1193812
Compared to the regular Zumba tapes, yes, these are slow placed---but these are set up for SENIORS!! I'm 68 and find these dvd's very invigorating!! the first dvd is instructional, teaching you the 5 different dance steps, and then trying them out. the 2nd dvd puts you thru the cardio (45 minutes with 7 minutes of warm-up and 8-minute cooldown. 3rd dvd is toning, so more invigorating. and Beto, the creator, is the instructor, with Joy Prouty as the senior instructor. I've shown it to my fellow residents here at my independent living complex and they find it quite invigorating!!!
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There are CDs to use for the lessons along with a set of headphones to use. I never got to the interactive part since my trip to Italy came before I got that far in the lessons. I had to retake the lessons and found it difficult to associate the Italian with the English. I found that almost everyone spoke English but they appreciated it when you tried to use the Italian word for something.
2111939
Did you buy the DVD's? I don't want to tell you what you already know. Is he minding at all? Even just a sit or is he resisting everything? Let me know and I might be able to help.
1316414
The Dvd works but goes pretty fast through the exercises. It does not give you a routine to follow. There are plenty of exercises that can be found with Google and has better instructions.
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I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in general in the videohelp.com "tools" section and the "forum". I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in... » Read More I have spent a couple of years learning a great deal from the 2 sites I mentioned. First went there not having the slightest idea what was going on (and I had been a Windows programmer for 8 years!!). Yes, the techy software you find there has a learning curve, but the forums furnish a treasure-trove of guides and additional info. I've transferred hundreds of hours of tape to DVD. Couldn't have done it without the info and links I found on those 2 sites. I still spend hours there at least twice a week. You'll also see some good info about Oppo, DVD players and tape sources in general in the videohelp.com "tools" section and the "forum". « Show Less
450576
i do a lot of yoga as well. this was not too difficult for me. my age is 53. since i haven't seen (or even known about) an advanced dvd, i don't know if you should listen to my advice. all i can tell you is that i liked this tape, and it was not too difficult for me. then again, i certainly do not have the flexibility of the instructor which was no surprise to me. if you're really flexible and in your 20's or 30's, go for the advanced. if in doubt, this one should be fine for you. hope i helped!
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There is one workout (see link on back of DVD) online too. I am not sure if there is anything else on YT though. I doubt it, but would have preferred to have the training online to stream instead of a DVD as well.
288222
It has the 3 main starter DVDs pulse two extra workouts to change it up. I haven't tried the two extra ones yet. I can say that the 3 main DVDs kicked my butt & I'm still trying to keep up. I have noticed a change in my backside just after a few weeks. My baby belly has shrunk too.
182335
I would just rest day six then on day seven do the video for the tenth time and the. Move on to the next dvd. That's what I've been doing. Hopefully this helps
1155417
I guess I'm going to have to change my viewing habits. I always hit stop playing dvds so that the laser wasnt being left "on". Pause is brutal on laser longevity; red or blue.
839945
They are right. Download to computer and burn disc , I 'm not real computer literate as I have a problem viewing the disc on my tv. Which I blame on not knowing how to the right software to burn a DVD. But anyway, I wanted to add that you could also email the video as an attachment to your prof,
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Hi Tiffany,I can't speak to this specific set of DVDs - I'm trying to decide whether to get them myself! But I did lose about 50 pounds using the Firm set from 2002 (Body Sculpt, Cardio Sculpt, Ab Sculpt with the fanny lifter), combined with eating well. I eventually quit using them because they got boring, but although I've been using other DVDs, my weight loss has plateaued, and I miss the muscle toning. So for me, nothing has been quite as effective as the Firm. I'm interested in this set because of the lack of extra equipment (the Fanny Lifter or the Transfirmer would take up lots of space in my small living room). Hi Tiffany,I can't speak to this specific set of DVDs - I'm trying to decide whether to get them myself! But I did lose about 50 pounds using the Firm set from 2002 (Body Sculpt, Cardio Sculpt, Ab Sculpt with the fanny lifter), combined with eating well. I eventually quit using them because they got boring, but although I've been using other DVDs, my weight loss has plateaued, and I miss the muscle toning. So for me, nothing has been quite as effective as the Firm. I'm interested in this set because of the lack of extra equipment (the Fanny Lifter or the Transfirmer would take... » Read More Hi Tiffany,I can't speak to this specific set of DVDs - I'm trying to decide whether to get them myself! But I did lose about 50 pounds using the Firm set from 2002 (Body Sculpt, Cardio Sculpt, Ab Sculpt with the fanny lifter), combined with eating well. I eventually quit using them because they got boring, but although I've been using other DVDs, my weight loss has plateaued, and I miss the muscle toning. So for me, nothing has been quite as effective as the Firm. I'm interested in this set because of the lack of extra equipment (the Fanny Lifter or the Transfirmer would take up lots of space in my small living room). « Show Less
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Hi Sarah! I have both of these programs, and I love both of them! Since you are already familiar with the moves for Zumba, you could probably get by with just getting the Zumba game (since it costs less). It offers both 20 and 45 minute workout programs on beginner, intermediate, and expert levels. There are several different workouts under each level you can complete so you won't get bored with them. That said, since I bought the DVD program, I haven't used the game much. I have never done zumba before getting the game or the DVDs, and the DVDs did a much better job of explaining the moves. Plus, it's fun watching actual people do the workouts! The Zumba Live workout is probably most like what you do at class because they literally get up on the stage and just dance- with no explanations or anything. The DVDs don't move along as quickly as the game does - the breaks between dances are slightly longer,whereas on the game you might have 5 seconds to catch your breath before getting cranked back up again. The workouts on the DVDs also come in the 20-60 minute range, so there is something for however you feel that day. Both the game and the DVDs have me sweating in no time, and both have me sore and feeling it the next day. If you don't mind shelling out the $60 plus dollars, then I would get the workout system, but if you really just want to zumba and don't care about it being very detailed then go with the game. Hope that helped some! :) Sarah
1721453
Although the Wii is a nice change... I prefer the DVD over the Wii workout. The music is much more fun, and I prefer to see the live instructors over the cartoon ones on the Wii.
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Hello,I hope you will still enjoy the energy of the Zumba fitness system. The songs are not the regular songs you listen to on the radio. Some of the songs have lyrics and some don't. I guess, I never really thought about it. I just think that you can incorporate the steps you learn to your favorite songs. The music used is good. The songs are so energetic, they make you want to move, dance and that is the idea. I hope I have answered your question and I hope this helps.ThanksMB
1320978
It make good CDs but I can get it to make movies. It takes a long time encoding it and never finish. I waited three hours one night and stopped it. I feel like I have been ripped off. That's what I do make DVDs for people who want certain movies. Will this response pay my money back or send me a better software.
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Thanks for this list --- I'm on it!!! Ohboy, yes it is irritating - I plan to figure out a way to contact Pure Digital to see if what Ritz said is valid. Here I am with this dandy little gadget (the Italy videos came out Great), I want a DVD to give as a gift....and nowhere to go to get one...... I will look hard at the list you offered.