Customer Reviews

Quick Fix - Pre Natal Workout

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After the birth of my first child I worked out religiously, but once I hit my target size and weight I stopped. When I got pregnant again recently I was really disappointed in myself that I'd quit working out because as any pregnant woman knows, you can't leap into heavy exercise if you've been inactive. I knew I had to start exercising again because I wanted to be fit and healthy for the entire pregnancy and delivery, as well as afterwards. I looked around for a pre-natal workout and nothing really turned me on until I saw this one. I can say that after only a few workouts it's the perfect video for someone like me!

Despite chasing my toddler around all day, it still isn't really "exercise." This video is broken down into three 10-minute segments which you can do in any order you want. I prefer to do all three at once, and try to do them every other day. On my non-video days I walk because there really isn't much cardio on this video. However, that isn't a bad thing because these workouts really target certain "trouble" areas. The first segment is lower body, with things like squats (using a chair for support). The second segment is upper body, and they use filled water bottles for resistance. I prefer to use 5 lb. hand weights but it's just a personal preference. I need more weight to feel like I'm actually working my arms. The third segment is floor work, including abdominal work without actually lying on your back! The time goes by really fast, you don't feel worn out at all, and the instructor is not annoying which really is important.

The only reason I gave this video 4 stars instead of 5 was because she does not stretch you out before or after. She'll do tiny intermittent stretches between some exercises, but I believe that you need to stretch before and/or after working out, especially when pregnant and your body is more sensitive. I was hoping for some advice/suggestions on how to safely stretch while pregnant, but that wasn't a part of the video.

Overall however, if you have been inactive for a long period of time and want to get your preggo body going, this is a great way to start. It's not difficult, it targets important areas, and the instructor is great. If you're looking for something with lots of cardio however, this isn't the video to get. Remember to always talk to your doctor about starting an exercise program if you are pregnant.

This video won't by itself keep you in shape during pregnancy, but it's a BIG help. Each 10 minute workout is easy to learn, challenging and fun to do. I got up early at least 5 mornings per week starting at 4 1/2 months right up until a few days before I delivered to do at least one, if not all three, of the segments, before going to work. It was a great way to start my day.

Nancy Pop is an excellent trainer - calm and encouraging in a non-irritating way. I looked at a lot of pre-natal exercise videos before choosing this one and was not at all disappointed. I was able to go at my own pace and felt great and stronger after each workout.

While you still need to be disciplined with your diet, and walking or another form of cardio exercise is important, this video is an easy and fun way to stay in shape during this important part of your life. In the end I gained only 30 pounds, and had no trouble getting back in shape after my baby was born. I also recommend their post-natal workout video.

This video features 3 ten minute toning segments (core, upper and lower body) for beginnner/moderate exercisers. If you've taken a lot of time off because of fatigue or other pregnancy related issues, or aren't a fitness fan, this video will help you stay toned. You'll have to supplement with cardio of course, to keep up your endurance and keep weight off, but strength training is just as important. All of the women featured are fit with just a tiny perfect belly, which is probably intended to be inspiring, but makes me want to slap them instead. I'd like to see at least one pleasantly plump woman sweating with the rest. Who really only gains 20 pounds anyway?
Enough ranting-see Kathy Smith's pregnancy video or Leisa Hart's fit mama for some good cardio choices.

As a busy mother of 2 young children, I have found that 3 ten minute workouts are much easier to fit into my day than a 30 minute block. This tape consists mostly of strength training exercises, but they are paced quickly enough to get the heart rate up as well. The FitMama workout or just plain walking are great ways to get in cardio, if you feel you need it. This video is probably not challenging enough for a fitness buff, but for those of us just looking to fit in some sort of activity each day, I highly recommend it. Quick Fix has kept me energized and helped me keep my weight gain in check throughout this pregnancy. However, the most dramatic and surprising benefit for me has been the total elimination of the sciatica I had been experiencing not only in this pregnancy, but in the two prior. So if you're battling back pain, trying to squeeze in fitness between errands, or just want a solid workout that is gentle enough for your newly rounded body, this one is a winner!

I'm a 20 year old mom to be with bad back problems and I stand all day in my workplace so that in itself is a workout! I bought this video yesterday a little skeptical at first. But after trying it right after work I feel more energized and better about my body already. I absolutely love this instructor and hope that I can find some of her other stuff for after my baby. I'm a serial workout tape collector and my collection usually ends up collecting something of it's own...dust! And while I will only be able to use this while pregnant it's still worth the money and I would totally reccomend it to other pregnant friends in the future.

I really like how the instructor makes you feel like your body is special and beautiful even though you feel like a beached whale. I hope that this tape will help me to have a quicker recovery period and maybe even get back to my old shape sooner!

I bought this and used it only maybe twice. The work out is good, if you can follow it. The music is cheesy and outdated.

I like this exercise DVD. It is short enough to do on the week days after work but it also gives you a good workout while your pregnant.

* Get a great pre-natal or post-natal workout-in just ten minutes or less! Both of these terrific videos contain three ten-minute micro-workouts that are designed to strengthen, tone, and reinforce the muscle groups that change during and after pregnancy.Pre-Natal Workout - Helps expectant moms stay in shape and prepare for delivery. Each of the three segments offers a different focus, so you can do one at a time or all three together:
Segment 1: Toning the legs and hips
Segment 2: Strengthening the upper body and improving posture
Segment 3: Strengthening abdominals and concentrating on breathing.
* Post-Natal Workout - Helps new moms get back into shape, while easing mental and physical stress. Each segment focuses on a specific body area that changes during pregnancy:
Segment 1: Toning the back and arms
Segment 2: Strengthening the lower body
Segment 3: Tightening the abdominal and lower back. Each video runs about 35 minutes.

I am 37 years old and 5 months pregnant with my 3rd child. I have exercised all my life though not always consistently. I just started this workout and completed all 3 workouts in one session and felt great afterwards. I have only been walking 3 to 4 times a week prior to receiving this DVD. My arms and legs were sore the next day but not too sore to move. I used 4lb weights in place of the water bottles she uses and had no problems finishing each exercise. The workout is lead by Nancy Popp who if any of you are Weight Watchers alumni... she leads the 3 pack of Weight Watcher DVD workouts. Obviously she is pregnant in this DVD and is clear and concise with directions as in her other videos. I don't find her annoying like Denise Austin or some of the others. I will continue to workout to this DVD along with the Erin O'Brien Prenatal fitness fix. You can see my review for that DVD as well. I am happy with both purchases. They were both worth the money spent. I will be in better shape for labor and will hopefully fend off gaining a lot of weight this pregnancy!

I have been taking prenatal yoga classes and this dvd is a exactly what it's titled - it's a quick fix of prenatal yoga classes. I wish that it came with the necessary yoga equipment but this plus a mat and ball would make an excellent pregnancy gift for expectant mothers!