Hit the Spot - Pilates Reviews

• 7 Targeted Workouts

  
  By A281NPSIMI1C2R on 2005-12-28
  If you only have 10-minutes to workout or you want to add a Pilates routine after walking or a cardio session, this Denise Austin DVD gives you 7 10-minute target workouts or you can select specific workouts and play them all at once. You can also choose to exercise for 30 minutes, either focusing on the Abs and Waist Line or Lower Body. There is also a 15-minute Pilates Challenge.
  
  The intermediate pace makes this an invigorating workout routine and Denise's "double the workout in half the time" exercise are unique and creative. While this is mostly Pilates, there are a few Yoga poses. Denise Austin also takes familiar exercises and combines them or increases the challenge.
  
  I am finding this DVD to be most useful as a customizable routine. This allows for more variety and that makes exercising more fun. The new Denise Austin DVDs are encouraging, vibrant and very enjoyable. The outdoor settings are healing and the exercises are creative.
  
  ~The Rebecca Review
  
  
  

• Denise Austin Pilates

  
  By A2BEU7GPGNIG44 on 2006-01-25
  Chances are you have heard the word "Pilates." If you don't know much about Pilates, the best way I can explain it is that it seems like a form of yoga mixed with body stretching and bending. Pilates is a total body work out.
  
  Whether you are just getting started with Pilates or consider yourself an expert, Denise Austin-Hit The Spot Pilates is a very effective home Pilates exercise routine. The dvd includes two segments.
  
  The Abs and Waist Line
  This segment consists of three 10 minute work out routines. These techniques will help you define your abs, trim your waist and improve your posture.
  
  The Lower Body: Hips, Thighs and Buttocks
  This segment includes three 10 minute workouts, each zeroing in on each body section.
  
  Overall, Pilates is a form of working out using your body. You don't need a lot of extra equipment. Despite appearing somewhat easy, if you have any physical problems you should probably check with your doctor before beginning a Pilates program. Several of the work outs include a lot of bending, stretching and squatting, so if you have bad knees be careful. Denise Austin Hit The Spot Pilates is a great way to start a Pilates workout program in the comfort of your home. This was my very first time doing a Pilates workout and I felt like this work out was very easy to understand.
  
  

• Denise's Most Challenging Workout

  
  By ATD5QN72ZB4MR on 2005-10-02
  Denise has tweaked the Pilates moves on this workout for the ultimate challenge to the deepest muscles in your core and lower body. During certain excruciating parts, I actually have to stop and recover before I can resume. But Denise keeps encouraging and motivating throughout, so I happily keep going. As a plus, the tropical setting is the loveliest I've ever seen on an exercise program and the music is pleasant-yet-lively.
  
  Since this workout mainly emphasizes the core and lower body, I like to do it in between days where I do one of Denise's dvds that work out the upper body. The 7 chapters (3 levels of intensity for the abs, 3 for the legs/hips, and one full body challenge) can be arranged to play by the viewer's preference. I start with the 15-minute Pilates challenge (which really gets me going), followed by one 10-minute leg chapter and one 10-minute ab chapter. By arranging it this way, the dvd offers three different 35-minute workouts. It's a similar set-up to Denise's Personal Training dvd.
  
  I saw Denise promoting this dvd and her new nutrition book on Larry King. She is a very articulate and intelligent person, and her sweet, bubbly enthusiasm seems to be completely sincere. Her workouts have really improved the quality of my life, and I plan on picking up her new book too.
  
  

• One of the better Denise Austin workouts

  
  By A24ZFFRQ4MG3XL on 2005-09-21
  This is a better workout dvd than others she has done. It's actually well cued (for a change). There are three full ab routines and a hips, butt, thighs and full body series. You can watch these in any sequence. There is matwork and standing exercises and she's as bubbly as usuall (if not overly so). This has already produced some results with me and so I recommend this highly.
  
  

• Good Exercises, Poor Instruction

  
  By A9Z9WJG6TRAHP on 2005-09-25
  This was a very nice production as far as the set, music, and variety of pilates exercises. However, IMO Denise Austin is a very poor instructor. She does not count so you know how many of each exercise you're doing, the flow was strange to me (for example, you'd be on your back doing ab exercises, then switch to your side, then on your back again)so there was a great deal of changing positions. Also, Denise often wouldn't tell you the name of the exercise you were doing until you had completed several reps. I prefer a more flowing routine like those taught in the Crunch Pilates series with Ellen Barrett, the 10 Minute Solution Pilates dvd with Lara Hudson, or any of the pilates workouts by Michelle Dozois. I guess I've realized I'm just not a fan of how Denise teaches, and will stick to Ellen Barrett, Lara Hudson, and Michelle Dozois for pilates. Good thing I got this from the library to preview rather than buying it!
  
  
• A creative twist on the Pilates method if you can tolerate the instructor
  By AT9U6AS7D51RF on 2007-04-29
  These are seven 10-minute workouts that target "trouble areas"- waist, abs, thighs, hips, etc. You can do them all or you can select as many as you'd like. Each workout includes many movements taken directly from the traditional Pilates exercises, as well as some yoga movements and others that are a combination of both, or where you target different muscles at the same time. While the workouts are short and varied, and provide a welcome twist to the routine that can set in on regular Pilates mat exercisers, I got annoyed by Denise's overly protective, motherly style which distracted me from fully focusing on each exercise.
  
  The workout includes 3 different sets which target the abdominal area, waist and laterals. Surprisingly no hundreds. (Hello, isn't that the most important Pilates exercise?). She includes the 'stomach series', boat pose, lots of T stands and variations of it, one legged downward dog pushing to one legged plank, side stretches, lots of side twists as well.
  
  There are then 3 segments of 10 minutes each, targeting the hips, buns and thighs respectively. She covers practically every exercise included in the side leg mat series (if you are familiar with Pilates), T stands again, lots of inner and outer thigh work, as well as a standing Pilates series and lunges. A nice burner overall.
  
  My complaints about this video:
  
  1. While Denise sure knows her stuff and displays good form, she did make me wonder, is this a Pilates video or did I just pay to hear Denise's nonstop blabbing while she does Pilates at breakneck speed? I don't need to be reminded that "this exercise works the waist". I think I can get an idea of which area these exercises target once I do them, or at least she doesn't need to mention it 10 times. Or she often tells you how this exercise is her favorite (they all are!), or "how challenging this exercise is!". Is she trying to motivate you? I don't know. It takes away your attention from the exercise.
  
  2. The workout is too fast with very few repetitions of each exercise. Yes, intermediate Pilates is faster, however, she could have added few exercises with more precision. She repeats some exercises in a couple of segments, which she could have avoided by adding more repetitions to each exercise.
  
  To summarize:
  If you are a beginner in Pilates:
  There are other quality videos you could try before venturing to this one. I would recommend getting a Stott Pilates video before progressing to this one, which offer superb instruction. Denise makes occasional remarks about form but she moves too quickly from one exercise to the next so you may be better off with a Stott Pilates beginner's video or one of the Gaiam beginner's ones, that way you can learn proper form and breathing and then progress to this one.
  
  If you have some Pilates experience:
  Again, this will be a fun twist to your mat routine. You could add one lb ankle weights to the hip and thigh sections to add challenge. I do need to mention that there is music only option. You can listen to Denise the first time to get familiar with the routine and then try it with music only.
  There are other great DVDs that present short sequences (10 to 15 min each) and with much more pleasant instructors. Check out 10 minute solution Rapid Results Pilates with Lara Hudson or The Method Target Specifics Plus. Both are greatly recommended. Karen Voight "Total Body Pilates" is an excellent routine as well.
  
  
• I was pleasantly surprised at how good this one is!
  By A1LF1VMH9YCTLE on 2006-06-17
  I will admit I am not usually a fan of Denise as her workouts are to easy and her delivery too chatty, but this one is a pleasant change - it is really good.
  The exercises are well chosen and really hit where they should. Unlike Winsor pilates, Denise actually does enough reps so you can feel it working. There are 7 x 10 minute sections: a warm-up, 3 for abs/waist/back or 'the core' then hips, thighs, buns and the 15 minute 'challenge' which is a mix of all the exercises done while standing. This is great, really tests your balance and I do it twice as a great warm-up before I do weights.
  The setting, sound/picture quality and menu are are fantastic - you can program any/all of the exercises in the order you like, you can even choose multiple plays of areas that need a little more work.
  I hope Denise releases more workouts of this quality, so many of her dvds are gathering dust on my shelf - this one I really use on a regular basis.
  This workout is for intermediates, if you are a beginner I would suggest you start with Rael 7 pilates as he is a fantastic instructor/teacher and you can safely learn the basics. If you want another great pilates workout try Rael's 17 and 27 too - superb quality.
  
  
• Nicely done
  By A4PI4DZJSVF6Q on 2005-11-29
  I love this DVD because it makes you work, but in easily digestible 10-minute chunks. And because you can customize your workout you won't get bored. Plus, the short segments keep it from being discouraging. Instead of being unable to finish an hour long DVD and feeling frustrated, you can start with one complete mini workout and just slowly work your way up. It's also great for busy, busy people. Who doesn't have 10 or 15 minutes? I LOVE the 15-minute "Pilates Challenge" at the end. It gets your heart pumping just enough to be invigorating, not exhausting. I do it in the mornings to wake up! This is a good buy.
  
  
• Plan your workout
  By A2S4PZQBX0F0HB on 2006-06-26
  I really like this dvd. I have been doing Winsor Pilates for about 2 years and decided to purchase this one. There are similar exercises like Mari Winsor has, but there are also a few new ones. Now I alternate the Winsor pilates DVD's with Denise Austin's DVD. That way, it might benefit using other muscles that I haven't been working.
  
  There are 3 exercises for abs, and 1 for each of the following: hips, thighs, buttocks. In addition, there is a standing exercise. The exercises are all 10 minutes in length. I like this because I can just do 1 or 2 if I don't have much time. In addition, you can customize the workouts by picking the ones you want to do at the beginning of the tape.
  
  This dvd is definitely worth the money.
  
  
• Needs work
  By A1RUGRIJEQHT1D on 2007-03-10
  I like Denise Austin and have many of her videos and DVD's with regards to strength training, fat busting and cardio work but she needs to stay away from Yoga/Pilates. She goes too fast and misses the idea that this type of exercise program is a slow, easy, relaxing method that allows one to work out and yes break a sweat but isn't done in a rah,rah style that Denise Austin is known for. As I said I am a great fan of hers for that but she needs to leave the Pilates and Yoga items to someone else.
  
  
• Sulamita hooked on Pilates!
  By A1JB013FYYOFVJ on 2005-09-29
  I think this is THE best dvd that Denise has made. I love each segment and the fact that they're 10 minutes. It's nice that she gave you the option of listening to her along w/music or just the music. The pilates challenge is great. I think the program that she has developed is a nice way of taking the regular pilates routines (on dvd) to the next level. Also wonderful background/scenery!
  
  
• LOVE this DVD! Have already seen results
  By A1WLZXLPCKY1NK on 2005-11-18
  I LOVE this DVD. I have only used it a few times and have already seen results especially in my abs. There are several pilates workouts in this DVD all about 10 minute a piece and I usually do at least 2 workouts a day and want to go up to three. This really gives my muscles a good workout and the time fly's by! LOVE IT!!!
  
  
• No Pain No Gain
  By A257WWP53H8Q1E on 2006-07-13
  Denise is great; she is both motivating and positive. The DVD is broken down into diff. sections so you can work the body parts you want. I do the entire DVD takes about 1hr and 10 minutes. It is a great work out for those who are looking for a good workout without stressing the body. If you are a beginner and new to pilates, I highly recommend this DVD since you will not have a professional trainer watching over you to make sure you do the execerises with proper form. Denise tells you exactly what to do and gives you important pointers on how to perfect your poses, which is very imp. DO this tape 4-5 times and you'll get the moves and form down.
  
  
• Good workout; fast pace
  By A3H7509UEZWW6A on 2006-03-10
  This is a good workout for those with some (minimal) exposure to pilates from an instructor. Denise Austin is not as precise in her pilates method as say, Jennifer Kries (who is awesome). Denise talks incessantly throughout the exercise, which is OK but may annoy some people. She is encouraging. The advantage of this workout is the 10 minute segments that you can mix and match. The format of this DVD is great because you can get right to the menu to choose your workout without a lot of intro or talk upfront like many other pilates DVDs. The Jennifer Kries DVDs are better for method and instruction but this is a good alternative for those who need the flexibility of short segments in a workout.
  
  
• Great use of DVD technology!
  By A21D9HBAE0IJCD on 2007-03-30
  Many workout DVDs have short segments that you can do as an "add on" to another workout, or string together for a longer workout. But few are programmable like "Hit the Spot Pilates", allowing you to program which workouts you want to do before you start. This DVD is so versatile, I pack it on holidays!
  
  The exercises are fun but challenging - I started seeing results very quickly. I also appreciate that Denise has added her own twist to many of the exercises; doing conventional Pilates routines can quickly get boring.
  
  Some people find Denise irritating and overly perky but (in this DVD at least) I found her to be cheerful and encouraging. I like the way she says "Come on - you can do it!" during the more difficult moves.
  
  
• Great variety...customize your workout!
  By ADFQ240W8BLRC on 2006-01-12
  I have Denise's Pilates Mat Workout DVD that I've been doing for months. I got this DVD as a present and love, love, love it!!! My buns are sore as I type this. I know I'm working parts of my body that I wasn't hitting with her other DVD, though I love that one too!
  
  I love the variety and fast pace of her workout. I'm finished before I know it. You couldn't ask for more in a pilates workout DVD...pick whatever area you want to target ~ abs, waist, thighs, buns.
  
  And it's perfect for those who lack time on a work day and have more time on the weekend. It's all in one DVD! What a great buy. Better yet, it was a present! :)
  
  For beginners, I strongly suggest using her Pilates Mat Workout first before moving on to this one. This is a quicker paced workout and could discourage beginners.
  
  
• Excellent workout!
  By A1G3RYMYD37HZI on 2006-03-10
  I have always hated to exercise and hated going to the gym even more. So I decided to try something and get this Hit the Spot Pilates DVD to do at home. I found it fun, easy to follow, yet challenging at the same time. I love that you can customize your workout. Within 3 weeks of working out to this video about 3 times a week I had already seen amazing results! My posture has improved dramatically, I lost 5 pounds and 2 inches around my waist!! Denise Austin's workout style and delivery keeps me motivated, and now I can't wait to workout! This DVD is well worth what I paid for and then some!
  
  
• Went from my Favorite Workout DVD to My Only Workout DVD
  By AEL3OKLHASUKP on 2006-11-15
  Joseph Pilates, a German-born nurse, developed the workout known simply as "Pilates" in the early 1900s. The principles of Pilates emphasize total body conditioning exercises that improve strength, endurance, flexibility, mental concentration, and posture. The traditional method combines both matwork and equipment exercises. This DVD focuses on matwork and adheres to proper Pilates principles. You should use a yoga mat and do the exercises in bare feet.
  
  This DVD offers a completely customizable workout; each section is ten minutes long. Sessions include "the core," abs and waistline, power abs, hips, thighs, and buns, plus a bonus segment called "power Pilates." Each session includes stretches for warming up and cooling down. All sections will strengthen your "core." These core muscles provide a central foundation for all other muscle groups and lie deep within the torso. Training the muscles of the core corrects postural imbalances that can lead to injuries such as lower back pain. The biggest benefit of core training is to develop fitness that is essential to both daily living and regular activities.
  
  Instead of performing many repetitions of each exercise, Denise Austin adheres to Pilates guidelines, using fewer, more precise movements, that require control and form. In addition, each session also adds isometric components, a form of resistance exercise in which one's muscles are used in opposition with other muscle groups to increase strength without using free weights. The exercises also emphasize proper posture, stability, and breathing. This dvd does not provide high-powered cardiovascular exercise, but you will sweat and you will feel yourself becoming more limber and strong.
  
  Denise Austin has a great, encouraging tone and an engaging manner. She helps keep you motivated but is not overly perky. She is in such amazing shape that it is hard to believe she is nearly fifty years old. She performs all the exercises in lovely, tranquil outdoor settings. The music is pleasant and enhances the workouts.
  
  I have seen very rapid results using this dvd. It is especially effective for toning women's common trouble spots. It has become my only workout tape because it doesn't bore me, it is highly effective, and--dare I say it--it's actually enjoyable! If you use this regularly along with a good diet you will soon develop long, lithe, and lean muscles.
  
  
  
  
• it hits the spot!!
  By A3L9V3W82I3OW6 on 2006-07-04
  Pilates can be challenging but its one of the excercise routines I can say I truly, truly enjoy! I started with this tape to get the feel for pilates and then I bought winsor pilates tapes to alternate with. What's great about this tape is their is a fifteen minute floor segment at the end that I do when I am not really feeling up to excercising but need something to get me going for the day! The best part of pilates NO shoes are required!!!! Never knew I could be so flexible!! Great tape to tap into the world of pilates.
  
  
• Whoa, slow down!!
  By A1UTPJEG6H2EPW on 2007-09-07
  I am a beginner at pilates, but even so, the first thing I learned was that getting the moves right is far more important than going fast through them. Either I can take my time and do it correctly, or I can be sloppy to keep up with Denise and possibly hurt myself. Also, many of the poses appear to be intermediate or advanced level, and I haven't gotten that far yet in my beginners Pilates. I don't feel comfortable taking instruction from Denise in how to do those, because I don't want to learn to do them wrong. Also, she does the hundred, the basic beginner move, differently than I learned, and I'm wondering how much she modifies the other poses.
  
  This may be a good video for intermediate/advanced people who are looking for something a little different. I will probably appreciate it more when I get to that level. Or maybe not. I'm wondering how much of the instruction is truly Pilates, and how much is just toning with a Pilates flavor.
  
  I really like Denise's instruction for my cardio exercises, and I think that her talents are better suited for faster paced workouts than for something that requires patience and precision.
  
  
• Really good short workout
  By ASZBXO0N057NX on 2006-02-23
  I really like Denise Austin and have used her Dvds before. I like this new one it has 10 min workouts that are good for me. I am a mom of 2 so I like this cause I can find 10 mins to do it in. I usally do 2 or 3 of them a day. The first time I did the 15 min bouns I was so sore the day after. I can see that is it working and I am getting more toned. Good workout!!!
  
  
  
• WORST TAPE EVER!!!
  By A1Y842JGD0LMY8 on 2006-03-08
  This was by far,hands down, the WORST workout tape I've ever purchased-EVER. I actually threw it out. Denise Austin blows through each exercise like it's a "beat the clock" video, rather than taking time to focus on the correct form for each position. It was terrible, please, take my advice - do not waste your money on this.
  
  
• Denise is awesome!
  By ABDTZTLJZREDI on 2006-03-10
  I love this video! It's totally customizable and really gives you a great toning workout. I highly recommend if you want to tone up and firm up your body. It's great!
  
  
• Use this DVD in addition to other Denise DVDs
  By AVKY4878DFRDY on 2006-04-14
  This workout will provide you with seven different ten-minute pilates workouts. I especially enjoy the hips, thighs, and low-level tummy workouts. But I do rate this 3/5 stars because there is no stretch or cardio components, so you'll have to get that elsewhere because it's not on this DVD. Also, you get little to none toning of your arms in this DVD.
  
  I enjoy doing my toning using both this DVD and Denise's "Shrink Your Female Fat Zones" although I do admit I enjoy "Shrink Your Female Fat Zones" better than this one.
  
  I don't care too much for the setup of this DVD. Whenever I go to play it, it doesn't go to the main screen and instead goes to the screen to play the low-level core/tummy workout. If you are at the main screen, you can choose and click to play an individual workout or customize your workout so that several play in a row.
  
  Included in this workout (each ten minutes)-
  
  1) Three separate core/tummy workouts
  3) Thighs
  3) Butt
  4) Hips
  
  Also included is a Pilates challenge workout, which I find mostly to be targeted for your tummy.
  
  
• Not a Purist's Practice, but Still Good
  By A2SW1SJ1OI6JB6 on 2006-06-15
  I admit that I am something of a Pilates snob - I'll choose one of Rael Isacowitz's Pilates workouts over just about any others. But when I put away my snooty hat and get down to the basics, I have to say that this DVD from Denise Austin actually offers up a pretty good light toning workout. And the programmable functions on the DVD are great for someone like me, who mixes and matches segments like crazy. Denise is no Rael or Moira Stott, but if you're already familiar with Pilates form, you'll get by fine without precise instruction on all the moves. And yes, I know Pilates is about conditioning the whole body, and spot toning is really the antithesis of true Pilates. So when I do this DVD, I mentally tape over the "Pilates" part of the title and just consider it a "hit the spot" workout. In that way, it does the job quite well.
  
  
• Beautiful set, pleasant workout, practical segments
  By A1ZUK82SVPB3MX on 2007-01-12
  This is one of the most-well produced and visually stunning exercise videos I have ever seen. A lot of money and effort obviously went into the making of this video. The production is stellar. I love the caribbean theme and music, the various colorful and beautifully detailed, decorative tropical sets. A couple of routines show Denise exercising by a pool with an ocean backdrop that looks very realistic - you even see a ship far off in the distance in one of them. So with just all of those elements alone, you certainly won't get bored!
  
  As for the workout itself, this video is very practical as it is divided into seven targeted segments - three for the abs and waistline that get progressively harder, one each for the hips, thighs and buttocks, and a final standing pilates challenge that is very ballet-inspired. I usually combine one of the ab and lower-body part segments, as a 20-minute stretch and tone routine after my aerobic workouts on cardio days.
  
  I only have one major qualm with this video. I bought it because I wanted a workout that only targeted my abs, buttocks and thighs, but would differ from my usual total-body weight-training workouts, and that I could alternate it with. The problem is that I have naturally weak arms and I have to rest them as much as possible every other day, so that they completely heal and regain all of their strength again to exercise them with my weighted workouts. However, several of the exercises in this video actively engage the arms (like the Pilates side stands) to support the body when peforming exercises that are suppose to target the abs and lower body parts - and quite frankly, I feel much more challenged in my arms during these workouts than anywhere else - obviously not my goal. So I'm forced to omit these particular exercises altogether as they cause outright pain in my arms if I've used weights the day before, which is quite frustrating. The core and lower body exercise are moderately effective, but as usual with Pilates, there are a low number of repetitions as the exercises flow from one transition to another (and as these are 10-minute segments, Denise does seem to cram a lot of exercises into a short period of time.) So I'm unable to substitute my strength training days with something like this, as it would not be enduring or challenging enough on its own.
  
  Other than that, this is a wonderful video and I highly enjoy many of the exercises. I find that Pilates is best for overall stretching, some toning, and gaining more active flexibility. Overall, I definitely recommend this, especially to anyone who already enjoys doing Pilates.
  
  Here's another added bonus. After the video takes you through the introduction and to the main menu, there is the repeated sound of ocean waves crashing against the shore and distant seagulls. It's a fairly long loop. The sound is so relaxing and transportive that I've often turned off the TV screen at night and left it playing at low volume through the stereo speakers and drifted off to sleep to it. So you not only get a nice workout with gorgeous scenery, but a great little soundtrack with it too!
  
  Rating: Good
  
  
• Denise Austin "Hit the Spot" - Pilates
  By ATZ09VTZKAEPE on 2007-02-18
  I usually like her stuff, but I don't think for a beginner her pilates is the best choice. She does the moves too fast and doesn't really talk about your breathing or form. This is NOT for beginners.
  
  
• A great intro to Pilates
  By A2OKX2I5DMCM82 on 2005-09-26
  I've worked out to Denise Austin videos since 1997, and I really enjoy this disk more than any of her other exercise routines. I'm new to Pilates, so this disk challenges me still. What I really appreciate on this disk is the ability to create your own workout line-up. I was able to pick the spots I wanted to focus on and work through them in my own order. I hope future Denise disks move in that direction!
  
  
• Greatest ever
  By ADUQH23TLXJ6Y on 2006-01-05
  I agree with what everyone else has said. The ten minute chunks are great and you never get bored because you can mix it up. You really feel it and see results without ever feeling like you worked yourself to death. Great buy!
  
  
• The best - and most effective - pilates DVD I've seen yet!
  By AYNRAEJ69GP7W on 2006-03-05
  I used to own the Winsor Pilates series, but for some reason was never crazy about it, it literally sat on my shelf for years before I gave in and sold it on eBay. This was about six months ago, and since then I've been on a "quest" to find what I would find to be the "ultimate" pilates DVD, or even series of DVD's, on the market. After ordering a couple of DVD's I found to be just mediocre, I finally decided to give this one a shot. At first I admit to being hesitant, as I've never really had anything against Denise Austin but wasn't a huge fan, either.
  
  Well, let me just say that I was pleased to find everything I'd been looking for in "Hit the Spot" - first of all, it's visually gorgeous, with different backdrops to coincide with the various segments; an enthusiastic, but not overwhelmingly annoying Denise Austin coaching and motivating you every step of the way (her constant comments of "think of how great you'll look in those shorts" hold very true in my situation, as I am not out to lose weight per se but have a LOT of toning to do); and, finally, 10-minute segments that work each part of the body that you can either do all together, seperately, etc., all time permitting and tailored to fit one's own workout preferences. Done correctly, you really feel this effective workout without being in unecessary pain as a result, unlike other workouts I've used.
  
  I've only used this DVD a couple of times but this is the first time in a very long time that I actually look forward to the next time I will be working out - I plan to do a half hour or forty minutes worth of segments at least three times a week, and see what happens from there. After all, in answer to Denise's question yes, I really do want to look good in my shorts this summer!
  
  

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