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Dance and Be Fit: Brazilian Body

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This workout is a lot of fun if you like dance-style fitness DVD's. The music gets you going and although it doesn't look like hard work you can definitely get your heart rate up if you put 100% into it. My BIG complaint about it, however, is that the cuing, if you can call it that, is absolutely the worst I've ever experienced on a DVD. She does a voice-over which is fine except she tells you what to do after the onstage talent has already started doing it, rarely tells you how many counts you will actually be doing, and she gets the count wrong more than once anyway. If you want and/or need strong cuing I would say pass on this one. However, if you pick things up easily by just watching then go for it. The moves aren't hard to master and a DVD like this can help you avoid boredom in your usual fitness routine.

A while back, I was shopping around for gifts for my girlfriend's birthday. She was tired of jogging as her sole means of exercise and the constant pounding of the pavement was hurting her knees and back. I found this video in one of her catalogs in the mail, ordered it, and since I gave it to her months ago, it hasn't left the DVD player! She says it's one of the best gifts I've ever given her and, because it's improved our love life, I'd have to say I agree! Not being a guy who normally watches exercise videos, I am unashamed to say that I've even participated with her as she gets her workout in our home. Kimberly Miguel Mullen's energy and enthusiasm is too infectious to watch without trying to do it yourself. In fact, I just ordered a copy for my mother, as she keeps hearing about it and wants to try! It's great for anyone, at any level, who's looking to feel better about their physical condition and may not have tons of time to devote to commuting to the gym or can't go for a run every day due to weather. Convenient, effective, and engaging--buy it for yourself and/or your loved ones!! Many kudos and thanks to Kimberly!!

This is a fantastic video. I am 67 and although I can't do this at the leve that Kimberly does butI manage to muck about. I love Brazilian music and drums and I am extremely pleased with this video. I feel jazzed after doing it. I can't say enough good things about it. It will get you into shape.

I was looking for something to spark my routine. I found a clip on youtube and liked what I saw. Checked out the price on Amazon and took a chance..the best [...] bucks I ever spent. You will sweat you butt off, I couldn't do all the routines but by my 4th workout I was improving. In my first week; 3 sessions I lost 5 IBS. I could not believe it. No DVD workout has did that before and trust me I have all of them. You actually have fun with this DVD, by the time you realize it you have done the 48 minutes. There isn't alot of teaching here so just follow along. I reminded me of the latin parties growing up in NYC. I loved the music and the lil gal is so energetic, she makes you want to go the extra mile. Try it, it is a nice break from circuit training.

Loved it.

I like this workout as an add-on or warm up. The music and setting are great. The moves are authentic and fun. The dances look great, and I enjoy myself whenever I do it. However, the cuing is not good. The cuing is provided via a taped voiceover, which is not in step with the choreography. Therefore, it is often behind the actual workout. After completing the workout a few times you figure out where you should be, but the poor cuing can be frustrating and confusing.

The only other problem I have is that I wished the workouts were longer. Each segment is only about 12 minutes so they are over just as you really start warming up. I usually do the first two segments - Macuele and Samba Reggae together just to break a good sweat. I hope Kimberly releases a longer workout DVD for each of these dance styles. I only did the Capoeira workout once, but it is nice as well. It is not as intense or difficult to follow as other Capoeira routines. However, it could be longer as well.

I bought this to spice up my workouts and it has certainly done that. A little niggle, the instructor doesn't tell you some of the changes she just does them so the first time you do the workout you end up out of breath and out of step but the more you practice the better you get. There is a warm-up, three workouts and a cool down section. Its a good way to get your blood pumping first thing in the morning.

Okay so I just received this video in the mail and I popped it in last night. I didn't get through the whole video but I did do the warm up and the first 12 minute dance routine. I must say that the warm up is a really good stretch. I'm not much of a stretcher, which is really bad, but you can really feel it all in your back and arms and legs. It moves kind of quickly, though so it almost gets your heart rate up a little bit.

I did the first 12 minute routine and let me tell you, you will sweat. When I saw the previews for it, I thought it was going to be kind of on the easy side. Well its pretty difficult. The moves can be pretty difficult and they don't show you how to properly do the moves which they should have done. But the whole focus of the video is just to have fun. They really want u to get the basics down and then put your own interpretation into it. I'll tell you, though, it was the longest 12 minutes of my life. It was tough, but it was good. I can't wait to try the other dance routines. So I would say if youre looking for a workout other than just lifting weights or running, then this will definitely jazz things up a bit. Its tough, but you kind of get into it after a little while. And the girl is really pretty and her body is awesome...its kind of like motivation.

Nothing better than a workout that is also a good time, and Brazilian Body offers that and then some. Wonderfully choreographed by Kimberly Miguel Mullen, this Dance and Be Fit offering is challenging, energizing, and beautifully produced. Done are the days of worn out workout videos that leave nothing to the imagination. This DVD brings Brazil to you, as KMM leads you on sambas through palm trees and ocean breezes, and with an excellent soundtrack that keeps you moving the entire time. If you want a workout that teaches new dance skills, raises your heart rate to receive maximum cardiovascular benefits, and leaves you rejuvenated with blissful energy, Brazilian Body will not disappoint. A must have for anyone looking for a fresh, fun, and invigorating workout.

... because Kimberly Miguel Mullen can't cue in this video. I took an African Brazilian Dance class a couple years ago (for several months) and I absolutely loved it. The video is somewhat close to the same moves we did in class. The music featured was close enough as well. I purchased the video due to these two things. The set is lovely and you can see that everyone is doing their own level in the video. (Although, sometimes it looks like they don't.) The video is a ton of fun - as long as you can figure out what is going on. Just when you turn your back or look away from the screen (as instructed) the move changes. It's very disrupting and somewhat startling. I guess that's one way to get your heart rate up! It's unfortunate the instructor tells you how to move AFTER you see the move on your screen. With all that said, I am positive after using the DVD a few times you'll be able to figure out the cuing or guess what comes next.

This DVD is definitely what you make of it. You *WILL* sweat using this video. If you're not extremely fit or you require the cuing, you can just do the feet and add a few arms once in a while. Otherwise I would say go for it. Really make your moves big and get into it. Once you try this video a couple times you'll smile and look forward to it. The moves are fun, the beat is fun, and it's hard not to smile!

This is a great workout. I loved the music and energy. I stay away from most types of "dance" fitness and even step classes and aerobics because I'm just not that coordinated. This DVD is something that everyone can do. If you can move your feet and get your arms over your head you can do this. It does get pretty intensive on the lower back and hips. If you are not very strong in these areas then use caution or try something like yoga or pilates for awhile to strengthen these areas and get more flexibility before you go for it with this program.