This is a great workout and exercise book
932211
This is a great workout and exercise book. Love it. I'm a big fan of HITT (high intensity training) and this book gives several fantastic workout routines. There is also valuable information on weight maintenance and healthy eating. Some great videos also accompany this so get the book today!
1743668
I've been a student of fitness for most of my life. I try to keep moving daily and I'm always on the lookout for new ways to make this process shorter. Michal takes a 'regular guy' approach to the daily workout problem. He's not a fitness guru, just a regular guy that decided to take charge of his fitness and tell us about his results. This book is a great addition to my fitness arsenal. I would love to see a few HIIT workout routines in a future version of this book.
1144937
I love  this book and the exercises.  Best exercising program I have ever done.
1722027
This is a fantastic cardio workout.  I understand those who are disappointed b/c they can't master it the first time they pop it in the DVD player -- but this is not a quick fix work out that you get bored with after a month.
This DVD was designed for the long haul, for a great workout that uses all your muscles -- IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO TEACH YOU ALL THE COMBOS IN ONE VIEWING.
The eight routines are unique and fun and I'm SOOOO glad she doesn't litter the actual workout section with instructions (don't you get sick of hearing the "beginner instructions" everytime you work out with other DVDs?).
Yes, it takes time to learn, but it's not hard IF YOU SPEND TIME DOING THE INSTRUCTIONAL SECTION (which is actually fun!).  Now that I've mastered the combos, I can just do the dances and get in a killer workout.
2453320
This workout is fun and effective. I enjoy both of them as instructors due to their personalities. I am an advanced exerciser. This workout does make me sweat but is certainly not as hard as other DVDs that I own. The segments are nicely done with good variety. They use the same weight for all exercises. To increase intensity, I switch between 5, 8, and 10 lb dumbbells. In the first segment, I use 10 lbs and then 5 lbs. In the 2nd, I use 8s and then 5s. In the core, I use 8 lb dumbbells. This DVD is a great one for people who do not have a large workout space. You can do it in less than an 8x8 area.
242131
This is a good with the book.  It really helps to visually see the exercises done.  She doesn't mention about tighting the buttocks and thighs though.  I like the car exercises a lot since I don't really have time to do the exercises twice a day.  You can do one exercise at each stop light!!! Each exercise takes about a minute to do.  The exercises tone the face.  Just don't get obsessed about looking 10 years younger.
The obsession will never end if you do that.
4795414
I love this book!  The workouts are fun, concise, and fit right into my tight schedule.  I had grown bored of my routine and this workout has re-energized me- I'm excited about going to the gym again.  I highly recommend it.
4481470
This is a great book.  It has plenty of artwork showing the human body.  Each exercise is accompanied by drawings of the body highlighting which muscles you'll be working.  It also gives you the do's and don'ts on using the correct form.  You want this book if you are serious about building muscle.
4537736
I really enjoy dumbbell training and found this book really helpful in providing exercises for strength, power, and muscle mass. The step-by-step instructions are easy to follow and I like that it also lists common errors and corrections. Each move comes with pictures as well that will help you with your form.

If you're an athlete, you might enjoy the specialized workouts that they provide in the back of the book, too.
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I am a trainer and love this book for inspiration to build workouts. The workouts in this book do not include warms ups or cool downs.
3842697
Wow, what a great book!. The illustrations are fantastic. I like the layout and the "straight to the point" structure of the text. However, the book mentions throughout the exercises that one should inhale while lifting the weight (or through the exertion phase of a lift). I've been exercising for most of my life and have been a personal trainer for two years. It makes more sense to exhale throughout the exertion phase. This mainly holds true as weight becomes heavier. Blood pressure increases when exertion happens and exhaling works like a release valve, thus lowering and regulating blood pressure. Instinctively, people, mainly beginners, tend to hold their breath when lifting a heavy weight and they get all red faced. I tried holding my breath while doing reps through one workout(big fan of Myth Busters on cable, by the way)and all I got out of that was a big headache. I still highly recommend this book to everyone.
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This is my first workout by Kelly.  She's a great instructor, - outgoing and fun and very fit.  She never slows down even to give the cues; she does it pretty effortlessly.
This is really a combination of step aerobics and kickboxing and so you can imagine that this is intense.  You burn fat and drip sweat from start to finish.  Within regular step movements, you are doing kickboxing type moves (ie punches and jabs and kicks).  There is an aerobic/toning portion and that is tough because your heart stays elevated because it's done at a fairly fast speed and intensity.  After you've done this workout a couple of times it definately gets a little easier, but I tell you that if you stick to it, it will give you results for sure.
Based on this workout, I'll definately buy more dvds of Kellys.  She's good at what she does and she makes this fun even though you're continuously working hard.  I really like this one.
1780138
I love this workout.  You use hand held weights for most of the 45 minute workout, so you're combining weight training with aerobics.  It's easy to follow, fun to do, and you get a very good workout.  I wore out my first DVD, and had to buy a second one.
1654075
This book makes you want hit the gym and get busy. I anticipate going back to the book again and again for support
2354243
This is a great book. It gives lots of good information and multiple options for all levels of physical fitness.
4968558
I picked this up based on the reviews that I read on Amazon and they were right - it's a great workout.  I haven't seen the Work Out series on Bravo, but I'd heard that it was good.  Jackie is the star of that program and I only wish now that I could see this.
This is a body targeted workout that uses interval training to get it done.  There are three programs and they each focus on different body parts; upper body, lower body and abs.  Each are fairly tough going but very effective.  I've done this twice already and I'm as sore the second time as the first.  I enjoy it though and have fun doing it which is the main thing because it's making me want to do it again.  All you need are some dumbells and some space and almost anyone can do it.  The combination of weights and cardio are what make it most effective and I feel like I can already feel some results.
Overall, this is a fun and enjoyable workout that makes you work hard and burn a lot of calories.  I love it.
1750449
This was excellent except for not containing any pictures to illustrate the exercises.  You will have to look up the exercises you don't know how to do.  Otherwise, there are 5 workouts which you can mix and match and they contain great, strenuous moves.  There are tips on staying fit and healthy as well as some tasty-looking recipes near the end.  I will definitely try these workouts in the winter.