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Sweat Unlimited (Volume 1): Excuse Proof Your Workout is the first in a new series of exercise videos from Sara Haley, a certified trainer and instructor through the American Council on Exercise, the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, and is a Pre and Post Natal Specialist by the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. This DVD includes 4 different workout programs with 105 minutes of "no excuse" workouts. With interval training, dance inspired moves, core strengthening, and extreme 5 minute workouts, you will have no excuse to skip workouts. Designed to tackle those pesky pounds, Sara will help you get over that weight loss plateau.
Review: I must say, I could write a book of excuses for not exercising. I'm too tired...I don't have enough time...I have fibromyalgia and have to be careful not to overdo it...I hate to sweat...and the list goes on. So, I figured if someone has a workout DVD that does not allow for excuses, I might as well see if I can do it too. I love the set up of the DVD - you can choose between different workouts depending on the desired intensity and the amount of time you actually have. Because I do have a valid medical reason for taking it easy (notice that I did not use the word "excuse") I opted to try the 5 minute "reach, relax, and rejuvenate" flexibility workout and 15 minute "sweat strength" workout.
I really liked the stretch routine. I have been doing yoga for some time and this short routine was a really nice way to stretch out and get a small burst of energy. I used it right before the next routine to help get me prepared. Knowing that I am out of shape, I was realistic and chose a 15 minute routine. Let me tell you, 15 minutes may not seem like a long time but you really get quite the work out. Between the routines and the fact that I decided it was a great idea to exercise when it was 85 degrees, I realized that sweat is truly unlimited. It just keeps coming and coming! I promised to try this with no excuses....I never said I wouldn't moan and complain! All kidding aside, I actually really liked this workout DVD for a variety of reasons:
- Sarah Haley is motivating without being obnoxious. Sure, I did find it slightly annoying that I was sweating like a pig while she still looked perfect, but I found her overall personality to be much more tolerable than many other exercise coaches out there.
- There is a count down clock. I have done workouts before and given up because I just did not think I could go on any longer. Seeing a timer on the edge of the screen really helped. Rather than giving up, I told myself I can do this for XX minutes longer!
- There are options for those who are less fit and options for those who would like a real challenge. It should go without saying that I chose the easy route.
- A full body workout is truly condensed into a short amount of time. Yes, I felt it...everywhere...even more so the next day!
- I am actually looking forward to working out again. I felt amazing after the first workout. I may even do so without excuses, but I am just not sure I can do so without moaning and groaning :-)
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*I was provided with a complimentary copy in order to facilitate this review. All views expressed are my own.
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