Customer Reviews

You On A Diet Workout

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No weights; no jumping around; not a lot of space needed. You don't even need to wear your shoes. Three different levels at about 20 minutes each make this exercise program so do-able. The exercises tone, strengthen and stretch you and make you feel so good. It may be a little "campy" for some - but stick with it. You will feel 100% better in less than two weeks.
I absolutely love it.

We all pretty much know that we should be doing cardio, weight training, core training and stretching- but so many of us don't- I have only had this DVD for a few days now, and have only done the beginner workout so far- but it is everything that I have been leaving out of my workouts- even though I was trained not to skip stretching. The simple, unadorned workout focusses on stretching and core strengthening- these areas that are getting weaker now that I am in my 30s. I manage to do my cardio and my weight training on my own but I never stretch. I am pretty out of shape but even I can do most of the exercises (I have never been able to do a standing quad stretch). The workout works for me because Joel miscounts just as my old trainer does- just enough for you to want to strangle him a little-which makes me smile as it makes the workout feel more personal somehow, if you want cardio or fancy choreography then this is not for you- if you want a simple, clear effective routine, I highly recommend this dvd.

If you only have 20 minutes to work out, this is the way to go. It's a no-frills quickie workout that really does hit all the major muscle groups. If you are into Denise Austin-type DVD's or fad workouts, you will not appreciate this one. This has no fancy production, choreography, too-buff "students", or funky music--just basic moves given in a straightforward manner with enough repetition to burn some.

If you read the You on a Diet book, you saw the excersises the docs recommended. The DVD has them all put together in a tidy 17 minute work out (for the Intermediate level...I haven't done the advanced yet.) If you think you don't have time to exercise, think again! You need no special equiptment, clothing, etc. It is energizing and I find myself almost addicted to the workout. And who can beat 17 minutes a day. I HIGHLY recommend this DVD.

I think that the docs and this program are great for just about everyone but this workout is too simple for anyone whose tried a variety of workouts. I would reccommend this for someone who has NEVER worked out before.

Also, you don't need to purchase even if Amazon offers it for 1/2 price. The book I ordered also came with a free copy and the docs tell you to copy and distribute to anyone who wants it, they just want people to get healthier and the advice in the book will do that.

I was happy to see this workout DVD, which is a callisthenics, yoga and pilates combo. The beginner version is low to no impact with static holds and stretches. I use it as a warm-up for more strenuous stuff. The basic is not cardio and will not burn calories, but it's a good morning/evening or preliminary routine with good instruction and nothing annoying -- except for the caveat below. It pretty much hits all the muscle groups.

All three workouts seem to last 20 min, which makes them efficient. The advanced one moves faster and therefore is more challenging and does provide some cardio. As a woman, I appreciate the emphasis on shoulders and chest, which is where I am weak. Most exercise stuff geared toward women works our fat zones, which is good. But this one rounds things out, IMHO.

ONE CAVEAT: The instructor, Joel Harper, doesn't always have good form in the lower half of his body. He isn't as stretched as he should be. It bothers me that his legs are always slightly bent, even when they should be straight. He does not have one continuous line from hip through knee through foot, which often dangles rather than being flexed, pointed or facing forward as is common in yoga. He isn't be a good role model for lower body work or for full stretches and extensions that pull along the hamstrings. But hopefully better informed users of the tape know that and improve on the teacher's form.;-)

Amazon's price is excellent. However, you can also find all three workouts online for free (legitimately) and can access it as a Podcast for listening on your own or viewing with Quicktime from your computer. Apparently you can also see it on a Photo iPod.

First, let me say that I HATE to work out. Every time I buy another workout DVD, it is with the hope that it will somehow be an enjoyable way to shape up and stay that way.

I can honestly say that I finally found what I've been looking for in this DVD. The exercises are easy to follow and most achieve maximum results with a minimum of wasted effort by targeting several zones per exercise. It's a gentle workout in the Pilates/yoga vein, so if you're looking for a punching/kickboxing type workout, you will not be happy with this.

Another plus is that the guy who leads the workout has a very easy manner which is quite a nice departure from some of the screaming drill sergeant types (both men and women) on other DVDs. I love this workout.

I am 66 years old and had no trouble doing this routine, and it really
gives great balance and makes muscles very flexible.

Not knowing what to expect from this program, I was pleasantly surprised when I first viewed it. The workout focuses on every major muscle group after a short, but effective, warmup. This promises to be THE workout for me on those days that my time is limited due to other requirements.

This book makes you want to throw away all the other diet books you have ever bought. It is simple and easy to understand and takes things from the beginning, when you EAT and what happens to the food from that point ON. I learned a lot about my body from this book and this is a GREAT READ for people stuck in the same old diet ruts not sure of what to do next.