10 Minute Solution: Fat Blasting Dance Mix Reviews

• A pleasant surprise--a fun, easy-to-learn, yet INTENSE dance workout!

  
  By AK7CAW3N1XZV6 on 2006-08-26
  I wasn't sure whether I would like this workout--as I've become a more advanced exerciser, I've tended to move away from exercise DVDs which offer short segments, as I have found that these usually aren't intense enough to provide me with a good workout. Therefore, I was pleasantly suprrised upon trying Fat Blasting Dance Mix a discovering that my heart rate was in my target fat-burning zone for nearly the entire workout! Plus, the moves were fun and relatively easy to pick up after a few times through.
  
  Overall, this video reminded me a bit of Dance Off the Inches: Calorie Blasting Party. Instructor Jennifer Galardi is a bit similar in style to the instructor from that video, although more low-key, which I prefer. Also, rather than teaching the moves at three different tempos as in the Dance Off series (which I didn't like because it causes my heart rate to drop), Jennifer teaches by building on different aspects of each move. For example, first she'll teach you a simple leg move such as a step out, then she'll incorporate a bit more of a dancey feel, and finally, she'll add arms to complete the exercise. In each of the five segments, she teaches the moves in an add-on style, eventually taking it from the top so that you can run through the entire sequence (but because each segment is short and there are only five or so total moves, it never feels like the combinations are overly long).
  
  One of the best things about this DVD is that it is programmable--ie, there is a menu which allows you to mix and match any of the five segments to create your own customized workout, which I loved. Three of the segments are cardio-focused--Simple Slimmer, Calorie Meltdown, Fat Blasting Party--while the last two are more toning-oriented--Butt & Thigh Blaster, Ab Attack--although still intense enough to produce a cardio effect. The cardio segments gradually get more intense, with SS containing the most basic moves, CM taking it up a notch, and FBP adding a bit more impact with some hops and jumps. Both toning segments were performed entirely in a standing position, pairing some traditional strength training moves (eg, lunges, crunches) with dancey choreography, which I found to be fun and different.
  
  I enjoyed this video, especially the programmable aspect and the unique, dancey toning segments. I would definitely recommend this DVD to anyone who enjoys dance workouts and who is able to pick up choreography with a slightly-beyond-basic complexity level.
  
  Update 12/11/06: The more I use this video, the more I like it! It's one of the only dance videos I've ever owned which gets my heart rate up quickly and keeps it there. I find myself mixing and matching the various segments often. If I could change my rating to 5 stars, I would--very highly recommended!
  
  

• Fun and motivating :-)

  
  By A24ZFFRQ4MG3XL on 2006-07-29
  Jennifer Galardi is an outgoing and motivating instructor and she makes you feel like you're having fun and actually happy to be exercising. You can buy this workout already on other online sites and I've had it for a week now and I'm really enjoying it.
  Three of the 10 minute segments are aerobic and one is butt and thigh and the last segment is an ab workout. The cardio ones are challenging but short (which I guess is good if you are wanting to get fit or increase fitness rather than maintain fitness). Obviously you can do all together or mix and match. The way the dvd is set up, you can arrange to play them in any order. The routines are all very dancy but yet not tricky and so this is very fun to do.
  I recommend this if you are wanting to boost your fitness, but if you are fit already, you may not find this challenging enough. It's cued very well and enjoyable to do. Jennifer is a good instructor.
  
  

• Gets you moving!

  
  By A3T4JO848Y08UC on 2006-11-16
  I have 3 of the other 10 minute solution workouts and I enjoy those. This one is not exception. It's fun, gets you moving and sweating. Also the moves are easy to pick up as well. Definite recommendation!
  
  

• Great, fun beginner workout; dance throughout the day!

  
  By A3CXU7MX21602M on 2007-02-09
  This is my first 10 Minute Solution workout video, and I like it so much that I just purchased another one of the series.
  
  I am a true beginner - overweight and fairly uncoordinated - but this video really makes me feel confident. I can't do all of the fastest moves yet, but I stumble through them and don't feel bad about it. There are enough simple moves mixed in with the complex ones that you can just dance in place for a second or two, and you'll be back to the easy moves again.
  
  I like the 10-minute segments because I find them convenient to intersperse throughout the day. I can do a quick mini-workout in the morning to get my blood pumping, another some time in the afternoon and one before bedtime, and I know I've exercised 30 minutes in total that day, without the pressure of overexerting myself in one go. You can do anything for just 10 minutes! Even if you're tired, you never have time to think "God, how long until it's over?" It ends before you know it, and you feel accomplished after each segment. I feel energized afterwards, instead of exhausted!
  
  

• My Favorite Dance Workout DVD!

  
  By A34QQARDSD22PA on 2007-02-17
  I've only recently started working out at home using fitness DVD's, but of the 3 dance inspired DVD's I've tried this is by far my favorite. I've taken fitness classes at my gym and this is the only DVD that compares to those, making me feel as though I'm taking a personal class right in my living room. Jennifer, the instructor, is great- not at all annoying -and she seems to motivate me just when I need it most. This DVD really gets my heart rate up, and sometimes I even need to stop to catch my breath. I workout in the morning, and dancing around my living room to this DVD definitely puts me in a good mood for the day!
  
  The dance routines are extremely fun and definitely more "current" than the other DVD's I've tried. I would only advise that you do need to have good coordination to be able to complete the moves, as some of them are definitely more complex. "Simple Slimmer" and "Fat Burning Party" seem to be the easiest to pick up for beginners. My favorite, however, is "Ab Attack." As someone who HATES doing endless crunches and ab-work on the floor, I absolutely love this segment because you're standing, and even dancing, the entire time. The first time I tried it, it was so fun that I figured it couldn't possibly be working my abs too. Boy was I wrong - during everything I did the next day, from simple walking to sitting down to working out, I could feel the soreness in my midsection!
  
  I also love being able to program which 10 minute routines I want to do in my half hour cardio workout. It's so much better than having to fast forward through parts you're not interested in in an hour long DVD. Being broken into 10 minute segments also seems to make my workout go by faster. I know how much longer I have to go without having to keep looking at the clock.
  
  Overall, I would highly recommend this DVD to anyone looking for a fun, dance inspired workout that will truly make you sweat!
  
  
• Excellent video
  By A2IXL0B9XNFYBB on 2006-12-18
  I definitely have 2 left feet, so I was hesitant to buy this video. But, because there are 10 minute segments, I figured I'd give it a try.I'm sooo glad I did. The moves are basic enough for someone even like me. I was so excited when I realized I was able to follow along. I was sweating really good too! I've only done 3 segments so far and looking forward to doing the others as well. Jennifer cues very well too. I'm so glad I FINALLY found a dance video that I can do :)
  
  
• Disappointed about Music
  By A326CMADLWM7D3 on 2007-02-19
  I was looking for an exercise DVD that would be fun to dance to. I was hoping for good dance music. So I was disappointed in this DVD because it doesn't have good dance music, just the same background music with dance moves. I was able to do the dance moves, there were only a couple of moves I had to rewind a few times. And I'm not sure about the ab moves where you move your rib cage - I can't tell if I'm doing that correctly. I will continue to use this one for a while, but I'll still be looking for one that has fun music to move to. Maybe I should try a Jazzercize one.
  
  
• Am I THAT clumsy?
  By A3BG8MVHO6HSDP on 2007-01-11
  I really didn't think so until I tried this video. It is a comfort to me that other folks couln't follow or keep up. By the end of the first "basic" segment I felt like a complete loser and hopelessly frustrated. She'd keep saying "Did you catch that?" and by the end my response was, well, unprintable at the least. The workout definately got my heart rate up, but it was more stress than excersize, as I couldn't follow her at all. Fuhgettaboutit.
  
  
• Loving the 10 Minute Solutions!
  By AH7FWHWAXMBPG on 2008-02-04
  I got the Slim & Sculpt Pilates one first and loved it. So I decided to pick this one up, too, for some convenient at-home cardio without needing any equipment. Great DVD! I love that you can create your own workout by pre-selecting the order of the 10 minute workouts, or just do one at a time. The workouts are interesting, fun and definitely get your heart rate up.
  
  
• If I can do it, anybody can!
  By AG1XQM4KZRS5S on 2007-01-16
  I picked this video up about a week ago and love it! The first two days were a bit frustrating, because I have no dance experience other than an introduction to basic ballet class I took in college. I had never even danced at a school function. Yet, after a week of giving it this video a try, I find myself following along pretty easily.
  
  The instructor has movements that are clear and easy to follow. She never gets into a groove and runs away from you with the moves. Each step is well defined, so if you keep your eyes on her at all times, you should do fine. I also appreciate that while she's upbeat, she isn't "perky" and annoying. I feel motivated when I'm doing the routines, and enjoy the challenge, without the cringe sensation some instructors cause me by their attitude or comments during the workout. Since it's a video, you have to hear the comments over and over and over again, so that's important.
  
  If you're looking for something you can do quickly as a beginner, that really works up a sweat and gets you moving without becoming dull, I definitely recommend this video. I feel more coordinated and more fit already. :)
  
  
• Easy to follow, solid cardio workout
  By ACQTEHY8775IB on 2007-04-24
  Jennifer Galardi has produced another terrific dance-inspired workout. Like her Crunch and Prevention videos, her routines are fun, well-cued, and easy to follow (with a bit of practice). I like doing all 5 sections together for a well-rounded workout (note-there is no section that targets the upper body). The great thing is that your heart rate is up even during the strengthening segments. I find myself returning to this video again and again.
  
  
• Fun Workout
  By A1FRUBVGTMAJMU on 2006-11-08
  This was a really fun workout. The time flew by and I didn't even feel like looking at the clock, which I usually do with other workouts. The instructor knew how to cue and that helped. Admittedly, this is not a "play the video and workout immediately", it took me several times to finally get the footwork down, but it was a fun process which got my heartrate up and made me sweat.
  
  
• better already know how to dance.....or heart rate doesn't change much
  By A30PIXIAIFB20B on 2006-12-01
  I love the 10 minute soultion series. I have two pilates dvds and the toning dvd. All three are excellent. So, I bought this one as well. The instructor is really cute....she has a good time. But she moved too fast for me to pick up the steps. They seem simple enough but graceless-but-hopeful-dancerercisers like me need one more set that is slower to learn the moves on. I think repetition would help. This is my fifth viewing and I just can't seem to get one step before she's on to the next one and "Hey let's add this and turn around and ...." she was three steps ahead of me most of the time. If anyone out there can recommend a dancercise aerobic DVD that I could learn from I'd really appreciate it.
  I get so much out of home exercise DVD's and thought maybe I'd stumbled on to one that would be for clumsters like me. Not yet....maybe I can learn on another DVD & come back to this one...
  
  
  
• Great Workout Video...
  By A2LNY2APGZCKU1 on 2006-12-31
  I have read many reviews and was unsure to buy this product or not..I'm not a big fan of workout videos but I wanted to start. I'm a great dancer so I had always thought these videos were cheesey aS well as a waste of money..I WAS WRONG. I ordered 4 videos to start out with and by far..this is my FAVORITE. I'm sure some are sceptic because of the "10 Minute" segments but honestly, if you pay attention, do what Jennifer says, you get a GREAT workout..you can even keep moving once you learn the routine as she's going to the next steps...PLEASE TRY IT, SHE'S GREAT!!
  
  
• Good... but not good enough
  By A2GDMZIMVUJWBJ on 2007-01-04
  I'm a college student and am determined to keep off the Freshman 15. While I have access to a gym, I've found that I just don't have the time or energy to put in a full workout - so I found that this type of movie is perfect for me because I can do this without dealing with a whole hour out of my day.
  
  But, besides that, I wasn't too pleased with this. I'm not out of shape, I just wanted something that could keep me in shape with a little fun but out of the 5 exercises, I really only like 3 of them. One of them I just /can't/ do one of the moves. It's some crazy foot thing and - well I gave up. The ohter just doesn't get my blood pumping. But, I really enjoy the other three. The problem is that doing the exact same routine every morning can get pretty old pretty fast.
  
  All in all, I enjoyed this DVD but found that while some moves were definitely confusing, it wasn't difficult enough for someone who just wanted to stay toned, not really "burn fat".
  
  
• Just Okay
  By A2KAFKFL8CYJKG on 2007-01-11
  I have never used any of the 10 minute videos before and purchased several at once. Althought I have really enjoyed the Kickboxing and the Fitness ball ones I have not liked this one as much. I wanted something fun and different to introduce to my workouts but found this DVD a little hard to follow and hard for me to do since I have knee trouble. I didn't realize there would be such jumpy aerobic types of moves. Maybe it's better suited for a more coordinated person!
  
  
• Are you kidding me?
  By AJTU3XY4IL3E0 on 2008-01-26
  I'm not a dancer but I didn't think my co-ordination was too bad until I popped this video in the DVD player. There is very little instruction as she starts each of the workouts and almost no explanation of what each of the moves actually is.
  
  Before you even know what body part is supposed to be moving to what rythym and/or direction, she's moved on to add another step and you find yourself stopping entirely so you might be able to figure out each of the moves.
  
  If not for the closed door, I'm sure my family would have been calling the paramedics thinking I was having some sort of seizure.
  
  Don't waste your money on this one unless you've had years of dance instruction.
  
  
• THIS DVD IS SO FUN!!!!
  By A3ES44HLS91BOK on 2007-04-24
  THE DANCE MOVES ARE VERY EASY AND SHE GOES OVER THEM ENOUGH TIMES FOR YOU TO CATCH ON. I ALSO LIKE THE FACT THAT YOU CAN MIX THE SEGMENTS TO MAKE YOUR OWN EXERCISE PROGRAM. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS DVD FOR ANYONE OVER THE AGE OF FOURTY OR ANYONE WHO HAS NEVER DONE ANY TYPE OF CARDIO ACTIVITY, YOU'LL ONLY GET FRUSTRATED.
  
  
• Too much in too little time
  By A2Q22F79V2ENUL on 2007-08-11
  Great concept, but too many moves stuffed into too little time.
  
  I bought this on a recommendation from Prevention (if I remember correctly, it was a while ago), and it seemed simple. Not so. I have other dance workouts, so it's not like I can't learn moves, but it's just too much to learn and put together in a 10 minute time span.
  
  
• Good Cardio, Difficult Toning
  By A2UX1GYDG4RREI on 2007-09-05
  I just got done doing the exercises for the second time. The cardio routines are great! Got my heart pumping and I broke a sweat in no time. But the toning exercises...those are pretty hard if you aren't a great dancer/don't know how to move your body. She goes through the movements pretty fast and there isn't much explanation how to do them. I found it extremely difficult to follow along. The ab exercises were pretty much impossible for me cuz I don't know how to "roll" my abs/upper body. If you're inexperienced and just wanna dance to burn off some fat, I'd recommend this DVD for that. It's definitely funner to do than other workout DVDs. If you're an inexperienced dancer and wanna tone up, look for something else--unless you have a friend who can teach you how to move.
  
  
• fun and good work out
  By A16DSHUCJR7318 on 2007-10-21
  I have been able to really enjoy working out every morning with this video in my rotation. I go to it about 4 out of 7 mornings because it is my favorite. I follow about 30 min of cardio from this one with 10-20 minutes of pilates and feel great.
  
  
• Fun cardio with a learning curve
  By AX44H7HGZZHQ1 on 2008-04-14
  This video is a good routine to change up your everyday cardio. The moves are fairly simple and the instructor goes over each individual step multiple times before combining anything. Each routine is run through multiple times at the end and also a few times from the top each time the instructor adds a new step. I only have two cons. First, there really is a learning curve. Some of the steps took just a little longer for me to pick up than the time given by the instructor. I did like the fact that she goes through the full routine each time you learn a new step because that gave me a bit more time to firm things up before we moved on to add yet another step. Second, some of the routines seemed a little one-sided. As silly as it may sound, one routine in particular seemed to concentrate on the right side of the body. Yes, this is cardio, but you are still using your muscles, which still means toning. I may be super-paranoid, but I also do not like to tire one side and not the other. My simple solution was to make my own routine going the other way. That takes a bit of coordination, but it worked. Overall, the cuing is great, the instructor is very into her routines and the video was a nice change from your traditional "boot camp" or "aerobic" workouts. Worth the less than $10 I paid just for the change. Oh, and HUGE PLUS, the abs workout was great! It's all a standing workout, but I really felt it. She uses simple moves, but I am not used to doing any standing abs so it was a great change that I felt in the morning.
  
  
• Great Dances!
  By A869JCZ6W4NNZ on 2007-03-16
  This workout dvd is great! Unlike some dvds it goes slow so you can get the steps down. I break a sweat everytime I dance. It's fun unlike other workout dvds. It gives you 5 types of worksouts to do, so you can work any part of the body. I reconmend anyone to buy this energetic dvd!!
  
  
• Passes the "use" test
  By AAZA6R282GVF5 on 2007-08-31
  My wife actually has started using it, so it must be all right! I picked this one based on the mostly positive reviews, but you never know until it gets into the user's hands. She seems to enjoy most of routines. Thanks for everyone's feedback.
  
  
• Pretty good
  By A3QOIKEM8IXC6I on 2008-04-17
  I'm a 19 year old college student with a few hours of free time a day and so I usually take about 2 hours a week to do some of these workout segments.
  When I first started I realized how clumsy I am because I could not do 100% of the moves. I still do what I can and it makes me feel great afterwards.
  My only suggestion to those who are thinking of purchasing this is to take it a little bit at a time instead of jumping into 30 minutes right away like I did. It is easier to get a hang of the kind of moves you'll be doing then. Overall, I'm satisfied with this DVD and I find it kinda fun to work out in this way.
  
  
• Very Pleased
  By ANNC3Y4G4WITV on 2007-03-10
  I thought this dance workout was very good. Easy to follow along and perfect for a quick workout. The instructor gave clear easy to follow directions and wasn't the "cheerleader" annoying fitness lady that you often find on workout DVD's. Great for beginners!
  
  
• Easy but effective..
  By A3TTS41NVX7HLP on 2007-03-31
  This workout seems quite easy, as the instructor goes through each of the moves with clear instruction, building step upon step. Each of the 5 workouts are 10 minutes each, which means you can just do a few extra on top of another workout - which is what I often do, or do the whole workout (all 5 sections) in one hit - which is an excellent all round workout.. I find it gets me into a mild sweat - even though it doesn't actually feel like you're doing a whole lot. It really does 'feel' easy.. and the steps are fun to learn - though a one or two of them I had to try quite a few times before figuring them out.. It's kind of low key but effective - rather than dynamic and lively. I like it as a follow-on after a 45minute dance workout - to give me a good 90 minute workout.. and what's great about it, is that if I don't have enough time - as sometimes happens - I will just do 2 or 3 of the 10 minute sections on top of my other workout, so from that angle I find it an excellent addition to my DVD workout collection. It's also good on days when you're feeling really tired - as it's enough to get you worked out well, but without complicated (or highly active) moves that can cause injury when you're tired.. This might not be dynamic and lively like a cardio dance workout, but it has firm strong movements via dance steps, and actually works! After just 4-5 days of doing this I could notice my body was toning all over - hips, thighs, tummy! Also I've found that it helps to really do the workout energetically - ie on the marching steps, really get into it and get a rhythm going - and then you'll find you WILL get your heart rate right up and 'feel' like you've worked out! I am left feeling quite energised by this workout - which feels great..
  
  
• Sweat Sweat Sweat
  By A2VER0PJA8DQ9A on 2007-08-18
  Out of all the work out dvd's i have bought this is my absolute favorite. Perosnally i get very bored doing the same work outs for 30 minutes or more. This dvd is so great b/c you have 5 different 10 minute dance routines to choose from that target seperate areas of the body. Plus there is an option to customize your own workout. I really work up a sweat just doing any one of the 10 minute workouts. Its even better combining 2 or 3 at a time. It is very convenient for anyone who doesnt have much time to work out and can only fit in 10 minutes a day-it gets you feeling so good in my opinion it makes you want to do more than just one 10 minute work out.
  
  
• Good, but with problems...
  By A3T4ZUXQBTIXNN on 2008-02-07
  I like the idea of this video, however I wish they had a segment that just teaches you the basic moves before you even get started on the workout. I find that for those who are not coordinated, it takes a while to get some of the steps down - and they move pretty quickly. I do like being able to customize the segments.
  
  This should come with a warning though - it's very difficult to do this workout on carpet. So unless you have hardwood or other smooth hard floor surface, I would pass...
  
  
• LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT
  By AAE928EMW6VW5 on 2008-03-11
  I am an extremely fickle exerciser, by that I mean I know I should do it, I don't, and when I find a workout I like, it's really hard to keep me going. But I LOVE this DVD. After my first workout, I kept it in my dvd player ready for my next workout. This tape (as well as total series) has really kept me on track. I started by doing one session per day, and I've added on as my stamina is improving. Some of the moves are still a little tricky, but not discouragingly difficult.
  
  I highly recommend this product.
  
  

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