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Big inhale up!
This is a great workout. I usually do Kurt Brungardt's "Abs of Steel" and prefer Kurt for everyday maintanence. Still, there's no doubt that Gilad's ab-workout is more thorough and works your muscles more deeply--or, maybe its just the variation of routines that produces this effect? Only Gilad knows. At any rate, you need more than one ab-tape, so get this one!

Gilad is the best!
This workout is great! It is divided into 3 levels for beginner,intermediate, and advanced abs. Beginners just do the first segment, but asyou get stronger, you continue with the workout until you are completingthe entire video. It is quite rewarding to get to that point too! Giladoffers encouragement along the way, helping to motivate you to finish (just2 more, you gotta want these!). I would not buy a workout video from anyonebut Gilad. ... Read more

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Great upper body workout for ladies too!
Gilad leads this 40 minute upper body workout, it is thorough and hits everything, including chest and back which are often neglected in arm workouts, plus forearms and rotator cuff.He is instructing one on one in a comfy workout room, he has his weight rack beside him and he is set to go.
Men of Steel - Arms of Steel
My wife gave me this video, along with weights at my request as a birthday present 9 years ago and I'm still using them today. The video is easy to follow from the beginning and is perfect for someone just starting out.As you progress in fitness levels, you decide the amount of weight to use for each exercise.The results are worth the 45 minutes spent three times a week.You feel more confident and the results are noticeable.There is no other video workout for men like this on the market that I have found.I highly recommend it to any man wanting to strengthen his upper body without investing a fortune.

Great for men and women
This is one of those workouts in the " ...of Steel" series, but this one is directed to men, unlike most of them. The instructor, Gilad, has a pleasant accent and really knows his stuff. In about 45 minutes he takes you through a good warmup, the gamut of upper-body exercises, and a surprisingly long stretch. All the exercises are concise and are super-set (you don't rest between them except to exchange weights). Between the bicepts, tricepts, forearms, chest, shoulders, and back, this workout will build all facets of your arms. Best of all, you can suit the weights you use to your fitness level. This video is motivating and rewarding and, while I would not want to do it daily, it is a good break for me to do once a week or so (I am a woman).
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Capitalism at its finest
Billy Blanks should be ashamed of himself. He is just using his name and slapping his face on video box covers.He has built good brand recognition and now he is capitalizing it to the max. Instead of making a true ab video that focuses solely on abs, Blanks and his production staff decided to piece together footage of his other videos. The editing is poor, at times not giving you time to transition into the next exercise, other times only working one side of your body.Save your money and buy a protien smoothie or an Atkins bar.

Feel it burn
Okay.I love the tae bo series.They all give you an ultimate workout.This one is no exception.If you do tae bo and you don't feel the burn,or go through it easily the first time,your doing something wrong.Let it be your back is not straight,or your not lifting something high enough.This video is very fastwith clips from all the best workouts for your abs.You will feel the burn definitley.I've been doing this tape faithfully for 2 months and my stomach is flat and tight.This is def. a tape for you if your looking for a hard workout.

Ultimate Abs Workout
I found this tape of limited value.It is, like the rest of his "Ultimate workout series" a bunch of edited clips from of Billy's other tapes.Unfortunatly, the editing was not done very carefully and sometimes you end up working one side of your body, but not the other.There is one crunching section that is good, it is toward the end.That is the only reason I gave it 3 stars.What I do is go to the end and rewind to the point the crunch section begins.Then I Take out this tape, and put in one of the other full work out tapes like the Impact Full Contact workout and do that, then put this tape back in and do the crunch session tofinish off my workout.Be warned, it does not give much stretching in between the individual crunch exercises.I don't know if this is intentional or not.It will start to show a stretch, but then cut to another exercise before the stretch is done.The ending cool down section is also kind of weak.It does some cool down stretches, but I would use another tape with a complete cool down section to end my workout with. ... Read more

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It might not have the gloss of other yoga productions, but Buns of Steel's Read more

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Not what it seems by the cover..and thats good!
The cover of this yoga workout is very deceiving to the more detailed eye...in that the posture of the woman on the cover is terrible in so many ways...the pose is way out of alignment for the knees and back and feet are not even on sure grounding. Why that pose in such a way I don't know because the workout is actually just the opposite. There are three people..showing modifcations..the woman on the cover leads it. Overall it works slower than I imagined and its not bad at all. While the workout is not for me and my own pace...its good for others. Its a little too talky for me...its difficult to be looking at the camera...do the excercises and que everyone including yourself...this can get the instructor and the viewer a bit stuck. its beyond me why and how they did not see how not yoga aware that picture is. But if you want to check it out do so...its cheap on ebay...about a $1.00 I've seen it for... don't be deterred right away by the cover.

Good Power Yoga Introduction
I have many many yoga tapes by many instructors and in different styles. Overall this tape is pretty good and I do like Ms. Broman. The setting is real nice and I do like the music as well.
Been Using for 4 Years
I've been using this video for four years and I still do it every other morning.It's still challenging and relaxing.It's not typical yoga in that it's main focus is fitness, then mind, then spirit.So if you want to get into shape and give Yoga a try, this tape is perfect for you.The more you do the workout, the better you'll be able to hold the pose and the more fit you'll become.Hope you enjoy it! ... Read more

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excellent leg workout, left me more toned
This is an all-time favorite of mine, the full leg toning was very precise and effective. The cardio was great, and this mad emy body look and feel alot better. This is a very good classic workout, as are all of Leisa Hart's new and old videos. Very good stuff!

Great aerobics but.......
I think this is one of the best aerobic workouts out there.The toning section left a little to be desired though.I didn't feel anything after I did the toning.It just didn't get the job done like Hips and Thighs of Steel.I do give the aerobics 4 stars though. ... Read more

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Terri Walsh, the director of Crunch Fitness, guides you through this half-hour workout, which concentrates on getting your abs strong and firm. Beginning with a short warm-up, the video launches into three six-minute abdominal workouts, each slightly more challenging than the one before. The first portion is quite basic and can probably be handled by any beginner, while the final workout requires a bit more stamina and stomach muscles. Some particularly nice things about this program: no extra equipment is necessary (although you may want a towel or mat to stretch out on), and you can use either the entire tape in one workout or just one of the six-minute programs, working your way up slowly. Terri's energy and enthusiasm are contagious. You may want to watch this once before attempting the actual workout; from the sit-up position it can be difficult to follow Terri's movements. Read more

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Very acsessible ab wrokout for all levels
I don't know what the the reviewer below was writing about, when s/he lamented that there were not enough crunches. The entire video, with the example of the brief warm up comprises soley a variety of crunches. I love this vidoe because it makes the dreaded crunches accessible for me, by making them fun and giving good terms to visualize proper form. I don't have the motivaiton to do as many when I don't use the video. DVD???
Great video - very effective, but need it in DVD!I'm going to wear out the VHS in no time.

No crunch in this video
I bought this video based on the reviews and was very, very disappointed.This video does not accomplish in 30 minutes what a FIRM video gets done in 5 - 8 minutes.There is too much talking and not enough crunches.I am just a low intermediate exerciser with flabby abs, I need crunches.There are good pointers for the beginner but who wants to listen to the same long lecture every time you do the video. ... Read more

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It takes practice
I got this vhs from a friend of mine who has two left feet when it comes to anything other than walking. I figured since I've always been a quick learner and love dancing, this would be no sweat. Well it was a lot of sweat and I felt like I was the one with two left feet! It took me several tries to get the foot-work (without the arms) and at one point I shelved the video out of frustration. But eventually I made up my mind to keep trying and that even though I couldn't get the hang of it right away, if I broke it down in segments eventually I'd get it. I mean, these instructors probably had a hard time getting it together, too. Once I learned the foot-work I was smiling cornily just like they were. Even my sister is in awe of my ability to keep up and hardly make any mistakes, and she's 11 years younger than me. It's a great workout once you get it. I would have given it five stars since I love it now, but that wouldn't be fair to all the people with two left feet.

Stick with it!
I agree this video is not the easiest to learn, but its really not that bad. Start by just doing the legs, and then add the arms as you get the hang of it. The steps are more complicated than the usual basic series of lunges and squats, and it moves pretty quickly. However, that is exactly why it is so much fun once you get the steps down. I have been doing this video for years now, and I never get bored with it.
Buns of Steel:Total Body Fat Burner
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Good workout for the lower body...
This workout emphasizes on reshaping your lower body with a variety of exercises, but there is some upper body and ab work as well. You will need a tall box, assorted dumbells and a dowel or broom handle is used for the stretch. Three instructors lead you through this workout, Jennifer Carmen, Taber Bruner and Jennifer Peluso. This workout is part of the Firms Tri-Trainer series, which includes Maximum Body Shaping and Fat Blaster.
Great Workou!!!!
I really enjoy this video. It has 3 instructors and begins with a tough abdominal section. I really like the length....only 45 minutes but a tough 45 minutes! You'll feel this the next day after you start. Also, you will need a 12-14" fanny lifter for this tape.

Not the hardest firm, but certainly the most fun
Im gonna stand up for this tape. Yeah it may to be that hard (I just increase the poundage to make it more difficult) but it is so much fun.Taber and Jen are excellent instructors and their cuing is right on.Jen Peluso is another story, her form and cuing isnt that great. There is an abs segment at the beginning instead of the end so if that turns you off then forget about this tape.There is some wannabe pilates in this tape as well so if your a pilates buff you might not like the firms take on it. I personally dont care about pilates and there isnt that much to bother me personally.All in all i love this tape. I reach for this tape more that any other firm tape.The jazzy music is so relaxing and this workout just flows together nicely. ... Read more

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All of the Crunch videos have high energy and give a good workout. Read more

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Not enough repetition
This video doesn't give the burn for the abs and arms like other videos.The instructor does more of a routine instead repeition of exercises therefore making it ineffective.The only part that I got a good workout was the arm floor exercise even then you have to be careful not to drop the weights on your head (smiles).I'm sure there are better abs and arms workout on the market.

Not too good
I've seen alot better videos out there.The moving the legs and arms were not effective exercises and the abs section is not challenging. I'd skip, this is the worse review I've ever done.

NOT FOR BEGINNERS OR ADVANCED
ANNOYING INSTRUCTOR, NOT HARD ENOUGH, AND A WASTE OF TIME.NO INSTRUCTIONS ON PROPER FORM OR ANYTHING. KATHY SMITH TIMESAVER LIFT WEIGHTS TO LOSE WEIGHT IS MUCH MUCH MORE EFFECTIVE THAN THIS AND IS ONLY 20 MIN FOR THE UPPER BODY 20 MINUTES FOR LOWER AND 7 MINUTE ABS.KATHY YELLS ALOT BUT I THINK ITS FUNNY.I CANT STAND THE "OH YAH, UH HUH, THATS RIGHT, UH HUH." ... Read more

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Had potential, but flops
PROS:Does 2x15 reps of a variety of exercises in a short amount of time. All of the exercises can be done sitting if you have bad knees, etc.The instructors are motivating.The routine is theoretically effective for toning major muscles, however, overall I do NOT recommend this video for the following reasons...
Fast moving, but intense workout
This video is a great arm workout.There is a short warm up and stretchbefore you jump right into the chest exercises (you will need a step to dothe incline and flat chest flys).Then the video moves on to shoulderswith plenty of exercises to make them burn.The last part of the videoconcentrates on triceps and biceps with a little forearm work.The 2instructors are very encouraging and move very quickly from one exercise tothe next, but they do take some time to do a couple quick streches inbetween sets.The actual workout is alittle over 20 minutes, and yourmuscles will definitely burn when you are done !! ... Read more

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Intense lower body work
Once again, you need to do this tape to believe that it works.Those familiar with the Method series will see a lot of similarities to the Pilates-esque floorwork and the ballet-ish barre work.Read more

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Too Easy
I just got this tape and found it way to easy.This is a great video that's well choreographed and I like Allie very much as an instructor but it's more for beginner/intermediate.I hardly broke a sweat. If your advanced The Firm Cross Trainers Super Cardio kicks butt. I was looking for a tape that compares to the Super Cardio and was disappointed when I used the Maximum Cardi Burn.

Great Cardio with minor training!
This workout is perfect for off days when toning.However, there are some toning sections but the video is primarily cardio and I definitely worked up a great sweat.I have the Body Sculpting System 2 and this video was one of the 3 tapes.The other two are targeted more for toning with a little cardio.I like the BSS2 compard to one BECAUSE of this video since there is one good cardio workout and 2 toning workouts.The BSS1 was all toning and not much cardio.I loved the kickboxing moves in this video.When I was doing BSS1 I had to supplement another cardio workout inbetween the 2 toning workouts, oh and the third one was only abs(that's right) and I never used that one.So if you want a system that has all in one, good toning and a great cardio workout, the BSS2 is great.I love this cardio workout, it's fun an at a PERFECT pace!

I love this workout
All of the System 2 Workouts are great.This one is a great, effective cardio workout that does not use handweights just the Sculpting Stick.Allie is always a great instructor.Easy enough to follow, definitely works up a sweat. ... Read more

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