I'm really interested in the muscle strengthening program. Is it that good???
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No, it's close to useless. The strength feature enables you to design a workout on polarpersonaltrainer.com, upload it to the watch, it will then tell you what to do next. There's no point in doing this compared to having your program with you on a piece of paper.The strength training break timing feature requires you to sit down between each set. I use that time for flexibility or to walk over and talk. It's also questionable how much benefit you get from timing set breaks with that feature.
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I honestly did not get to try it, but I think that same effect could be replicated by just knowing that is the target heart rate that you need to achieve to continue to the next set. I mean, how many people work out completely unaware of this heart monitor or this system. If the benefits were that great, we would see it in more fitness and health literature. My suggestion is: find out what your "ready for next set" heart rate is, and buy a FT60 and use it to monitor it on the exercise mode. You will save $70. Also, the relaxation test seems to be a gimmick and a joke.
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it is good if u have the luck that get a watch that works, i've read that many people are complaining about this (i am one of those people). it worked fine just about 3 months, then the problem is that it shuts down every time i use it and doesnt save my info or even the time. i havent been able to repair it since...
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Yes, absolutely. I think it's an asset to improving the work-out. Even though they both movre in tandem, it's easy to alternate force to upper pedals and lower pedals making it possible to select which muscle group that you would like to give more emphasis to. And it is a good workout and enjoyable. Thanks, Steve G.
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Hi, After a hip injury, my goal is to keep my legs and hips flexible. I enjoy using it, & I believe it is helping to do that. I haven't used it for my arms but that's another option, and can't really speak about 'toning'. I believe variety of activities that work all the various muscles is what we all want. I personally think it was well worth purchasing - as it's very well made, easy to use and doesn't take up much space.
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yes it is. it's higher weight, slower reps and it's a progressive program. you can lift as much ( or as little ) as you want but in the dvd's it's usually heavier weights. it's a really good program
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The whole program is organized in a sequence of exercises, but you can just get the Gamma with more emphasis on weight training. It is a great program I have all of them and love the whole program, a great workout that is well organized.
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Yes. I think they're really good. It's like doing a 1hr workout condensed into 20mins, it's quite intense and the fact that it is HIT training really helps. I think at least 4 times a week is fine but if you want real results follow the eating plan too. I don't have time to go to the gym & slogged it out for hrs, The Firm is so convenient with results in minimum time :-)
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Hi, Disclaimer: I am not a professional in working out. I did some weight training and it calculated my calories burned. So, I guess it is good as well. Hope this helps!
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It's worth the cost if you actually use it everyday and commit to stretching. I made progress then became less committed and started back again. I have a friend that uses it daily and he is extremely flexible. He was already more flexible than me, but he pushes himself and actually does use it.
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It is a vigorous workout,but if you proceed at you own pace (very important) and stick with it you will DEFINITELY lose weight and have vastly improved muscle tone. Just don't get discouraged at the beginning.
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In my Personal opinion (with no fitness or health licesnes or real life experience), I think it would be as it 1) has a person who does the modifications if needed, 2) starts you off slow and through time exercises get longer 3) if you like some non dance coreography kinda thing with fighting moves, its pretty motivational, not too hard and most importantly fun :) GL if you try it.
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I have the entire program and love it!! If you want to tone core then you will need cardio as well and his workouts REALLY focus on the core.
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each dvd is different - 3 days a week with lifting - 2 cardio there are abbs that are done 3x per week and a "rest" day which is really a goa day and it goes in phases. it's a great program -heavy lifting/low reps if that is what you are looking for
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Yes and no. I don't think that's the answer you were looking for so I'll explain. I changed from weight lifting to the rack for a couple reasons, one being a health issue, degenerative disc in my back which greatly limits the amount I'm able to lift. When I changed to the rack I didn't expect what I got. I had noticeable gains in my arms, chest and back. Legs not so much. If you stick to the schedule and routine you will absolutely get results but you're limited to the results you'll get. The rack only weighs so much, even if you get the additional weights. If you wanna look like Arnold then you wanna stick with the gym and the weights. If you wanna build a little muscle, burn fat and get toned then the rack is more than worth the money you'll pay to get it. That's just my opinion but I stand by the rack. Ive had mine for over a year and still use it to this day. Hope this helps!
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Definitely! This workout is fun and the trainer is super motivating. It has everything you need for weight-loss and you constantly work with weights so there's more than enough opportunities for toning up. If you're a beginner, there's a modifier you can follow until you feel ready to kick it up a notch!
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Yes, it is a great workout for women, and I Can highly recomended the Tapout XT 1 and 2, I try it, and I obtained excellent results. I try the p90x, the insanity but their are repetitive, and i didnt obtained what I expected. I keep with the Tapout and Rushfit workouts, are great, and you will obtained the results. I hope this information can be useful. Best Regards...!!
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Yes you will this woman has a great program. My problem is my time is limited at times with some personal issues at my house. The first two weeks I owned the program you will definitely feel the burn (in a good way) and I'm starting mine back up. In fact I have "decluttered" a lot of my other exercise dvd and sold them back to companies because this program is a good one. I'm 48 and overweight and sedentary life style and work a desk job. She has a little accent but you will adjust and I have read positive things about the program also.
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It's good for overall added support, in no way is my movement compromised; I can still obtain my full range of motion and it doesn't move at all if you get the right size. Really helps my lifts and it's definitely help me gain strength