Customer Reviews

Tone & Sweat With Tonin Cord [VHS]

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This is an absolutely wonderful tape. He starts with a short- five minute EASY warm-up. And then moves right on into the toning. The one I ordered came with the toning cord, and he went through very thorough instructions on how to use it before he even started the work-out. The exercises are GREAT. And he does each one of them first, before starting the reps so that you can see how to do it. I noticed results very quickly, and the next day you can really feel that workout! All in all this is a great great video to have. The toning cord kind of stretched out some, so I switched to ten pound weights and was able to do the same exercises. If you're looking for a toning video that is easy but really gives you the work-out this is the one to get.

This one is quite a challenge for Richard's usual audience, people like me who are not in shape, but it is worth it. It is 35-40 minutes of exercise and 5 minutes that show you how to use the cords. Plenty of short pauses where you can grab some water. Very carpet friendly. Does require getting on the floor to do crunches, so having a mat is good.

I LOVE this video. I have tried other videos, but I guess I am very uncoordinated and could never keep up with the people on the screen. Even with some of Richard Simmons' other videos (like the Disco one), I have scrambled around with arms flying around like an idiot, trying to keep looking at the TV screen every two seconds while trying to keep up with the people on the video. This one is different. It comes with a "tonin' cord" which is really great. I find it easier to use than free weights and much more fun. The warmup and cooldown are both very relaxing and enjoyable. When you are finished, you feel like you got a really good workout. Richard himself is not very annoying during the workout and at times, he is even funny. I find him to be very encouraging without making you feel he is superior to you. He has all body types in his videos, not just skinny blondes. That is the secret to his success, in my opinion. One thing I need to mention is that my tonin' cord developed a hole in it after about a year and half of regular use (approx. 3x or per week) and although it is still "usable", I felt that it would be hazardous to continue using it. I have gone on Richard's website and purchased a replacement cord for $9.95. I would recommend this video and tonin' cord to anybody who wants an easy and fun way to tone up.

I loved this workout. I am NOT a graceful person and I found this very easy to follow. And I FELT it the next day!