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New! Gilad's Lord of the Abs: Hard Core

Backcover description: Hard Core! Progressive Core Circuits The goal of this workout is to increase your explosive strength and overall stamina. Gilad takes you through 4 carefully designed circuits. Each circuit gets progressively more challenging as you develop

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Level:		Intermediate

Aerobics impact:		Mixed

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Abs

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Toning Emphasis

Abs:		30 minutes	(100%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Gilad
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(average of 8 customer ratings)

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Certified instructor description: A core-focused aero/tone interval program filmed on a Hawaiian beach. You'll firm your abs with the toning segments and burn the fat — covering those abs — with the aerobic sections (all easy-to-follow calorie burners like marches, jacks and jogs). The four circuits have a consistent sequence: balance, aerobics, plank exercises and classic floorwork. Never a wasted motion, Gilad's between-move transitions are always smooth and efficient. The entire program is progressive — the first circuit is easier; the last is more challenging. A step is suggested, but not required (it's used in the plankwork to improve positioning). ©2011. DVD has: Chapter menus, Wide screen.

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Gilad's Lord of the Abs: Hard Core

great core & aerobic workout

I've been a fan of Gilad since the mid 80's. I always enjoyed how his counting was in rhythm to the music, but some of his recent workouts had lost that quality. This is a good workout -- some of the more advanced moves are just that quite advanced, but he offers a way to do them for those not so advanced a great core strengthen & aerobic video. - posted by jody on 4/19/2012

Great Workout

Love a workout where I can "get it all in." Doing the advance moves gets my heart rate up. I was an instructor for many yrs. & am at an Intermediate to Advance level, (depending how I feel that day), working out 4 to 5 days a wk. Some days I'll do the first 3 circuits incorporating another type of workout with it. His sister Ada's Basic Training goes along great with this workout. All 4 circuits are great too with the 4th being the toughest! Loved this one so much that I ordered his Maximun Abs workout. - posted by Karen on 4/15/2012

great workout

I love the Lord of the abs Hard Core, there are a few workouts I couldn't do but it was great. I give it a 5 star. - posted by Diane on 4/12/2012

Another great workout!

This workout is really intense! You'll feel it in your abs the next day. But it's also easy enough that you'll look forward to doing it. - posted by Lisa on 4/6/2012

Wasn't what I expected

I was anticipating a bit more of a cardio aspect to this particular video in the series. Though I kind of liked the workout, I knew I wouldn't like doing it regularly--that I would get bored with it--especially due to the progressive workout aspect of it. - posted by Alexa on 3/15/2012

Really good!

Fun and enjoyable workout, great doing cardio and strength moves with no equipment on a beautiful beach. Nice sequences and I feel really worked out when I am done. One of my favorites of the new series. - posted by Cheryl on 3/1/2012

Gilad hit this one out of the park! I loved it!

This is the most fun, most CLASSIC GILAD workout in the LOTA series. I loved the playful interactions between Gilad and the random beach exerciser, and at some point during the final circuit Trella lost a shoe. Classic Gilad at it's best! I loved that Gilad saw fit to add chapter points! From the main menu (or by hitting the "next" button during the workout) you can access the Warm-up, 4 different circuits, and the stretch. The circuits get progressively longer (at 9:30, 11:30, 13:30, and 14:00 long) and progressively more challenging. The final circuit is killer with several minutes in plank position and a jackknife oblique crunch combo. I like the variety of standing and floor work; their are burpees included in each circuit but Gilad takes them at a very deliberate pace, even showing how to modify by using a step to put your hands on. I like how he moves along without lingering over a pattern or combo (no TIFTing here). All in all, this one is my favorite from the series. Very versatile (you can do just 1 circuit... or all 4 if you are feeling particularly warrior-like) and you get to chuckle over Gilad's antics while you sweat. Win-win! - posted by Alison on 2/16/2012

Amazing core workout!

Really good, Gilad always delivers....and the outdoor location is amazing. Bring on more Gilad! - posted by Nancy on 2/7/2012

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Level

Beginner: Just starting out, very overweight or haven't exercised in over six months.

Intermediate: Active in sports, dance or any regular exercise (2 to 3 times per week).

Advanced: Very active in sports or consistently work out four or more times per week.

Aerobics impact

Lower Impact: Both feet never leave the ground at the same time. This minimizes stress on your knees.

Higher Impact: Includes movements like jumps, hops and skips. Very high-impact is called plyometrics.

Mixed Impact: This alternates or combines the above styles.

Aerobics choreography

Basic: The easiest to follow. It ranges from simple walking-style marches to sports and athletic movements.

Complex: More intricate combinations and patterns. They're ideal for people who like to dance.

Moderate: More interesting than Basic, less dancy than Complex.

Toning emphasis

Upper body: Arms, chest and back.

Lower Body: Legs, thighs, hips and buttocks.

Abs: Abdominals (stomach), core and sometimes lower back.

Total body: Tones all three of the above muscle groups.

Floor aerobics & toning

Definition: Includes two workout activities. The aerobics segments are fast-paced standing movements like marching, dancing and jumping. These segments require no equipment. The toning sections are slow, controlled movements working against a resistance. These may include Pilates and weight training.

Benefits: The combination of both activities provides a balanced workout. The aerobics burns calories, strengthens your heart and increases stamina. The toning builds lean muscles, increases your metabolism and makes everyday activities easier.