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Michelle Dozois' Rockin' Body Cardio Jam |
  Fasten Your Seatbelt! |
| I’m an intermediate/advanced exerciser, doing floor aerobics, step, and weights for more than 15 years. I like this video, but I have to caution you: if there’s any doubt in your mind, do not put too much gusto into this workout until you’re more familiar with the moves. Like a dummy, the first time I did this I got swept up in the quick pace and music, chugging right along and loving it. I didn’t realize at first what an impact the torso-twisting moves had on my otherwise-strong lower back, and my iffy knees were a bit overwhelmed. (I’ve been able to ease the stress on vulnerable body parts by making the direction changes less dramatic. The intensity stays the same because the moves are so darned fast.) Ironically, as challenging as the rest of the workout can be, the cool-down involves very little stretching, so I end the sashaying and shoulder rolls a little early and begin my own stretching. Overall, this is a really fun, adaptable workout (via the six chapters), and a true sweat-fest, even if you only do the “express” version. - posted by Kim on 5/21/2012 |
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| Better each time I do it! |
| I like the format, and enjoy the moves. Each time I do the workout, I like it even better. I've tried the 35 min express, and then the longer version, and it is a great cardio workout, spaced well and not boring. I don't usually do a workout so many times in a row, but I bought Your Best Body Circuit at the same time and I'm having a ball alternating the two with Slim, Strong and Sexy Body, also from your body breakthru series. I am seeing more definition and increased stamina in only two weeks! - posted by Cindy on 5/17/2012 |
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| Love this workout |
| I've had this workout about a week and I do Love it. It makes me sweat, and gets my heartrate up. The one little bitty complaint that I have is Michelle doesn't cue good at times. At times she cues a few steps ahead then other times she cues AFTER she has started the step. But other than that it's a GOOD cardio workout. I've almost learned it all. I really like Michelle, she is really sweet and I like the way she turns around and looks at the girls working out with her, shes including them too, not just the person at home. I have some of her other workouts "The Ultimate Workout" and "Your Best Body Circuit" and I LOVE them too. So glad I bought them. Give them 5 stars as well. - posted by Mel.V on 2/28/2012 |
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| Disappointed...Confusing |
| After reading the reviews below, I was excited about this DVD, but was disappointed. The background is dark and fuzzy which makes it hard to see the movements of the exercisers. The transition from one exercise to another is confusing. Will not recommend this one. - posted by Janine on 11/16/2011 |
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| LOVE IT!!!! A TRUE GEM! |
| I have had this workout for a few years and I always come back to this one. I would rate it more int/adv than intermediate. It is tough! I like that it is a little dancey without being too dancey and athletic with plyos as well. I agree with another reviewer that alot of the dance aerobics just do not get your heart rate up enough. They are fun but not great workouts for me. More for my active rest days. I like that Michelle repeats the sections on both sides of the body so it is all done evenly. On days when you do not want to do all plyos, you can modify. The modifier is clearly visible. The other thing I like is that while you need space to do this workout, you do not need a TON of space. I hope Michelle will make other workouts like this one. I have her Peak 10 Interval Burn and that one is great as well. Get this one. It is tougher than advertised and a great workout. You will burn a ton of calories and sweat tons! - posted by J on 11/5/2011 |
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| Makes you sweat. |
| This was the first DVD that i purchased of Michelle Dozois, i was not disappointed michelle keeps you motivated all the way through the workouts and you do sweat, and by the end of the DVD you know that you have done a really good workout. - posted by Karen on 7/11/2011 |
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| Great cardio but moves too fast for proper form. |
| I don't consider myself a hard core exerciser but I have been doing videos for years. While this is a good dvd to break out in a sweat to, I feel she moves too fast through some of the combo's that you totally lose form. A slightly slowed down version on some of the more involved combos would be better. Michelle is a likeable instructor though. - posted by Angel on 5/18/2011 |
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| Good workout but not an exciting one |
| First of all, yes the set is a bit of an eyesore but you'll stop noticing that after you get going. This is a good cardio workout but there's nothing particularly innovative-all very basic kickboxing and floor aerobics moves. It's good for days when you are choreography adverse. There is a 50 minutes and express 30 minute version. My biggest complaint is the designated low impact exerciser is sometimes just doing "less high" impact-this is really noticeable in the last section. Michelle is likable, positive and a good cuer. The DVD also contains a personal message from Michelle about her struggles with her son's autism but it is separate from the workout (you don't have to watch or ff through it every time to get going.) - posted by Vanessa on 4/28/2011 |
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| Enjoyable Workout |
| This is my first workout with Michelle Dozois. I thought it was a great workout. It was constant cardio. Her cueing was excellent and she kept me motivated. As I have been ordering videos for years, I was so happy to find a new trainer that I enjoyed so much - posted by Lorraine on 3/18/2011 |
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| Not A Fan Of Floor Aerobics |
| It's going to serve its purpose to use for lite cardio when I do PT. Some of the moves were hard to coordinate, but pretty fun workout. - posted by JoAnn on 3/3/2011 |
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