Product Details

• Format: Color, NTSC
• Language: English
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Warner Home Video
• VHS Release Date: February 13, 2001
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (73 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6303181813
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #186,891 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Maintaining your current fitness level is the goal in this upbeat pregnancy workout from the Buns of Steel series. Fitness expert Madeline Lewis (in her third trimester, no less) smiles and chatters her way through a 45-minute low-impact routine. But low-impact, quite obviously, is not Ms. Lewis's typical style. This high-energy workout should appeal to anyone who enjoys the quick-paced repetition of basic or step aerobics. Following a 10-minute warm-up, traditional moves such as the grapevine, heel tap, and V-step get the legs in motion while the arms attempt to keep up with busy choreography. Fifteen minutes of aerobic activity is followed by about 10 minutes of toning; a modest but effective amount of tucks, squats, and bun-burning exercises is included. Unlike The Kathy Smith Pregnancy Workout--an excellent and comprehensive if slightly tamer routine--Buns will make you break a sweat. Heart rate and "perceived exertion" checks help you determine when to slow down. --Liane Thomas

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

80 of 81 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My easiest delivery yet!, April 26, 2000

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GMVDH (Eau Claire, WI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Buns of Steel 8: Pregnancy Workout (EP Version) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I recently gave birth to my third child. Although I remained active during my other two pregnancies, mainly by following a daily walking routine, this last pregnancy was the first time I actually worked out. I began using this video during my seventh month. I would alternate between several different pregnancy workout videos, inlcuding Kathy Smith's, Denise Austin's and an old one sanctioned by Dr. Art Ulene. Buns of Steel was certainly the most interesting and engaging workout video I found. Best yet, my delivery was by far the easiest and least complicated one I had ever experienced. I am completely convinced that the focus on strenghtening the pelvic floor muscles is the reason why I only pushed for 10 minutes, as opposed to the 2+ hours push-a-thons I experienced with my other two children! Plus, I recovered much more quickly this time around, and I know it is because I worked-out to this video every other day during my third trimester.

I think this video is wonderful, as I do the Buns of Steel post-pregnancy workout video I am currently following. I would strongly recommend it to any pregnant woman who is looking for a fun, relatively easy way to get into shape!

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Workout - Even in the 3rd Trimester!, February 9, 2000

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Laurel Spence (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Buns of Steel 8: Pregnancy Workout (EP Version) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I actually received this video as a "White Elephant" gift at a Christmas party this year. Boy am I glad I did! I was having difficulty controlling my weight gain during this first pregnancy and needed a consistent workout that was safe for pregnancy. This video was the key! Since I started working out with Madeleine Lewis and her other pregnant friends, my weight gain has greatly decreased. I can't wait to workout again and again -- usually 5-6 times a week. It doesn't get boring. My only regret is that I didn't have this video from the beginning of my pregnancy. My due date is next week & I am still able to complete the entire workout. I would recommend this video to any pregnant woman and plan to recommend it to my pregnant patients! Also, I am about to order Buns of Steel, vol 9 (Post Pregnancy Workout) also with Madeleine Lewis. Give it a try -- you will feel much better and look better too. Besides, it's good for your baby as well! Go for it!

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Motivating, complete pregnancy workout! Perfect balance!, February 16, 2000

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Kimberlee (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Buns of Steel 8: Pregnancy Workout (EP Version) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I ordered this video a couple of months ago. From the first viewing, I was impressed. Madeleine Lewis is a wonderful instructor; motivating, energetic, but not "fake" or "overdone". The workout is challenging at a comfortable level; it really works all your muscles. I have two other pregnancy workouts; Kathy Smith and Denise Austin. This video is my favorite!