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Thighs of Steel 2 [VHS]

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This is a very effective workout for your thighs. However, keep in mind that this is actually a strength-training workout that uses your own body weight as resistance and uses a lot of exercises that isolate certain muscles. The only time cardio is actually used is in the beginning as a warm-up.
I've been doing weight training and cardio routinely since the beginning of the year. I've been giving my legs extra attention within the past few weeks and have really noticed results by incorporating this workout with the other stuff I do.
Also form is very important with any exercise you do, so make sure you are using proper form with this workout. ABDOMINALS IN!!! Also, make sure you have a slight bend in the supporting leg (knee) during the standing exercises--never fully extend the knee!!! Otherwise, you won't have good balance and you risk injuring yourself.
GOOD LUCK!

This is a very effective workout.I have done a lot of the steel videos,and have enjoyed a lot from the series.I have never done thighs of steel 1,but I have done this one.I think it is awasome,all you have to do is grag a chair for balance and to do the sitting exercises.Lisa leads you through very hard but effective legs segments the are cool and controlled.
I sure was sweating after this video.Lile I do after almost all of my videos.This video targets the buns,hips,legs and especially the thighs.You will definately see results with this tape as well.Leisa Hart is very clear and cues well.

Without the warmup, it lasts about 40 minutes, and has three types of workout 1. Standing with a chair for balance, 2. Sitting, and 3. Lying down with heels on chair. There are lots of reps and the exercises are really hard, but if done with diligence and concentration can really produce results ie definition. One of the other reviewers mention it strains the knees, but I've had no problem with this (you have to really focus on putting weight on heels, not toes, so that knees don't go over the toeline). Also, I'd recommend doing this video AFTER doing abs work, so that the stomach is already taut and will support the body better while doing these exercises. I most definately recommend this video - its really effective. If you can get over the fact that its 40 minutes long and pretty difficult you'll really find that your legs feel firmer and more toned.

This Video is ok, but I wouldn't use it more than twice a week. Most of the excercises strain the knees if you aren't careful. It left me sore for a few days after, and I've been doing step aerobics and running for 7 years.