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Oxycise! Level One Video Set [VHS]

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I stumbled onto Oxycise 2 years ago. At the time, I didn't believe it could really produce weight loss, but I thought it sounded GREAT for relieving stress. Well I was wrong . . . and I was right! I was wrong because to my surprise, Oxycise DID help me lose 20 pounds over 8 months, and I've easily kept them off. I was right because it IS a wonderful relaxer & stress reducer. The routine is not difficult, any fitness level can master it, and there are 7(?) videos available, so you won't get bored! Also, Oxycise has a website with a fantastic message board that offers a lot of support for new-comers and old-timers. I recommend this one whole-heartedly!

I have been doing Oxycise! for less than 1 week and can already tell it's working! I am not measuring daily (waiting for the end of the 1st week.) But, I did weigh, and in the first 5 days I have already lost 5 lbs. and my jeans are getting looser (especially that baby pooch area of my tummy!) The video is mediocre but just ignore that and follow along. You'll be glad that you did!

...I am sorry this does not seem to work as well for everyone...but it has been a life saver for me!!! I had injured my knee trying to use a stepping machine for weight loss and gained 35 pounds.....I was 5'7 168 pounds and very unhappy.....I now weigh in at 125 and my abs are solid as a rock....I started losing inches first and then pounds....you have to stick with it everyday...but even missing a few days I have had steady progress....I lost the first 18 pounds in about 3 weeks and continued on from there to where I am now....I have maintained my weight and I feel strong, healthy and energetic! I am SO grateful for this program, as I ended up having knee surgery and this kept me on track with my weight loss in spite of that!!! I intend to check out the higher levels as time goes on....

I say if you will stick to it and not pick it apart for "production quality" you can see serious results....who cares if it's not a "top notch video production"...I just needed the know how to do these exercises!

Go for it!

I received my Oxycise tapes and book yesterday. After watching both videos and checking out parts of her book, I have to say that her program would benefit anyone. It doesn't matter what kind of physical shape you are in, how much you weigh, or how old you are. I liked the idea that she does not use models in her video and that she used a home setting. I found it helpful to see how I could use my own furniture while doing some of the various positions. There is no special equipment or clothing to buy. Jill Johnson shows you how to do all of the positions, gives instructions for her diaphragmatic breathing techniques, and backs it up with information on the health benefits. You won't end up exhausted nor will you suffer from soreness after using the Oxycise Method. It is very gentle and reminds me of yoga which involves endurance and is quite effective.

I absolutely love Oxycise, after only four weeks of doing the breathing everyday I lost 15 pounds! Within the first two weeks, I had gone done two sizes. I was amazed, I had the videos for awhile but hadn't gotten the motivation to really do them. Finally, I was sick of the extra weight I gained from having children so I decided to just go for it. I spoke to the customer service line they provide, and the woman was extremely helpful she told me the key to making it work is breathing with as much force as possible. For everyone that doesn't think this program work, I believe they must be doing the breathing incorrectly. I do the breath throughout my day and although I am at my ideal weight now, I am continuing to get smaller and more toned. It is unbelievable what a change has happened to my face and neck, I look ten years younger. As far as the quality of the tapes, I like the fact that it is regular people doing it, and Jill looks just like an average person herself. It's kind of annoying to workout with a video where the people are professional athletes who you know workout hours on end to get the bodies that they have. This is REAL, and that is the best thing about it.

If you're looking for a workout video that is highly entertaining and has hot models, Oxycise is not for you. The tape looks like it's made in a friend's cabin, with friends as extras.

That stopped mattering to me when I actually tried it. I used to think that ANY workout would work if you did it, and that's true to some extent. But with 15 minutes of breathing and stretching you could even do on your lunch break, Oxycise is extremely convenient and surprisingly effective. I've lost 75 pounds and plenty of inches with Oxycise, going from size 20 to size 10 fairly quickly and without grief, and have experienced several other health benefits including reduced asthma, more flexiblity, more energy... I could keep going, but in a nutshell I've had better success with it than I ever had when I could do "harder" workouts.

I recommend getting to know the "Basic Breath" first since doing it right makes all the difference, by increasing your oxygen intake and working your abs. The director also suggests this in her book (a highly informative read), adding in the positions slowly and moving to the video only when you've practiced for a few days.

If your doctor has told you to avoid impact aerobics, THIS is *THE* workout for you. But even if you can jump up and down till the cows come home, if you want to lose weight and feel trim and healthy, stop jumping and just give Oxycise a try. I recommend it to everyone.

I started using these breathing and isotonic excercises about 2 months ago and I am really amazed at how it has changed my body. It takes a little practice at first to get the hang of the breathing technique, but once you master it, the routine only takes 15 minutes. I have a lot more energy and I've lost 10 pounds, and about 7 inches off various parts of my body. I've dropped almost 2 dress sizes. I feel like this is something I can stick with for a long time. It's well worth the price.

I bought the video for my Mom for Christmas, and we've enjoyed it. The video may not be the most "professionally" produced, but what does it matter? Once you learn how to do the exercises you don't even have to watch the people do them! In fact, you don't have to watch the video at all. You could do them on your own.

Mom and I have not noticed a weight loss, but our abs are more firm and our muscles are being toned. If nothing else, the video is a GREAT relaxer, and it has been a very good investment for us.

I know this program works since I used it to lose 30 pounds after the birth of my first baby. I'm now back on it again to lose a similar amount after the birth of my second baby. (I should have just stayed on it the whole time but that's another story.) I do combine this program with a controlled (not low) carbohydrate way of eating--the Carbohydrate Addicts Diet--but Oxycise is the main reason I'm losing weight and toning up.

Although some people don't sweat when doing the workout, I sweat when doing just about anything, so I do work up a bit of a sweat doing this. There are two keys to this program: The first is to really breathe in and out forcefully--not to the point that it feels strange, but definitely completely fill and completely empty your lungs. The second is to really squeeze and flex your muscles--in some of the positions, nobody can tell you are squeezing and flexing--you have to just do it. You are essestially doing a combination of stretching, aerobics (without the stress) and isotonic exercise here--a quick internet search will reveal the benefits of that. Jill is good at reminding you in the videos, but this is really important. You can't just go through the motions of the positions and expect it to work. There is no quick fix for sustained weight loss, but this is the quickest I've found and you really should be able to spend just 15 minutes a day on your health.

Other benefits I've noticed: increased endurance when walking, gardening, etc.; great help with lower back pain; better skin from all the oxygen; more energy throughout the day; better sleep at night.

I have been doing oxycise for 2 1/2 months now and have gone from a tight size 16 to a snug size 12. I have only lost about 10 pounds but plan on making this program part of my lifestyle. Other benefits include lower blood pressure and a decreased resting pulse rate. I have sooo much more energy!!! I highly recommend these videos!