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Karen Voight: Ultimate Step Circuit (2005)

Karen Voight (Actor) | Rated: NR | Format: DVD
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Karen Voight
  • Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Entertaining Fitness
  • DVD Release Date: January 4, 2005
  • Run Time: 120 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00067HP0A
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #55,749 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
    #14 in  Movies & TV > Exercise & Fitness > By Instructor > Karen Voight

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Three different Circuit Training Workouts in one DVD. • A 32- minute Cardio Circuit with 4 cardio-step routines to blast calories and help you lose weight. • A 32 minute Strength Circuit to focus on firming up all your muscles with weight training and your own body weight. • A 56 minute Complete Circuit to mix it up and give you the best of both worlds by alternating fun cardio-step routines with weight training.

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55 of 56 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Good but Need to be Patient, Focused & Nimble, July 18, 2005
By Solidago (Central NY) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Karen Voight: Ultimate Step Circuit (DVD)
I've used this DVD about five times now and am finally appreciating the benefits. It wasn't love at first sight - I was very frustrated the first couple times and even quit midway. In the cardio sequences, Karen often starts a new move before giving the signal, leaving you stranded behind your step. It's very off-putting. Nevertheless, I forced myself to hang with it and am glad I did. As other reviewers mentioned, the complete workout (55 min) is a nice challenge for an intermediate exerciser. I'm starting to be able to anticipate her moves so the poor cueing is becoming less of an issue.

The weight-training component is unique, which keeps me interested (not your standard bicep curls...) and targets areas that my other DVDs do not (see my other reviews). However, I really have to pay attention to form (not that that's a bad thing) - some of the moves are unusual and a bit tricky; others are very subtle movements, requiring concentration to feel a burn. Also, there aren't many reps so you have to make the most of each.

I find that the pacing on the step movements is unusually fast (normally, I want to move at the same speed or faster than the instructor). One one hand, I like that this routine makes me hustle but it's harder to keep good form and a bit taxing on the body. So I do not recommend it for someone who wants to minimize the impact on joints.

The music, set, and background are neutral to good - nothing amazing but not drawbacks. I like that the set is simple and well-lit and that there are only two people behind Karen. I haven't noticed any poor form on their part, which helps me to concentrate on mine. The overall mood is serious/professional but they'll flash a smile here and there.

I'd say this is a high-intermediate/low-advanced workout because the cardio movements are so rapid. By the final cardio sequence ("the tick/tock") I am approaching my breaking point. Karen works up a sweat in this workout, which I find comforting. Both the warm-up and cool-down (before abs) should be a couple minutes longer. The ability to split the DVD into two workouts - 34 minute cardio and 32 minute weight-training is a nice feature. While it has its issues, this DVD is a good value at around $10.
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent & fun workout, February 4, 2005
This review is from: Karen Voight: Ultimate Step Circuit (DVD)
As I am the first to review this, let me say that this is an awesome fun workout. Definitely intermediate to advanced. There's much variety with this DVD. There's a choice of just doing the 32 min cardio, which is just using the step. Then there's a choice of the 32 minute weights. Lastly there's a choice of the full 56 minute workout, which can also be broken down with the a la carte menu...

Warm-up: 5 1/2min
Cardio: 32 min (w/warm-up)
Weights: 32 min (w/warm-up)
Abs: 6 min
Butt/Legs: 3 3/4 min
Cool down: 3 3/4 min

I'm new to KV and this is my second DVD of hers. My first is her Great weighted workout which is also really intense. The background to this Ultimate Step Circuit is a barn like set up but who cares, the workout is fun and the music is upbeat. She cues you in to all the moves. There's one guy and a girl, who may have been in her earlier workouts. You need a step and one set of heavy (5-10lbs) and one set of lighter (3-5lbs) weights. When u do the total workout, you do first cardio/weights combo...it's nice the way she breaks it down. KV is sooooooo defined and toned. Just to give u an idea of my level of workouts, I alternate with this DVD, and KV great weighted workout, Tamilee Webbs Weight Loss, Bootcamp and Crunch Pilates...all fun workouts. I hope all the dedicated exercisers buy this DVD or preview it on Collage. Always preview so you know what you're getting. I definitely give this 5 stars.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best out there!, April 2, 2006
By A. Holt "Stepper" (NYC United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Karen Voight: Ultimate Step Circuit (DVD)
This is a great workout for someone that gets bored easily while working out. The constant cardio then weight segments keep my mind off the clock. I have only done it 5 times and everyone is noticing! This works fast! If you want to buy just one DVD, get this one!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Great workout
A challenging workout for intermediate steppers. Takes a few goes to get the co-ordination happening, but isn't too difficult. Read more
Published 6 days ago by S. Reid

3.0 out of 5 stars Way too fast, workout too short
I LOVE the moves in the cardio workout, but they are just a little too fast. I've been stepping for a long time and I'm in decent shape, but it's difficult for me to keep up... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Momof4

3.0 out of 5 stars step workout
This could be a good workout. This woman goes very fast so if you are a beginner don't spend the money. I'm not real happy with this purchase.
Published 6 months ago by Louie

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastico
Es un DVD muy facil de seguir y aunque en Ingles lo disfrute mucho, la secuencias te permiten hacer ejercio en poco tiempo y sin mucha complicaciones. lo recomiendo mucho
Published 10 months ago by Paula Cardenas

4.0 out of 5 stars Glad I made the purchase
I like this video because you can do the entire video or choose to complete the strength section alone or the cardio section. Read more
Published 11 months ago by B. Snow

5.0 out of 5 stars Great simple, butt kicking workout
I love this simple to follow step workout. As a two left footed person who likes to step, but who cannot follow when complicated dance moves are introduced, I really appreciate... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Eva

1.0 out of 5 stars The first Karen Voight work out that I really hated
I've always considered myself to be one of Karen Voight's biggest fans but I really hated this DVD. The steps were too tricky and done too quickly. Read more
Published 17 months ago by M

3.0 out of 5 stars Frustrating at first, but eventually great!
This DVD is incredibly frustrating at first, Karen moves quickly and without warning making it hard to keep up with her. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Ericka Gmail

5.0 out of 5 stars Great workout
This is a great workout. It is definately an advanced workout but if you can stick to it it is great.
Published 21 months ago by R. Quinn

2.0 out of 5 stars I hated this video
I did not have a step but i thought it would be ok, its not. Without a step this video is useless. I used it once when i first got it and haven't touched it since. Read more
Published 23 months ago by C. Braam

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