Customer Reviews

The South Beach Diet Super Charged Workout

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I personally loved this workout. I didn't find it too intense that I couldn't follow it, but I did have to work at keeping up. I personally didn't mind that the warm up was low intensity intervals that have you jogging in place right away as opposed to streching. The cardio segment is only 20 minutes and is divided into low, moderate and high interval with a cool down at the end. With the amount of time, a warm up with streching would have cut into the amount of time you could be burning substantial calories. Not to mention the instructor does give you "recovery" time between the interval exercises when you bring down the pace which I found both refreshing and different. I personally thought the instructor was quite encouraging and motivating. There is a lot of lunges and jumping involved, so if you have weak knees this might be a little stressful for you, however, it is a fun exercise and very doable if you are short on time. I have not tried the other "phase" exercises yet. However, based on the cardio segment alone I give this video 5 stars. I loved it and really am looking forward to using it again and again! The time just flew by for me although I was happy at the end because I did get a good workout! :)

I love "The South Beach Diet Super Charged Workout". I believe using this video along with proper diet and attitude can help transform someone's life! There are some areas that could be improved on this workout DVD. But because I feel it can be such a strong tool, I am giving it 5 stars.

"The South Beach Diet Super Charged Workout" DVD is a supplement to "The South Beach Diet Super Charged" book but can be used as an exercise plan without using the diet. To achieve best results, reading the book is very helpful. The book explains in depth how to maximize fitness results with interval training and core conditioning performed in a short period of time. With this knowledge you can optimize your results with the DVD.

The DVD begins with an introduction from Dr.Agatston in which he explains that new research has shown how interval training in short durations can provide greater benefits than lengthy workouts. The workouts follow the introduction. There is a 20 minute cardio interval training workout and 3 fifteen minute total body workouts to select from. In the book Dr. Agatston uses walking for the cardio training but gives alternatives. In the video the instructor varies exercises using simulated jump roping, lunges etc. Each burst is followed by a recovery period. For example you might do 30 seconds of jumping jacks followed by a 45 second recovery period of marching in place. The 3 total body workouts follow the exercises given in the book and evolve in difficulty from Phase 1 to Phase 3. Agatston also suggests a leisurely walk of 15- 20 minutes on the days you do the total body workout.

What I love about the program is it is so doable. Not many of us can or want to spend a lot of time exercising, so short exercise with maximum results is very desirable. Also the variety of exercises keeps things moving and interesting. Instructor Kris Belding has an easy style that is motivating but not over the top. And if you ever do decide you don't want to listen to her an audio set up option on the DVD allows for music only. I also felt the exercises were very effective. I could really feel my core in Phase 1 and the interval training in the cardio section had me working hard but not so hard that I felt I needed to pass out on the couch!

As much as I love the DVD, there are a few issues with it. The biggest drawback on the DVD is the modifications for beginners. These are not well done. Beginners will have to work out their own modifications on some of these moves, because in some cases the modifications shown are high impact. In the jump rope interval, for example, the woman demonstrating the beginner modification is doing a full out side to side high impact hop/jump! In the book Agatston starts you out on a Phase 1 cardio but on the DVD there is only one cardio choice that is at an intermediate fitness level. This may be to much for beginning exercisers. I think 3 cardio choice levels should have been included on the DVD.

Another critique of the DVD is the setting. It's a large room with a huge picture of the cover of "The South Beach Diet Super Charged" book on the wall. Ummmm, I think a beach setting or a prettier studio setting would be nice.

The DVD also has a bonus section which includes an interview with instructor Kris Belding, an overview of the library of South Beach diet books on the market and South Beach Diet tips to keep you on track.

Overall I have to say I love the DVD. It gets the job done in a short amount of time. Very energizing! Just keep in mind you may have to modify.

~ Lee Mellott

The basic set up of the workout was fine and I didn't find it too challenging in terms of length or many of the movements. However, I have a knee problem and there were too many squat like movements and ones putting most of the weight on a bent knee. I had to give the dvd to my daughter since it is something I cannot use.

I just started the SBD five days ago and purchased this dvd to compliment it. I haven't fully tested the dvd, but Phase 1 exercise is great. It was only 15 minutes but boy I definately felt it in my body especially the core region. I'm thinking this is really going to help me transform my body in the long run.

I was pleased to see this workout DVD available to go along with the South Beach life style. It addresses people in any level of fitness and offers training to increase your own personal fitness performance. I like that it will "kick start" those of us who may have found ourselves on a stubborn weight plateau. It's gratitfying to see your own personal progress as you work through the sections that almost kill you one week and after a few weeks of training become much more managable and even fun. You will definately feel the "burn" with these training DVDs. I don't have time to go to a gym and I appreciate that I can get a good workout on my own time schedule without added expense and equipment.

I have been exercising regularly for quite some time now. I've done Tae Bo and other routines but this DVD is the only one that has actually improved my muscle tone.

Has options to do a "cardio" workout (20 minutes) and/or 3 different "toning" workouts (about 15 minutes each). So you can do as little or as much as you'd like!

I agree with other reviews that the modifications for beginners are essentially non-existent. Best suggestion is to just walk in place or something like that until you catch your breath. The good news is, the more intense intervals don't last that long and you always get at least 15 seconds to recuperate in between. Just amazing what these brief periods of exercise have done for my overall body tone!!!

Worth the $.

South Beach Diet Supercharge Workout DVD is GREAT!!!! I first tried this out prior to purchasing it and after doing bout 10 workouts I started seeing a change in my body and it was more lean and starting to firm up. Even everyone around me noticed and made comments. I think its the combination of cardio, muscle strength with the weight and pilates that helps give an over all workout. I have been working out for 10 years and after doing certain workouts I feel a certain way, well afer doing this workout I still feel the affects of it hours later and my resting heart rate is higher so I know I am burning way more calories hours later. Definitely if you want to see results and get in shape, this is one workout you have to buy.

The workout is alright. I did get a sweat going after 6 minutes of the first 20 minute segment. What I did realize while doing it was you could get the same type of workout by reading a workout magazine's excerpt. It wasn't unique.
The good thing was that my kids found it easy to do with me so if you are looking for a workout to do along side a 3 year old and a 1 year old, this one might work for you for the first 20 minute segment.

I love the workouts on this DVD. The music, instructor, and backround of the book are all great. It's easy enough for beginners yet effective enough for intermediate and advanced. This is all you need for a total body workout..I just started the program, and will have to give you an update in a couple of months. Dr. Agatston A+ to you.









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So far, I've lost 15 of the 20 pounds my Doctor wanted me to lose. This DVD is one of the best! Easy to do and enjoyable, -- it works.
My advice is to buy it right now.
Dave