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beatrice sanchez
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Cathe Intensity workout series: Pyramid Upper Body and Lower Body workouts
Both the upper and lower body workouts are awesome. Definitely challenging no matter what your level of fitness is. I'm actually sore from these workouts as I type this!
Jessica Peterson
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Athletic Step DVD
This workout rocks!!! I was sweating bullets, the music was amazing (kind of 80's inspired techno) and the moves are very well choreographed to the music. This one will be a cult classic. Cathe delivers again!!!
Customer
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Imax 3 DVD (from the Hardcore series)
I started doing IMAX 3 when I realized how overweight I was after having my baby. It had been a long time since I had done a step aerobic workout so I started with this one. WOW!! I loved it....I haven't mastered it yet, but I am always up for a challenge. IMAX 3 is helping shed some pounds and allowing me to take my fitness to another level!!
Kerri Brooks
Verified Buyer
Full 90 day strength trainingExercise Program: Full Body Exercise Routine & Total Body Workouts with STS and Cathe
I've done the STS 3 month program several times now. I loved the results I got from working out to Cathe's other DVDs but I never saw such definition in my arms and legs until I tried STS. I spent a couple of days testing my 1 rep max for each exercise. It was a little time consuming but well worth it. I realized I wasn't pushing myself nearly as hard as I could until I did the 1 rep max test. Knowing my 1 rep max helped me to get the results I got with STS- I highly recommend testing your 1 rep max before starting STS to make sure you push yourself enough to get great results. You can log onto Cathe's Workout Manager for free and record the weight and reps you did for each workout. The Workout Manager then recalculates what weight you should use for the next workout. So once you get your 1 rep max down, the WM does all the math for you. (I like that)! This is a great set of DVDs that is well worth the price!
Amanda
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Athletic Step DVD
I purchased this DVD recently and previewed it once before trying it for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised that I was able to nail most of the combos on the first try. The DVD consists of an easy to follow warm-up followed by 3 easy to follow step combos and you do all 3 combos together for a finished product and then there is a surprise intensity blast at the end. The name says it all, this is Athletic step movements, no dancy stuff here. A lot of the moves I've seen in other Cathe step DVD's, some were new to me, but I got the hang of it quickly. It usually takes me a few trys to get the moves on Cathe's other workouts, but this one just clicked!
Ama
Verified Buyer
Imax 3 DVD (from the Hardcore series)
I am so thrilled, I have done Imax 3 two times in the past week. I have to admit, I was always a little intimidated by this DVD, I thought the choreography was going to be way too hard for me to learn, but I did it! I watched it a few times before trying it and what I did was do the step combo premix only so I could learn the combos and not worry about the blasts. That premix is only about 30 minutes, so I set aside a longer cardio workout time and just kept backing up the combos that gave me trouble, soon enough I pretty much mastered them all. Then last Saturday I decided it was time to do the whole thing. What a workout! I was soaked by the end. There are 10 step combos that alternate with 10 high impact, high energy blasts. The combos are easy to learn and don't consist of a lot of moves and since they repeat six times you have a good chance to watch it and learn it. The blasts will get your heart pumping big time. I love it!
Amanda
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STS Users' Guide
I am just one week away from completing the entire STS program and I have used the STS Guide everytime I do STS. It is very handy to have near my workout area so I can always see what exercise is coming up next no matter which dvd I'm doing. There is a lot of detailed information on how to do a 1RM test and advice on how to use the program. There is a disc by disc breakdown of each exercise in the order its performed, along with the 1 RM for the exercise and the number of reps performed. The only reason I am giving it a 4 star rating is that some diet and nutrition advice would have been good to include. If we're taking the time to do 1 RM testing and making a 90 day or longer commitment to STS, it would be really nice to have some brief advice on how to eat for each phase (example: how to eat to build muscle during the Hypertrophy phase). Other than that, its a bible for the STS user!
Kristina Hefner
Verified Buyer
Intensity DVD
Just got this dvd and did it for the first time, wow! It was fun, time went fast and boy, did I burn the calories! :) I like the mix of step, bootcamp type moves, HIIT, low impact - mixing it up is great.
DENISE M.
Verified Buyer
Slow & Heavy Series 3 Workout Set DVD
Cathe's Slow & Heavy Series is perfect for increasing strength gains. I was able to move the bar on my weight selections after doing this workout. Love the slow and steady count as you lift the weight for each exercise. Cathe even keeps the slow count on exercises like push ups. Another terrific workout.
Maria Maier
Verified Buyer
STS Total Body DVD
When I get behind with the STS program, I use this workout to catch up. This workout works my entire body, upper, lower and abs.
DENISE M
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Cathe Body Blast Series: Kick, Punch, and Crunch + Legs Workout DVD
A workout junkie in '80s/'90s, I rarely missed the classic ":20 MINUTE WORKOUT" with Bess Motta early ams on local TV. I discovered Cathe Friedrich when she came out with Step N Motion videos. Couple yrs ago I left a job that became increasingly stressful, during which time I became increasingly unfit and unhappy. I re-discovered Cathe on FitTv & decided to regain my fitness. After completing KPC, I realized how much I lost my fitness level during that period. KPC produces fast results, you will sweat buckets. Pikes on ball were hardest exercise, but the whole program kicks butt. Cathe cues perfectly, Jai & Lorraine are an in sync crew, and music is plus. L&G is equally good. Cathe varies exercises-with/without weight, classic/new. One of the hardest lower body workouts you will ever do. Explosive lunges & plies (w/curtsy) are quite effective. Sculpting drills w/Jeannie arms on high step surprise favorite. Cathe shines with excellent prompts. Songs memorable. Length just 51 mins.
Dana Shepperd
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Cathe Friedrich's Circuit Blast workout video exercise dvd
I am an intermediate exerciser trying to get back in shape and love this workout. You get a little of everything, cardio, toning and core work in 44 minutes. Although it doesn't provide a lot of strength work, it provides enough muscular challenge that it will enhance the fat burning impact (IMO). I do not think this would be a good choice for a beginning exerciser simply due to the advanced moves, not the length of the workout. I especially like the fact that the non-traditional core work is interspersed throughout the workout. I think the workout functions well as it was intended - fairly short workout that hits lots of bases.
beatrice sanchez
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Cathe's High Step Circuit workout and exercise DVD
I love that Cathe is one of the very few women in the industry who actually encourage women to lift heavy weights and push themselves to the limit. However, I would only recommend this dvd for an absolute beginner who has no experience whatsoever in lifting weights. I would still recommend heavier weights because you need enough weight to challenge your muscles. Cardio isn't bad though.
beatrice sanchez
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Cathe Basic Step + Body Fusion step aerobic Workout DVD
I'm sorry, but I'm just not a big fan of step workouts! I absolutely love Cathe's strength & toning workouts, which have made me a loyal fan of hers but the step is just not my cup of tea.
I still think that this is a bit too advanced for someone who is totally new to the step, but I guess if you keep doing it you will eventually get it. Maybe if I was actually good I would probably enjoy it but I'm more into cardio workouts like kickboxing, plyometrics, and bootcamp style workouts.
I would also suggest that once you master the strength exercises to use heavier weights.
I still think that this is a bit too advanced for someone who is totally new to the step, but I guess if you keep doing it you will eventually get it. Maybe if I was actually good I would probably enjoy it but I'm more into cardio workouts like kickboxing, plyometrics, and bootcamp style workouts.
I would also suggest that once you master the strength exercises to use heavier weights.
beatrice sanchez
Verified Buyer
MMA Kickbox DVD
I took mixed arts for a few years, and as I said in my last review, you have to put all your power into it otherwise this will not work for you. As for the person who questioned Cathe's knowledge in MMA, you have to remember that this is a workout dvd that will help you get in shape, not prepare you for a MMA competition.
Maybe I would've added a few moves here and there, but anybody with experience would be tempted to do so. Overall it was not a bad workout.
Maybe I would've added a few moves here and there, but anybody with experience would be tempted to do so. Overall it was not a bad workout.
beatrice sanchez
Verified Buyer
MMA Fusion DVD
Okay, if people didn't find this "cardio challenging" is simply because they were dancing around and probably waving their arms and legs without putting much power into their strikes. It really helps when you have an imaginary target (e.g. husband, coworker, etc,) in front of you, and actually strike like you mean it. Trust me, you will feel the difference. As oppose to traditional cardio (which I'm not a fan of) these kind of workouts actually do wonders for your legs, arms, and core. But put your power into it!
Amy
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Fitness by Cathe Cardio Club Step
Personally I can not tell the difference between this step and the original Club Step. Both are excellent steps!
I do a lot of step workouts and this step was introduced in conjunction with a pre-sale and I needed a new step.
If your original club step still works, then save your money. If you need a new step, then this one would be the one I would purchase - esp. during pre sale when you can get 20% off products.
I do a lot of step workouts and this step was introduced in conjunction with a pre-sale and I needed a new step.
If your original club step still works, then save your money. If you need a new step, then this one would be the one I would purchase - esp. during pre sale when you can get 20% off products.
Customer
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Cathe's High Step Circuit workout and exercise DVD
I love this dvd and step. You can add risers to increase the intensity and she does plenty of variation for an all over workout. At first I thought the video was going to be cheesy but its a great workout and she encourages you at all the right moments. Enjoy working out to this one that I plan to purchase the higher intensity dvd.
Glo Go
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Strength Gloves
I love these gloves!! I can still keep my rings on because the weight is distributed to the inside padding and my palms are protected. They increase the gripping power of the weights, even my heaviest weights, and I feel totally in control of the weight that I am using. They are a very good value and extremely comfortable. I also noticed that my hands do not sweat at all, even through the most intense of workouts. It's great for us ladies that do not want calluses on our hands just to show off our muscles!!!
Maria Maier
Verified Buyer
Full 90 day strength trainingExercise Program: Full Body Exercise Routine & Total Body Workouts with STS and Cathe
These DVDs are worth every penny. I have been working out with Cathy dvds for some years now. The STS program took me to a different level of fitness. The way Cathe designed the program makes it safe. She guide you all the way reinforcing proper form. I feel stronger than ever. This is my third time using the program. I love... it. Thank you Cathe.
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Since our company was founded in 1988 our goal has always been to bring you the same quality and intensity health club workout our gym members enjoy into the privacy of your own home. We have done this through the years with VHS tapes, DVDs and digital downloads. Now, we also bring you the newest way to work out with Cathe: — Cathe Live and Cathe OnDemand.
With Cathe Live you get to see and experience Cathe in the same way our gym members do—unrehearsed, unscripted and little to no editing, with up to four new workouts every month. Now you too can work out with Cathe almost every week at her gym no matter where you live! All workouts are not only broadcast live, but also recorded so that you may view and work out to them whenever you like, 24/7.
You can watch Cathe OnDemand videos on your computer or almost any mobile device and stream it to your big TV. And best of all, when you subscribe to Cathe OnDemand not only do you get unlimited access to all 300+ workouts (the same workouts you get on our DVDs), you also get access to 2400+ Premixes, the Workout Blender, 210+ Cathe Live workouts, bonus videos, and you receive unlimited access to any new video production we make, including our newest releases for no additional charge.
Stream your workouts from your laptop, tablet, or mobile device to your TV. Now you can take your Cathe OnDemand and Cathe Live workouts with you wherever you go.
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Since our company was founded in 1988 our goal has always been to bring you the same quality and intensity health club workout our gym members enjoy into the privacy of your own home. We have done this through the years with VHS tapes, DVDs and digital downloads. Now, we also bring you the newest way to work out with Cathe: — Cathe Live and Cathe OnDemand.
With Cathe Live you get to see and experience Cathe in the same way our gym members do—unrehearsed, unscripted and little to no editing, with up to four new workouts every month. Now you too can work out with Cathe almost every week at her gym no matter where you live! All workouts are not only broadcast live, but also recorded so that you may view and work out to them whenever you like, 24/7.
You can watch Cathe OnDemand videos on your computer or almost any mobile device and stream it to your big TV. And best of all, when you subscribe to Cathe OnDemand not only do you get unlimited access to all 300+ workouts (the same workouts you get on our DVDs), you also get access to 2400+ Premixes, the Workout Blender, 210+ Cathe Live workouts, bonus videos, and you receive unlimited access to any new video production we make, including our newest releases for no additional charge.
Stream your workouts from your laptop, tablet, or mobile device to your TV. Now you can take your Cathe OnDemand and Cathe Live workouts with you wherever you go.
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