Customer Reviews

Core Rhythms Dance Exercise Program Starter Package 4-DVD Set

5 star:		(26)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(8)

 

 

The European women aren't near as annoying as the Denise Austin type. Yeah, they're dancers and they're in good shape, but that's to be expected. They could do this blindfolded, with a broken ankle and look better than I do. But that doesn't have to discourage anyone.

I think they teach you just like any other aerobics class. Slow for a couple steps, then to tempo. The steps I've seen aren't outlandish, though some I couldn't do the first time. I'm not coordinated and don't look good doing it. But I also don't have a problem shutting myself in a room and laughing occasionally.

If you want to get a nice workout, that's different than your normal run-of-the-mill at home fitness videos, this is a good option. It's neat how they work the abs into the cardio routine.

I'm not sure if it's worth 45$ though (that's a month subscription to my gym!).

I think some of the bad reviews on the video are just personal frustrations. The video is nicely produced and coreographed. They're good leaders. The music is made to go with the routine perfectly. You can alternate between front and back views. If the "Latin" dvd is too hard, you can try the others. You can skip scenes. And there's an express workout too.

I love these workouts. They are high impact but a lot of fun. You actually feel like you're dancing instead of working out and the "help" section is very useful. If you have a problem with some of the footwork, you switch to "help", and then they slowly take you through the exact steps to achieve the correct footwork. If you join the club you do pay a fortune for the initial starter package DVD, but the other DVDs are reasonably priced.

I love this workout! With the full workout (about 40 min) it goes by really fast and I'm sweating like crazy half way through. The quick workout (20 min) is really great if you don't have a lot of time. There isn't really any instruction, but at any time you can use the "help" and they will show you how to do the move and then it goes right back to the spot you were at. It did take me a couple of times before I was coordinated with it, but I don't get bored of it and it's fun!

I enjoy this DVD. I think this is one of the programs that helped me slim down a bit. In July 2007, I wore size 14 jeans and now I can fit in a size 8. The combination of cardio to burn fat and the dance moves in this program would really trim down the waistline. I sweat a lot after I'm done with the full workout and just a light sweat from the 20 min.routine. This program mixed with Turbo Jam, Rebounding, Speed Intervals, different kinds of Strength Training routines, yoga/pilates, etc. and sensible eating gave me results over time.

In the 40 min. routine, I still can't do the "moving figure 8". But that doesn't stop me from having this as part of my rotation. I would just do that move in place. Any move that I can't exactly copy, I just keep 'circling' my hips. I also exaggerate the moves as they recommend. Yeah, I look silly but that's the beauty of working out at home, no one sees me. When I do either the 20 min. or 40 min. routine, I don't feel the need to add any ab workout anymore since it's already there unlike my other cardio routines (except for Turbo Jam). To mix things up, this will be a good addition to your exercise DVD collection.

I only have the starter pack and as soon as I received it, I called and cancelled the membership so I wouldn't receive anymore DVDs. I like variety so 1 set for this program is plenty.

I bought this after seeing it on tv. I got the starter pack and the sculpting pack (Lower Body Sculpt, Latin Cardio Jam, and Secret to Sexy Abs). I must say, I have a blast doing these and use the dvd's 3 to 4 times a week, usually before I do some strength training.

The Kick Start dvd will teach you the basic moves and steps that are the fundamentals for the rest of the dvds. Once you learn these steps, you won't use this dvd BUT this kickstart is necessary to learn how to do the moves CORRECTLY. If you don't do the moves correctly, you won't feel the burn or get any benefits from them.

The Full Workout (45 min.) and Quick Workout (20 min.)dvds are fun cardio workouts. They are good for getting you in basic shape and if you are in a hurry. I used these a lot in the beginning but hardly use them now because I really like their sculpt ones the best.

The beginner set comes with a Latin Dance Made Easy and I can't comment on this because I have not tried it. My hubby just thinks this is silly and won't try to learn it with me.

Now onto the good stuff:

Lower Body Sculpt: It's only 25 minutes long but it is effective!! You can easily squeeze this workout in before going to work but beware - you will work up a sweat. I did not think this was going to be that much of a cardio workout but it is, you're doing the merengue and samba in this workout. I'm relatively sweaty after doing this. It involves a lot of lunges and squats (timed to music while constantly moving your arms) so beware if you have knee problems. I do this DVD every few days and I have begun to notice my legs are getting so much stronger, firmer and more toned. I haven't noticed my legs bulking up either which is always a concern of mine. I just really enjoy this workout and I think Jaana is a really effective instructor (she is ACE certified btw.).

Latin Cardio Jam: (30 min.) This is a cardio workout and it did work up a sweat. I'm not a big fan of Julia because she seems to have disproportionately short legs and for some reason that bothers me when watching her do the dance moves. (I like Jaana much better) However, once I got over that, this workout was a lot of fun. It has the merengue, samba and swing and I think the swing is my favorite because it was the hardest for me and made me feel like I was part of a broadway show. This is great for days when you're legs are sore from all the lunges in the Lower Body Sculpt.

Secret to Sexy Abs - This is a good dvd but you really need to make sure you know the proper way to perform the moves. I would not attempt this dvd until you have done the others and feel comfortable with the "bouncing" ab motion. Once you have that motion down, this becomes a nice ab workout.

Overall, I have been really happy with this set and have found that I look forward to the workouts and often will find ways to squeeze them in even when I didn't plan on doing them on a particular day.

Beware. If you call to order this product, you will have to go through a 20 minute ordeal in which you are offered other products over and over. Also, My brand new DVDs kept skipping throughout and the sound would go off regularly. Very poor quality. I was appalled. I couldn't even use it. As for the instruction itself, it's mediocre. The concept is great, but the execution is not so appealing. The music is boring. The sets are boring and the interaction between the instructors and the audience is forced.

This is one of my favorite exercise DVDs of all time - and I've tried pretty much every brand, type of exercise, and instructor on the market. I'm not coordinated by nature, and I agree the routines can be a bit intimidating at first - it took me at least a dozen viewings before I felt confident of my ability - but that's one reason I loved the program. I like to be challenged and learn new things, so it's incredibly satisfying to practice and improve. Now I have a blast working out, and I feel like I've learned some hot dance moves in the process. I look forward to working out every day, which is a FIRST for me. The instructors, Jaana and Julia, are outstanding - their enthusiasm is contagious, and the instruction is very helpful, particularly with the extra "Help" sections offered. Don't be afraid of a fun challenge - if you are bored with the same old calisthenics and predictable routines, Core Rhythms is spectacular and so much fun!

I didn't like this workout the first couple of times I tried it, but it is because, as some of the other reviewers mention, they aren't the very best at giving instruction. I felt like I just wasn't getting it and it was making me feel very frustrated. But you'd have trouble too if English wasn't your first language! What I do love is the two ladies' enthusiasm and spirit in the workout. Plus, what a great way to get excellent abs without having to lie on the floor and do crunches that hurt your neck and are boring! I found that, much like most dance/cardio type of workouts I try, I just had to do this a few times before I started learning to do the steps without even watching them anymore. So if you are frustrated by the lack of instruction, just don't give up. Keep on trying, and before you know it you will know the workout like the back of your hand. And then you will really look forward to doing it because of the inches you will be losing off your waist! I am very glad I bought this workout!

Watch out. I ordered it once from the official site. They will try to trick you into buying something else. They will guide you to put all credit card information and recommend you a one-click offer at last. There is no turning back. I emailed them when I mistakenly click to accept the offer. They reply and said they had already processed and wouldn't accept a return on that bottle of diet pills. They said it was on sale but I checked on that. They charge double the market price. You should be careful. It will be Dytrexil Hoodia Gordonii. They offerred it at 29.90. Chech this out. http://www.dytrexil.com/Order.htm

This product is terrible. It's hard to understand what the blonde chick is saying, they start dancing and when they want to change a step they dont really let you know they do not do the countdown like any other teaching program, it was very dissapointing. The Music is aweful. Then if you buy it through their own website beware of clicking on products you do not want, there is no remove item buttons, it was insane, I ended up with 3 orders. The only good thins is that they will give you your money back.