Product Details

• Format: Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Live / Artisan
• VHS Release Date: May 16, 2000
• Run Time: 60 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 1568121407
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #148,194 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

The Firm Basics: Abs, Buns & Thighs Workout targets body parts that are coined as "trouble spots" for many exercise enthusiasts. This 45-minute area-specific training session works the abdominals, gluteus, quadriceps, calves, and hamstrings. The series begins with ab crunches and flows with smooth transitions into leg work without a hitch. No time is wasted here as lunges, squats, and abduction (leg lifts that train the outer thighs) are performed. Some lower-body movements are simultaneously done with bicep curls and tricep extensions. These dual movements can create an aerobic training effect (which is a great metabolism boost). Short (two to four minutes) cardio sets, which are spliced between the intensive strength training, help alleviate muscle fatigue while elevating the heart rate. This program should be approachable for beginners and challenging enough for die-hards because students determine their own dumbbell weight (a good starter set of weights for women would be 3, 5, and 8 pounds, and for men 5, 10, and 15 pounds). All participants will need a 14- to 17-inch step and a wooden dowel (a broom will suffice in place of the dowel). These basic exercises are a fantastic foundation for increased strength and muscle tone, but more importantly they are safe and effective. --Olivia Voigts

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and Interesting .., April 30, 2000

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"jaylinii" (Jacksonville, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Firm Basics: Abs Buns & Thighs Workout [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I just recently started using the Firm Basics videos. I've tried to use
workout videos before and have quickly lost interest in them. All three of
the Firm Basics videos are great, but this one is my favorite. It's easy to
follow and fun to do. Oh, and I started seeing a difference in my body shape
after my 2-3 Firm Basic workout. I saw big difference after 10 workouts. And
at the end of one month I'd lost two sizes. I'd recommend this and any of
the other Firm Basic videos for anyone who want to start getting back into
shape.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Starters, August 12, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Firm Basics: Abs Buns & Thighs Workout [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I have been totally out of shape for about 4 years and I just started again and am using the Firms basic series and for a beginner its great. I found the instructions not too difficult to follow and the motivational talk at the end of the tape great. While it may not be the best tape for an advadced user, I find it to be a challenge and am always proud when I finish. I can feel the results already and it has been only a about 2 weeks. I would highly suggest these tapes to some one trying to start working out, and I enjoy this tape the best it really makes your problem areas work hard.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very motivating workout . I love it, May 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Firm Basics: Abs Buns & Thighs Workout [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is an excelent tape Stacey Millner-Collins does an excelent job of keeping you motivated. the Tape is over before you even realize it. It is very good for beginners or if you want to exercise a little lighter some days. To make it tougher just add weights.