Product Details

• 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: October 3, 2006
• Run Time: 39 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000H1RFIM
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,139 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Ranked #1 as the Best Calorie Blasting DVD for 2006 by FITNESS Magazine! This un-intimidating DVD explains basic kickboxing techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you tone and reshape your entire body by using this DVD, but you may even change your mind about exercise! Fat-Burning Kickboxing for Dummies is a dynamic, energizing, and fun way to blast off extra body fat and tone up your trouble spots. As you punch, kick, jab, and shuffle, you get your heart rate going, burn calories, and work your abs, gluts, thighs, arms, and shoulders. To make it even easier to master this kickboxing workout, we include a unique tutorial that covers the ten basic moves used in the workout. This quick 15-minute segment allows you to get the basics of the discipline at a slower pace. This way, when you go on to the main program, you can be comfortable with the moves, apply them with correct form, and get the most out of every single move. About the instructor: Keli Roberts (keliroberts.com) is a world renowned fitness educator and trainer. She is the media spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise (ACE), Los Angeles. She is also a certified ACSM HFI, ACE Group Exercise, ACE Gold Certified Personal Trainer. Keli is also on the advisory board for Fitness Magazine and a Nautilus Institute advisory board member.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

51 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rare gem for beginners, October 18, 2006

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A. Beck - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fat Burning Kickboxing Workout for Dummies (DVD)

I've always wanted to learn kickboxing, but most DVDs are for intermediates, which often goes too fast and don't show you the basics. This DVD has a tutorial for the Top Ten Kickboxing moves. They include 1)Ring Moves, 2) Cross, 3) Hook, 4) Front Kick, 5) Sidekick, 6) Jab, 7) UpperCut, 8) Knee Thrust, 9) Back Kick, 10) Roundhouse. The beginner can take their time mastering these basic moves before going on the other 3 kickboxing exercises, which the viewer can choose. The beginner can also learn to do these moves right so that injuries can be avoided. Keli takes her time and shows you the proper way to move. This builds confidence and you won't feel like you'll fall behind when she goes a little quicker in her exercises. After buying this DVD, I can forget about the fast paste TAE BO DVD's, which seem to be for fit folks who like to look competitive. I highly recommend this DVD for anyone who wants to take their time learning kickboxing right.

40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Like having your own personal trainer at home ;-), September 28, 2006

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Little Miss Cutey (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fat Burning Kickboxing Workout for Dummies (DVD)

I've said it before; - Keli Roberts is one of the top 5 aerobic instructors in the universe. She is amazing and if she really was your own personal trainer, you'd be as buff as a triathelete. She would get results out of you that you wouldn't believe. I've done some of her other workouts, and if done consistantly, there are fantastic results.

I don't have too many kickboxing dvds, and seeing that Keli leads this, I had to get it. It's fantastic. This is mainly geared for beginners in kickboxing and the impact is low and it's easy to follow because the moves are basic. She goes at a fast pace, but this makes sure that you are always burning fat and calories. If you are unsure about posture and your positioning, don't fret - she cues very well. There is also some options for different intensity levels, so it doesn't matter if you are unfit or not. I also like the safety tips they use throughout and the seperate instructional portion of the dvd that's done at the end. This will really help you learn all the terminology and exactly how each move is done.

Keli really knows her stuff. She has done quite a lot of kickboxing workouts in the past because she's good at it, so don't worry - you are in good hands and do this often during the week and you'll get some good results. I love this and highly recommend it. I find it fun too, so the workout goes by quickly. Pick up a copy and see for yourself.

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hey Excercise Experts... It's "For Dummies", Lighten Up!, February 4, 2007

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Amy S (MI, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fat Burning Kickboxing Workout for Dummies (DVD)

I guess I am not in as great of shape as some people who bought this DVD... because I loved it! I didn't expect it to be expert/advanced since it was from the "For Dummies" series (a reasonable assumption), like some people seemed to think it should have been. This DVD has some favorable points:

1) Keli Roberts is a great instructor! As a whole, I am NOT one for fitness videos. I find the instructors too perky and annoying (like Denise Austin), even if they do know their stuff. I only bought this one because Fitness Mag tested it to rave results and I have enjoyed kickboxing in the past. Roberts is upbeat, but not too bubbly. Doubt me, watch the instructional portion of the video when she is demonstrating the upper-cut.

2) Great pace! Before my fav local gym closed, I went to the kickboxing classes there. This was a great replacement! And Roberts goes through the moves slowly enough you can get used to the combos without getting overwhelmed.

3) It is so easy to squeeze into your schedule! The way it is set up, you can do one or all three sessions, as time allows.

4) Once you have done it enough times, you can make it a little tougher while she is doing the easier parts by adding moves(like actually punching instead of pivoting) as you go through the motions.

In the few weeks I have been doing it, I have lost inches off my thighs, arms, and hips!