Is this the same instructor as in "Ruthless" and is this routine really similar to that one?
1795574
I do not know who the instructor in Ruthless is. The one in X-factor - his name is Nahisee Crowford. (not sure the of the correct spelling).
2198384
Yes, it is very similar to the traditional Pilates reformer in that respect, but don't expect a huge amount of resistance as that is not the point with any of the Pilates exercises.
1976511
There is no calendar or diet information, just the DVD set. I don't know the other workouts, so cannot make a comparison. They are pretty intensive and you will get a workout. No equipment needed, maybe a mat for floor work. It's basically a boot camp with sarge in your face.
787575
There is one workout (see link on back of DVD) online too. I am not sure if there is anything else on YT though. I doubt it, but would have preferred to have the training online to stream instead of a DVD as well.
1496638
The 30 minutes includes a warm up, but there is ~3m cooldown on most routines. There is also an optional 12m cold start warm up you can do included on each routine.I would not let the added time discourage you though. I have been through the classic program once and it is more effective and efficient than I imagined.Good luck!
55332
I've been to several differant classes and some songs were familiar and some were different. The steps though are pretty much the same with some variations. I am on the second dvd and keep up pretty well. I am 67.
728275
it does come with a guide just not sure if its the exact same one. For one thing its not spiral its just a paper booklet. Its less than 100 pages and half English and half Spanish. (about 50 pages each) Has a What is Zumba page 2 pages of "Why you will love Zumba" Training Tips that tells u the obvious (read the booklet, start with basics) also mentions what type of shoes to wear, stay hydrated throughout workout, modify if needed etc. A total stretch guide that just explains stretching in just words no pictures (not sure if the book off TV version has more) Theres an exercise and food guide depending on what you want out of the program One is a 7 day "Groovin and Movin" using only the Basics and 20-min express dvds Now this is what I am wondering about as well the diff between TV version and this one The 10-day Accelerated Fat Loss Program which is about 11 pages. One page has the DVDs you use each day using all but Basics/Express DVD The other 10 pages is sample menus and food guides with recipes Now on the TV version they mention a "Calender" which to me seemed to imply u have someplace to record your workout and meals etc (its day by day yes but no place for notes or anything) They also imply its a "Free Bonus" in a separate booklet or DVD while in this Amazon version its just part of the regular booklet. Theres a Super Sculpted Section that has a 10-day plan using the Sculpt and Tone and Express DVDs Each workout plan includes a couple "Free Days" so its not 10 days of working out necessarily. The main dancers have a page that tells which move is their fave and why "Star Training Tips" and the last section is "Your Training Zone with an RPE chart. infomercials always make things sound like u are getting more than u actually are so I think it might be the same except for maybe the book binding A friend of mine said she ordered from TV so Im waiting for her let me know what exaclty her book is like and I will edit my post or add when I find out
565651
Yes it does Andrea. The CD has a six-minute workout that will certainly challenge anyone that follows it. You can get some info from the website, and Youtube.
330740
Yes you will this woman has a great program. My problem is my time is limited at times with some personal issues at my house. The first two weeks I owned the program you will definitely feel the burn (in a good way) and I'm starting mine back up. In fact I have "decluttered" a lot of my other exercise dvd and sold them back to companies because this program is a good one. I'm 48 and overweight and sedentary life style and work a desk job. She has a little accent but you will adjust and I have read positive things about the program also.
1094391
No- the moves are pretty controlled and low-to mid impact-mostly squating/kettlebells swings combined with upper body type moves. The most high impact moves in my opinion are the burpees/thrusters. But there is a slower-modified version for it. There are 4 DVDs with different workouts so if you find one to be too much there are 3 more you can use. I suffer from lower back and neck issues and I have to say this has been a really good workout with very little impact (for me). Hope this helps.
1704575
The one DVD is bout 40min then 2nd disk has 2 workouts one like 30min and other one is about 40min...someone who is just startin a workout like this found them pretty easy to follow unlike insanity I have a hard time doin the whole DVD! There fun also!!
918573
Hi Sarah! I have both of these programs, and I love both of them! Since you are already familiar with the moves for Zumba, you could probably get by with just getting the Zumba game (since it costs less). It offers both 20 and 45 minute workout programs on beginner, intermediate, and expert levels. There are several different workouts under each level you can complete so you won't get bored with them. That said, since I bought the DVD program, I haven't used the game much. I have never done zumba before getting the game or the DVDs, and the DVDs did a much better job of explaining the moves. Plus, it's fun watching actual people do the workouts! The Zumba Live workout is probably most like what you do at class because they literally get up on the stage and just dance- with no explanations or anything. The DVDs don't move along as quickly as the game does - the breaks between dances are slightly longer,whereas on the game you might have 5 seconds to catch your breath before getting cranked back up again. The workouts on the DVDs also come in the 20-60 minute range, so there is something for however you feel that day. Both the game and the DVDs have me sweating in no time, and both have me sore and feeling it the next day. If you don't mind shelling out the $60 plus dollars, then I would get the workout system, but if you really just want to zumba and don't care about it being very detailed then go with the game. Hope that helped some! :) Sarah
835603
The one I purchased was I also purchased some other workouts and they were all authentic., with that said this one is my favorite. I purchased insanity and aslyum 2 and t25 from beachbody but I got a better deal from amazon.Hope that helps.
1878232
Hello Kelley. I was no t familiar with Insanity at all before I got this DVD. This one DVD combines the entire DVD set into one workout.
2238952
I haven't been through all of the DVDs but it's different body parts each day... So is would say not really. She shows different levels of intensity
24792
No, it doesn't. It also isn't the entire "hip hop abs" series. I was really disappointed when I got it, but I should have known why it was so cheap. . It has 2 or 3 videos and they kind of just get into full swing from the start-which wasn't ideal for someone who is out of shape and uncoordinated. I would suggest something else if you're anything like me. I need a "how to" and slower start for something new.
612269
not really sure what to tell you. I'm still quite early in the workout . I'm trying to get the first sequence of the first six moves learned so I can progress to the next sequence. It seems like a good workout and is not very strenuous , at least to start out. He stresses posture in the workout and I think that is good. I can't really say if it is helping my flexibility yet as I have a history of back problems and so far I do not notice any improvement in that respect.