Product Details

• Actors: Cindy Whitmarsh
• Directors: Andrea Ambandos
• Format: Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
• DVD Release Date: September 21, 2004
• Run Time: 53 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0002J58NI
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,351 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

NO TIME TO EXERCISE? We have the solution for you – the 10 Minute Solution! Instructor Cindy Whitmarsh has developed 5 truly targeted workouts for beginners, each one focused on a specific muscle group, and each one only 10 minutes. These compact, ultra-efficient workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts, or mix and match to hit your own unique problem areas … or do all of them together for one total-body 50 minute workout!

* ABS - Only 10 minutes to tight abs … you really can do it! Cindy takes you through a series of targeted abdominal exercises to completely tighten, contract and contour your mid-section. You’ll really feel the burn, and you’ll definitely see the results!

* THIGHS - Thinner thighs are only 10 minutes away! These exercises are hand-picked from the most effective, proven routines – and anyone can do them! This set is jam-packed with thigh-tightening, hip-slimming moves that can dramatically re-shape your legs.

* BUNS - Who doesn’t want firmer, tighter buns? This ultra- effective program leads you through a series of time-proven exercises to really target that backside. Using a combination of simple standing and mat work, this workout can give you better buns in just 10 minutes a day!

* ARMS & SHOULDERS - Pick up those hand weights and get ready to sculpt and chisel that upper body! This non-stop routine hits the entire upper arm from every angle for sexy, shapely and totally firm upper arms and shoulders.

* BONUS POWERSTRETCH - This segment is perfect to do after a workout, or after a long, stressful day. Treat yourself to a total-body stretch and keep your muscles long, flexible, relaxed and healthy!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

120 of 121 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice whole-body workout that isn't like every other workout., January 30, 2006

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Sheri in Reho (Rehoboth Beach, DE) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 10 Minute Solution - Target Toning for Beginners (DVD)

This is one of a series of DVDs which offer five 10-minute workouts which can be done individually, done as a 50-minute workout in sequence or mixed and matched to your preference. As usual, each 10-minute workout has a short warmup and cooldown that is tailored to the body part you'll be working out in that segment. This DVD, Target Tone for Beginners, offers these workouts:

Thighs: Squats, lunges and various isolation moves are used to work those quadriceps. Be sure to pay attention when she tells you where your weight should be...if your weight isn't in the right place, you won't work the correct muscles.

Arms: You will first use a set of hand weights (instructor uses a 5-pound set as do I) to work your shoulder and arm muscles. Then, unlike many upper body workouts, you'll do a series of exercises from the floor--pushups, planks, etc.

Buns: The strategy here is very similar to the thighs segment, but with different exercises that focus on the glutes. You will also take to the floor in this segment for rear leg lifts from a rather indelicate (but effective!) position. :)

Abs: This segment starts out standing, unlike the usual abs workout that is all about crunches. Once down on the floor, you will do planks as well as standard crunches.

PowerStretch: This segment is a series of stretches, both standing and on the floor, which work primarily the legs, but a little of everything else.

On the whole, I liked the DVD. I liked that she takes at least a slightly different approach on almost everything than some other workouts I've done so it doesn't feel quite so repetitive as some do. As an instructor, I find her just a bit more annoying than the other 10-Minute Solution instructors; not hugely so, but a little too much perky cheerleading (I couldn't count how many times I heard "Can ya do another 8? I know you can!").

If you have done the Tamilee Webb "I Want That Body!" workout that includes arms, abs and buns, this is very similar except that it is doable on the first try, whereas I didn't find Tami's abs and buns segments were doable on the first try. Depends on how much of a challenge you want. If you're just starting out, I'd recommend this. If you want a more challenging workout, I'd recommend Tamilee over this.

P.S. As a warning to those over 40 or 50, or anyone with knee problems...as is the case with any workout featuring a lot of squats and lunges, this workout is punishing on the knees. I wouldn't suggest doing it 3 times a week or anything, but once a week should be doable.

52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely wonderful!, January 15, 2005

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J. Carroll (Cleveland, OH, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 10 Minute Solution - Target Toning for Beginners (DVD)

I am an on-again, off-again beginner trying to lose 40 pounds and not excerising as much as I should be. I wanted to tone my muscles while losing weight, so I tried this DVD and I couldn't be happier. Cindy Whitmarsh is very pleasant and keeps you going without being abrasive. The exercises are all doable (I even have a bad back) and I feel great when I'm done. The 10 minute increments are perfect for squeezing in some toning during a busy day. Kudos to Ms. Whitmarsh!

44 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Over 50, October 15, 2004

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50+ and trying to stay fit (Homer, MI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 10 Minute Solution Target Tone for Beginners [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This video is great for beginners the more advanced and the not so young anymore. The exercises target the thighs,arms,buns and abs and I can actually see and feel a difference. I hate to exercise, because like most people I become bored very easily. So far the short exercises that target all the need to be worked on areas, go fast and are effective. I am looking for more like them.