Customer Reviews

Light Aerobics and Stress Reduction Program [VHS]

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Background: I'm a professional in my late 30's 5'9, 160lbs. Not in perfect shape but not uncomfortably overweight at this time, though I was in the past. I've owned this video since it first came out in the mid 80's. This video can appeal to the rock-bottom beginners because there are participants who show you how to move at a slower pace, and intermediate aerobicizers who can follow Jane. The camera work is excellent. Rarely shows close-up "face shots" and always shows the routine so you don't get lost. Jane is also excellent at telling you what you should be doing. Although I have several other videos (Denise Austin and some of the others) this still remains my favorite over the years. As I've increased my stamina, I will go through the first three sets and then rewinde back to the second set doing the second and third set a second time. I highly recommend it for beginners and intermediates!

This video is not only perfect for beginners, it is also for fit people that are very stressed. The music and clothing (they all wear pastel shades) are stress-free. The steps are not frustrating at all, which is most important. I love the workout for days I don't want to have to concentrate and still have a good time. It is short, only 20 minutes or slightly longer. Then is a 20 minute stretch which is alone worth keeping the video for if you've outgrown the aerobic section. After the stretch (which feels great on tense neck & shoulders) there is a voice relaxation section where you lay on the floor, and just listen to Jane. I never do that part, so I can't comment on it. If you like Jane Fonda workouts or ever feel the need to destress in 40 minutes, you've got to try this one!

The Light Aerobics Video is exactly what someone needs that wants to shape up, but not fall out. It gives you just the right amount of activity without making you exhausted when you are overweight. These days, the girls are expecting too much, but Jane is the BEST! Please get the video back on the market!

I like 99% of Jane's exercise tapes. This one is pretty good but not one of her bests. The stretching feels good. The aerobics part is pretty good. At least it is good for a 57 year old women. Probably not challenging enough if you are younger and more active.

There is a relaxation section at the end where you stress and then relax certain body parts. I have heard this on several audio tapes I have and for some reason I just don't like that approach. I guess when I am trying to relax I do not want to tense up body parts before I relax them. I get bored.

This is a good tape just not excellent like some of her others. I wish she would make more recent tapes because the leotards with matching socks are just too old fashion. Just can't believe we use to wear those outfits but I know I did. I think I had a dozen colored socks to go with my colored leotards!

My mom had this tape and wore it out so she had to buy another one.This is split up into three parts.20 minutes of fat burning aerobics,20 minutes of relaxing stetch,and the 10 minutes of it is a stress reduction sequence as you lay down and close your eyes when jane talks all the stress out of you.
This is a great tape to do on days when I am stressed out to the max or having cramping and muscle pains.This tape burns fat with fun easy to follow aerobics.Improve flexibility and makes you feel great with the stretches.The stress reduction is a great way to end the workout.This tape is a must have for people who are beginning an exercise program and who are stressed out.If you like this you will definately like Jane Fonda`s Yoga.

This is an all time favorite of mine and I recently ran into a young woman where I work who actually knows who Jane Fonda is AND uses her videos. Jane enlisted talented exercise physiologists to create these videos - they're not the most modern but they are timeless. This particular video is great for people just starting to exercise, getting over an injury or surgery. Once you're feeling better, you can ramp it up with more movement. The exercisers hehind Jane in this video represent the pregnant, the older woman, the token guy : ) and women who can really pour it on. The real reason I ordered this VHS tape was because the other one wore out after about 5 years of frequent use. This particular program is on a DVD with another JF exercise program but that was much more expensive. This will work just fine.

This exercise tape is my favorite. I owned it for over 10 years before it finally broke. Luckily it was still available to order, and I was able to get a new copy. This tape is not meant for those who are "perfectly" fit, but for those who want to exercise without over-doing it. It has several different sections where you can do as little as one, or all of them depending on what you're ready for. It has good upbeat music, and some dance steps that really make it fun. Basically if you are a begginer to intermediate level of fitness, this is the tape for you.

My mom quite smoking so I thought I would fill a gift bag with items to "reduce stress" besides smoking. So I saw this video and bought it. I didn't realize that people my parents age hate Jane Fonda for what she did to those poor soldiers in the war. I was so embarrassed. My mom has never watched this and neither have I.