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Buns of Steel 8: Pregnancy Workout (EP Version) [VHS]

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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!

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!

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!

I work out at least 5 times a week - weights, walking, etc. I did so before and all during my pregnancy. This video has been great for days that I was too tired to get to the gym. A great little alternative. It has been especially good during the last trimester. I also intend to do the workout in the early weeks on my recovery after the baby is born. I think it will be a great way to get ready to go back to the gym. The workout is easy - especially if you've done aerobic classes in the past. But that's OK - because you can make your movements bigger in order to get to the level you need. I'm not fond of the stops in between sets to check heartrate and exertion levels. I think if you are in touch with your body, you already know when you are in your target zone. So I keep the remote control close by and fast forward these spots. I like watching the women in the video - it's nice not to be the only pregnant woman working out. Too bad I'm out here, and they are on the video. I would suggest this video to anybody trying to stay in shape while pregnant. Keep moving. The more you do, the better you feel, the easier the pregnancy.

I'm in my 7th month of pregnancy, and I juggle this video with Kathy Smith's workout, Yoga Zone's Postures for Pregnancy, and walking my dog. I tend to pick up this video a little more often than Kathy Smith's, because it seems to move a bit faster and the routines are more interesting. The workout is easy to follow and not too demanding, if you're in decent shape. In fact, I felt like it wasn't demanding enough until the last few weeks, so I think I'll be using it more and more until the end of my pregnancy. I do wish the aerobics routines went a little longer and that there was an upper-body toning exercise, but she does spend some time working out the legs and rear-end, and that's been helpful. The instructor isn't annoying, either, which is a real plus when it comes to exercise videos.

Wonderful low-impact video. The name "Buns of Steel" is misleading. You will work up a sweat, but without jerky movements. Ms. Lewis is cheerful and always tells you what moves are next. All movements are comfortable. You never have to lay on your back or your side. I have tried all pregnancy exercise tapes, including Redbook, Kathy Smith, and Denise Austin. This one is superior.

Keeping my body in shape was very important to me. I was an individual that was fairly in shape but not one that hit the gym everyday. Once I got pregnant I tried to go to the gym every day. I found this to be very difficult because I was tired all the time. I then purchased this tape and Kathy Smith's preg. workout. My husband snickered saying I would never use them. I kinda figured he was right but I bought them anyway. I am now 8 months pregnant and I do my aerobics every day! I am happy to say my body shape has not changed (with the exception of my belly:). I found both videos very easy to do. There are enough nonverbal cues so you can turn off the volume and do your aerobics to your favorite CD. I have suffered from a hip injury which has got progressively worse throughout the preg. but it is strangely not bothered by the exercises in these videos. I recommend buying two videos so you can alternate them...it keeps them from getting too mundane day after day! Very pleased with the results from the tapes, my energy level is higher, and it makes me feel great that I am doing something for me and the baby. Very easy to get in the habit of switching on these tapes after work!

Madeliene Lewis's workout is my absolute favorite for several reasons. This workout is very balanced - the moves are varied so your muscles are worked from a variety of angles. Lewis's routines are complex enough to remain interesting after months of repeated viewing, but she breaks the elements down, introducing them one new step at a time so it's easy to keep up. Her delivery is energetic, but she completely avoids the "cheerleader" overtones that have put me off several other aerobics videos. I also love the toning exercises at the end of the aerobics portion - especially the abdominal/kegel combination. In addition, she begins with the guidelines and precautions for keeping fit during pregnancy as recommended by ACOG. This was absolutely the best pregnancy workout video I've purchased and I happily anticipate trying other videos with Madeliene Lewis after my baby is born.

I really wanted to stay in shape during pregnancy and also wanted to get my shape back quickly, so I started exercising with this video in my second month of pregnancy. I exercised regularly, doing the video about 3-5 times a week, until I gave birth. My pregnancy went very smoothly and I felt great throughout. As soon as I gave birth (to a beautiful 8 lb. 12 oz. little boy) my stomach retracted very quickly. People constantly made, and continue to make comments to me, about how great I look--"didn't even look like I just had a baby." I could tell my body was quite toned as a result of doing all those ab and bun exercises. I am now doing the Buns of Steel Post Pregnancy Workout and am extremely pleased with the results. I cannot recommend these videos highly enough. If you really want to feel good during your pregnancy and regain your shape (for me, my shape is even better!) quickly after you have your baby, these videos are for you!

This is a great pregnancy workout. It's not too demanding, but makes you feel that you've actually gotten a decent workout in by the end. The toning exercises are particularly good. Madeleine Lewis is upbeat without being at all annoying or overly perky. I'm almost at my due date and I haven't gotten bored of doing this video.