Customer Reviews

Prevention Fitness System - Personal Training

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I always love it when Prevention release another workout because I get bored easy and I like to mix workouts up. I've loved all of the other Prevention workouts and knew I'd love this too. Chris Freytag leads again and does another superb job. There are two aerobic routines and five targeted toning workouts. The dvd is programmable so you can do them in any order and do as many or as little as you want. That's a big plus so you don't get bored or pushed for time. You can choose whether you need to lose weight or just firm up etc. If, for example, you pick that you need to lose weight, there is a six day week with the routines mapped out for you already. That is so helpful. The moves are all basic no frills moves, but they are effective. The first cardio section is low impact and the second is a variety of low and higher impact moves making it just that little bit harder. The body parts are all the ones you want to workout; arms, butt, abs and thighs. All you really need for this dvd is dumbells and a lot of energy. This is so easy to do due to the programming, so there really is no excuse for not working out. This can be done by practically anyone.
I also love how the other two girls exercising as well, aren't the kinds that yell and shout etc. They are as professional as Chris.

I love this work out!!! The routine only takes a few times to catch on in the cardio A & B so don't worry about getting discouraged like other routines when you are falling over your own feet trying to keep up. I have lost weight utilizing the cardio and mixing and matching the other targeted areas. I have been using this DVD for 1 month now and highly recommend it.

I like that you can customize your workout or use a pre programed one. There is the option of only having music and no talking which is nice. The cardio segments are about 13 minutes each and the toning segments are about 5. There is a total toning segment and it is about 10 minutes. The cardio didn't get my heart beat elevated like some other dvds I have. The toning segments had good exercises, but my muscles didn't feel tired after doing them. I think this dvd is geared more towards beginners.

Great program. Easy to follow. Segments can be customized or choose a pre-set program. I'm an older woman and found this program to be "do-able."

This is the perfect video for me! I read Chris's book when it came out and did her move to lose videos and lost 30 pounds in a few short months. Everything she has to say just makes sense to me and it is easy to follow. I live in Phoenix, so it is hard for me to do any excercise outside right now in the 100 degree heat. I just recently got this video and love using it daily. I am able to customize my workout and do it at a level that works for me. Chris is so motivational and I feel so energized and happy when I am finished working out with her. I am so thankful to her for helping me get back in shape!

I own all 5 of Preventions Fitness Program DVD's and I am very pleased with all of them. Chris Freytag does a great job of keeping you motivated and upbeat while working out to her videos. She also has two other women that workout with her, one does a lower impact for beginners, the other a higher impact for more advanced workouts - they do a great job!

I recently purchased her "Walk to Fitness" DVD and highly recommend this one. If you are unable to get out of your house for a brisk walk, I would recommend this DVD. There are three segements on walking - Accelerated, Strength Training and Cardio. They all make you break a sweat, sometimes I combine two of them together and work out for an hour - gets my blood pumping and makes me feel great!

I also have the Express Workout: Dance It Off DVD w/ Jenifer Galardi, she also does a great job in getting your heart pumping. Good dancing segments - good cardio workouts. This DVD is a nice change from pumping iron and streching routines. It makes you feel really upbeat!

The key for me to staying is shape is doing a variety of workouts - whether following an instructor on a DVD, using an elliptical machine, using a trendmill, taking brisk walks outside, going to the gym, etc., etc. Just keep moving - its great for your heart, as well as your looks!

I travel for work, so I often rely on fitness DVDs to help me stay in shape. I've only been working out seriously for a few months, and this DVD is definitely too easy for me. There are 2 cardio workouts, 5 toning work outs, a warm up, a cool down, and an all over toning workout. This seems great, but when you actually look at the details, you'll see that the cardio workouts are only 13 minutes each, and the toning workouts are only 5 minutes each. So when you actually look at the pre-set workouts (without warm up and cool down), you're only getting about 20 minutes of real exercise.

I would say this is a good DVD if you've never exercised or you are really out of shape. But even if you've been exercising for a little while, you'll probably find it too easy. I strongly recommend The method cardio bootcamp, or 10 minute solutions carb burner, or 10 minute solutions pilates. All three of these videos will give you the ability to choose your workouts or combine smaller segments into a longer workout. If you're looking for a good toning workout, try Self Bikini Ready Fast.

I love the way this video allows you to pick your own routine for that day! Chris is so motivating and pleasant to listen to... she keeps you going without confusing you or being over-the-top! Some days you only have time to do a little and some days you feel like doing a lot... this video works for any mood you are in or any time constraint you are under! I also like that you can work different areas of your body and have cardio workouts - all on one DVD!

Good for a beginner or intermediate. You can mix and match the workouts or choose from preprogrammed workouts. There are 2 cardio segments, one is low impact, the other is more "kickboxing" flavor. The toning segments are split into different body parts, and there is a 10 minute full body toning segment. I like to do that one with one of the cardio segments for a quick 30 minute workout. It's great!

I have not done any sort of exercise other than the treadmill for a couple of years. I was concerned that this would be not only too hard but would make me too sore. But, because of the way you can mix and match work outs, it has been great. I just follow the "beginner" recommended version of each work out and have done really well with minimal soreness. I Love the Menu system which makes it very east to get going without having to fast forward through a preamble each day. I would recommend this program for anyone looking to change up their work out each day and still work the entire body. It is great all the way up through advanced Intermediate.