Comparison with Total Transformation Set? I've been planning on buying the Total Transformation Set, has anyone compared it to this new Exhilarate Set? I've never done Zumba but have a little dance experience. Comparison with Total Transformation Set? I've been planning on buying the Total Transformation Set, has anyone compared it to this new Exhilarate Set? I've never done Zumba but have a... » Read More Comparison with Total Transformation Set? I've been planning on buying the Total Transformation Set, has anyone compared it to this new Exhilarate Set? I've never done Zumba but have a little dance experience. « Show Less
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Would you recommend The Exhilarate Set? I'm in desperate need of a good workout (not boring) and I'm not sure which set to buy? Thanks!
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I love Zumba Exhilarate!!! I'm at it 6 days a week. I missed yesterday (lazy lima bean mode) and did two dvd workouts today, Ripped and Exhilarate. I am 56 years old and refuse to go out "like that". I'm learning hip hop like the kids in the dvd and I work it on the dance floor when my guy and I go out to a party or event. Just because you're a certain age, you don't have to look it. I have both boxed sets and have committed to 90 days of each. After which I'll go to another dvd in the set and work that for another 90 days. This is a wonderful program. Who would have thought I would actually learn to look forward to my fitness regime everyday? Certainly, no me. I love Zumba Exhilarate!!! I'm at it 6 days a week. I missed yesterday (lazy lima bean mode) and did two dvd workouts today, Ripped and Exhilarate. I am 56 years old and refuse to go out "like that". I'm learning hip hop like the kids in the dvd and I work it on the dance floor when my guy and I go out to a party or event. Just because you're a certain age, you don't have to look it. I have both boxed sets and have committed to 90 days of each. After which I'll go to another dvd in the set and work that for another 90 days. This is a wonderful program. Who would have thought I... » Read More I love Zumba Exhilarate!!! I'm at it 6 days a week. I missed yesterday (lazy lima bean mode) and did two dvd workouts today, Ripped and Exhilarate. I am 56 years old and refuse to go out "like that". I'm learning hip hop like the kids in the dvd and I work it on the dance floor when my guy and I go out to a party or event. Just because you're a certain age, you don't have to look it. I have both boxed sets and have committed to 90 days of each. After which I'll go to another dvd in the set and work that for another 90 days. This is a wonderful program. Who would have thought I would actually learn to look forward to my fitness regime everyday? Certainly, no me. « Show Less
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Thanks so much! I bought Total Transformation but haven't gotten it out of the box yet. I would prefer more Latin than Hip Hop so it sounds like I'm better off, at least for now, with TT.
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I like using the Total Transformation set, but it is different from what you'd find at a live class. It definitely feels like an at-home workout. The Exhilarate DVDs have more a live feel, especially since you have the option to turn off the verbal cueing.
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I have the Total Transformation...enjoyed it at first, but it became boring after 2-3 months. Haven't seen the new Exhilarate yet...having a hard time justifying the price.
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Until you feel like you've mastered it or are bored with it. Boredom will kill your drive to work out and zumba is totally worth keeping up with! You will see results, promise! Ripped will def tone you and slim you down, I love that DVD. Exhilarate is kinda hard (when I started it, I was like "wth?") & will work your tush off but its fun. I can't do RUSH because I just don't like the teaching style of the girl who leads it. MIX is hard hard hard imo. There are some funky dances in it that i've never seen before. The concert is fun but essentially just Exhilarate live with a few differences/entertainment. If I were you, i'd try Ripped next (it has 2 parts) and see how far you get then add a little more each workout. I'd also intersperse Exhilarate in and do as much as you can until you can do it all. I either stopped when I thought I was going to die at first or would take 2-3 min rests when I needed to. Hope that helps!!
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I started as a beginner a month ago and did the quick start dvd until I felt comfortable with the basic moves (about 2-3 times). While I still don't look as coordinated as the instructors and still make mistakes from time to time, I got the basics and I have a great time doing the program. I'd start with the 20 minute dvd or the 30 minute burn after that to help ease you into the program. Good luck!
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I just recently tried Zumba for the first time in an actual class and it was intense but doable! I have also ordered the DVD which is good. I can't speak for everyone but can say that had i not incorporated various cardio, weight exercises into my daily regimen i could not have lasted a full hour of my first actual class. Of course there are ways to keep moving if you cannot keep up that's the key to just keep moving and do what you can so again it's doable but maybe not for everyone as a beginner you may have to work up to it! Good luck whatever you choose but i will say Zumba has changed my thinking and I"m on a roll with my workouts again! Best to you! I just recently tried Zumba for the first time in an actual class and it was intense but doable! I have also ordered the DVD which is good. I can't speak for everyone but can say that had i not incorporated various cardio, weight exercises into my daily regimen i could not have lasted a full hour of my first actual class. Of course there are ways to keep moving if you cannot keep up that's the key to just keep moving and do what you can so again it's doable but maybe not for everyone as a beginner you may have to work up to it! Good luck whatever you choose but i will say Zumba has changed... » Read More I just recently tried Zumba for the first time in an actual class and it was intense but doable! I have also ordered the DVD which is good. I can't speak for everyone but can say that had i not incorporated various cardio, weight exercises into my daily regimen i could not have lasted a full hour of my first actual class. Of course there are ways to keep moving if you cannot keep up that's the key to just keep moving and do what you can so again it's doable but maybe not for everyone as a beginner you may have to work up to it! Good luck whatever you choose but i will say Zumba has changed my thinking and I"m on a roll with my workouts again! Best to you! « Show Less
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I also after thinking about it for a while, decided to order Zumba. I've heard so much about Zumba so i did some research and talk to a few people i knew, who went to some classes. and i also seen the result of them going and was really impressed with the transformation of the bodies. some loss 20 pounds some lost up to 65 pounds. all i know is that they look great and i'm ready to try it now. my goal is to lose 45 pounds by April 2012. wish me luck yall!!!!
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If you choose to order this system, go to zumba.com/shop to order it then use code NICHOLE325 in the AFFILIATE box (not promo box) at checkout and you'll get 10% off! :) It's about $10 cheaper that way!!
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I had a Total Gym 1000 a few years ago. It folded up but it was a bit of a job (I'm 6', 205 & fairly strong.) This product seems slightly heavier than the current Total Gyms in this price range, but is half the cost. If you can afford the price difference maybe you should go with what you know. When you get used to either and in decent shape I bet either will be a snap. I think I'm going to try the Weider.
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I'm a beginner, and found this hard to follow. It's not good about giving you a heads up about what's coming. It also changes moves too quickly in my opinion. By the time I was starting to catch on, it was already six steps into the next dance step. You pretty much have to repeat the song until you had it memorized, or make up your own moves. Haha. Though Zumba fitness had problems, I enjoyed that one much more and went back to it after trying rush out a few days.
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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 Thelma - the first workout (Mark, Move & Groove which is teaching the basics) is maybe 15 minutes long; the second (Disco Groove) is 35 minutes; the third (Party Express) is approximately 35 minutes while Shaun T's Dance Party is 45 minutes. I'm just now learning the choreography of Dance Party. They are all very challenging at first but just a lot of fun. There are 3 extra workouts: Rock it out is 45 minutes; Hard Core Abs is 10 minutes - what a workout that is! Booty time is approximately 30 minutes and this is the workout I've not seen yet. All really do get your body working and heart rate elevated for a very good aerobic workout as well as geared to strengthening the core. I chose to also purchase a week later Shaun T's Hip Hop Abs so I could learn the secret to his Tilt, Tuck and Tighten technique. Audio is not so good on the first CD but the second CD is much better and focuses on the abs. I'm liking this for the abs and obliques - strengthening the core. The third CD focuses on the buns and thighs - not tried that one out yet. At 66 I never dreamed I'd have so much fun working out alone in my living room. Loving it and hope I can build, strengthen and continue this activity for quite some time to come. Hope I've answered your question but then I think I've given you extra. If you make this purchase I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. The best workout! (Didn't like too much Zumba and J Michaels was boring) Shaun T is a great motivator and is great fun but then I do love to dance. Have fun Thelma. Write back and let me know how you like this. =D
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If I were you I'd go to my local library and find out what Zumba products they have in their collection and try them out. Then purchase what you like best. My library had every Zumba DVD and game either in their collection or available through a different library. If they don't have it don't be afraid to ask. In case you haven't guessed, I work at a library. :)
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Classic offers more exercise options in my opinion and the opinion of my PT. It remains easy to use from beginner level to the the difficult more advanced core exercises. I've used it and a smaller, not-as-strong teen has used it effectively.
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I would recommend this to anyone, anyone can do it, and im so glad that i ordered it. Im still getting use to some of the step, but for the most part they are pretty easy to follow, and they do have a dvd that shows how to do the steps. If you enjoy dancing and dont want to feel like its just a boring workout, then I say go for it :).
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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).
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I'm not a mom and I know you wanted to know if mother's have gotten toned from doing Zumba but I just wanted to say I've done both the Zumba and Zumba Exhilarate for three weeks in a row for 5 days each and haven't lost or gained anything. I know in both you work with the toning sticks. I just have regular 3lb weights which gets harder the longer you use them for these two videos. The Zumba 'Sculpt & Tone' will have you heaving if you're not in top shape. The Zumba Ripped is extremely low impact so I don't see why they call it 'ripped' when you barely break a sweat. I'm not in tip top shape but I know the Ripped DVD is too easy to do and don't see how you can get 'ripped' from it.
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A good write-up of the differences here:http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/08/kinetic-updated-trainers.html
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Hi Danny, To be honest with you action figures are some what new to us. I wish I could let you know which one is better, but I am just not knowledgable enough yet to tell you. My sincere apologies that I couldn't not help you with your decision here. Thank you for your inquiry. Sincerely, J.