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Navy Seal 11 Minute Fitness System [VHS]

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In this set of video tapes, you will find a system of five 11-minute workouts that save your time and produce well-balanced results. There is an upper body workout, abdominal workout, back & biceps workout, and a lower body(legs) workout. Each one takes no more than 11 minutes to complete (if you do them at a normal pace). The workouts have you do various types of exercises that condition a specific area of the body.

If you are a busy person without much extra time for physical fitness, this program is a lifesaver. By the time your friends are halfway to the gym, you will have already finished your workout. Scott is not a great public speaker, but at least he knows physical fitness. I ordered and watched the whole video and put it on the front and back of a piece of paper and try to do at least one of the workouts six days a week, no matter where I am. (I'm a seal wanna-be)

Not included in this workout is the fact that you should run and swim on alternate days for 15-45 minutes. Doing this aerobic exercise at the end of the 11 minute workout will reduce the soreness that most beginners will experience the next day. Running and swimming abilities play a major part in SEAL fitness and any workout lacking them would be deficient.

On the video the only equipment Scott Helvenston and his wife use are a basic curl bar for lat rows, dumbells for bicep curls, and a dip/pullup bar. These are only used on one of the workouts (back and biceps), and you could substitute household items if you do not have access to the equipment.

If you are hoping to become a SEAL, this is a good basic toning and maintenance workout, but you would have to progress far past this to succeed in training. See "The Complete Guide To Navy Seal Fitness" (12 weeks to BUD/s workout) by Stuart Smith or a similar book if you are really serious about SEAL training.

A previous reviewer gave this video set a poor ranking because it was, 'Not as good as the "Navy Seal Workout Challenge Video."' Having done both videos and other SEAL workouts too, I would say that it depends on your needs. The other video takes something like 60 minutes to complete the one workout and covers mostly the upper body calisthenics with plenty of stretching for the legs. You can't beat the "Navy Seal 11 Minute Fitness System" if you are looking for a quick workout that you can stick with over the long haul.

This is a totally awesome workout system which is great for anyone from a beginner to a pro. Its more made for a pro, but if your a beginner you could just start out doing a less number of exercises and work your way up. You'll definitely see results quick. I felt results the next day! And you dont have to have any weights to do a majority of the workouts. A few do use a barbell and a dumbell and another piece of equipment, but it can be done without it. But having the eqiupment is a definite plus which you can get inexpensively at any sports store.

I almost didn't buy this video because of a poor review, but I'm glad I did. The video delivers what it promises- 5 different (and hard)11 minute workouts. Each workout also includes a few stretches. The picture quality is good and there is a little background music. The video is filmed on a beach and Scott and his wife do the exercises. Scott is talking through most of it, either to explain how to do the exercise or to encourage the viewer. He likes to say the pain is good. The workouts might be short but if you do them you will feel it.

I bought this tape along with "The Navy SEAL Workout Challenge" and I liked "The Navy SEAL Workout Challenge" a lot better. This tape is not fun to follow. It didn't keep me motivated like The Navy SEAL Workout Challenge. I think it's a waste of money.

I bought this video hoping to get a variety of different work outs in a short amount of time. The video is so poorly shot plus he messes up all the time and can't think of things to say. It is ridiculous that they allowed him to even make a video. It is basically just watching him do sit-ups and push-ups on the beach, nothing anybody couldnt do without the aid of this video. Also, for almost all of the arm workouts they use equipment, like a pull up bar and other things, which I do not have and it was not suggested to have these on the box, I had no idea those would be required they just brought them out all of the sudden. THis video is ridiculous nobody should buy it!

This workout series contains two video routines, one for the upper body (chest, abs, back, and arms) and the second for the lower body (legs). These routines are short (11-15 minutes) and very intense. These shorter workouts are the key to training consistency. I have all of Scott Helvenston's workout videos and I feel that the 11 Minute Fitness System contains some of his hardest routines. The Upper Body Blast and leg workouts are very challenging and will definitely push you to your limits.

The following equipment will be needed for the workouts: pull-up bar, dip bars or chair, and weights. The weights are used for some of the back and arm exercises. Resistance bands are a convenient substitute for weights. This routine requires more accessory equipment than any of his others and may be a concern for those with limited space or a tight budget.

The overall production quality is adequate but could have been better. The workouts should have been formated for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. When the exercises are conducted, the number of repetitions to be performed are not clearly stated. You must follow along and stop when he stops. Also, on some of the leg workouts, more reps are performed for one leg than the other and the number of reps differ for repeated sets.

With that being said, this is still a great routine and I would not hesitate to recommend it and all of Scott Helvenston's other workouts. They are an excellent way to achieve improved fitness. Helvenston's physical appearance and enthusiasm will motivate you to succeed. The short comings in this series were evidently addressed and later corrected in his subsequent releases.

(My sincere regards to the Helvenston family for their loss. Scott lived and died the life of a warrior.)