Customer Reviews

Richard Simmons and the Silver Foxes

5 star:		(18)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

First, Simmons wears a sweat suit, much better than the tank top and shorts of his other stuff. The pace isn't so fast that you can't figure out what's going on or keep up. If you haven't worked out in a while, it's a way to get moving again. It gets the pulse up but isn't so bad that you think you are going to die. Also none of this no pain no gain and feel the burn nonsense. The excerise part is about 40 minutes, including 20 of cardio. You should know (cause these things never tell you) that you should have at least 8 by 8 feet of room. You can do it in less if you take small steps. You also need a tall back chair with no sides. Although I made do with a sort of tall back office chair with arms. I was pleased that I didn't aggravate my chronic shoulder and back problems.

I was just a little disappointed with this DVD. First, the introductions are way too long! It takes a while to actually start the workout. Second, the music is not the Golden Oldies I expected. And the workout is more exercise than dance which is more what I expected from Richard Simmons. That said, it is a good workout, and it is fun to see the parents of different movie stars. Plus, the DVD really gives you a lot. Not only is there the workout with Richard Simmons, but then you have workouts led by the Silver Foxes. At 58, I think this DVD is a little "tame" for me, but I use it when I'm not feeling very energetic.

I really enjoyed this exercise program. Richard Simmons really does a good job. If you haven't exercised in a while or if you're a senior this is a excellent dvd. I'm using it for my church exercise class which targets 50 and up. We used it today for the first time and everyone liked it better than anything else we have used. It's not so fast that someone older can't keep up and it's not so slow that it's boring for someone younger. Everyone also commented on the background music and how much they liked it. I thought it was paced just right and I'm 48 and have been active all my life. I also enjoyed exercising with my Mom who is 70.

the best low impact aerobics tape for seniors. this is a very limited field. seniors have special needs and richard simmons has found a way to address these needs with strenghthening exercizes and also at the end very helpful exercizes to sooth and relax the older senior.

This video has changed my life. I want to purchase this for my friends but can't find it anywhere. Please, please, make this video available again!!

This vidio has been a mainstay for me and many of my friends for many years and we would like to see a similar one updated soon. I'm 70 years old.

I purchased this DVD as a replacement for a VCR that has been used for years with a group of seniors at our church. They love it. It is gentle and yet works all areas of the body. Those who have consistently attended the sessions are in great health & condition. Most of them are in their 70's.

I'm running it on a laptop. There are some jerky movements but the musical background is alright. On my winter vacation in Texas we, as a group, used it weekly fron Monday thru Friday in the recreation hall. It is a very good DVD. I introduced it to my daughter-in-law when I returned home. She is a member in a health club and she said that Richard Simmons has done a good job with this DVD. I tried to order a CD last summer but couldn't get it so I reordered it on a DVD. Thank you.

I knew what was on this DVD when I ordered it, still it was more satisfactory in this form than my old VHS tape. I heartily recommend it to any and all seniors who want to keep limber and feeling tip top. The energy level is a big factor at 77! I don't want to lose it.

I am 65,100 lbs overweight, diabetic with high blood pressure and I hate any form of exercise including walking on the even the most lovely day. I started this DVD this week and love it. The exercises are not too hard or too long or too fast. I can do it and feel encouraged to stick with it. If you are a exercise nut, even as a senior, this probably isn't for you, too easy BUT for a beginner like me it is HEAVEN. This is one that I will stick with which is amazing for me. I only wish there was a part B for when I have gotten more in shape. Thanks Richard. Please do more for seniors, you have the touch.