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Petra Kolber's Step-by-Step Strength Training

Backcover description: Fire up your metabolism and sculpt your entire body. Strength training is a key part of a healthy, active lifestyle. It tones muscles, burns calories, and builds stamina for a stronger, leaner body. But learning the proper form and techniq

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Shape September 2010
	"I loved the instant gratification. The easy-to-follow lessons are challenging, yet doable."

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Level:		Begin/Inter

Toning emphasis:		Total body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:	11 minutes	(16%)
Lower body:	11 minutes	(16%)
Upper/lower:	32 minutes	(46%)
Abs:	15 minutes	(22%)

Instructor:		Petra Kolber
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Certified instructor description: A no-nonsense toning workout especially structured and cued to instill perfect form. Step-by-step, Petra carefully demos each move as she explains its technique (e.g. “We’ll hinge at the hips and perform a row; you’ll squeeze your mid-back to lift the weight”). The program has four sections. The first two are upper-body and lower-body focused. The third segment features integrated, “functional fitness” exercises — moves that work multiple muscle groups at once (using motions used in everyday life). The last section is similar, but it also includes a variety of balance-training routines. Requires 2 to 5 lb. dumbbells. ©2010. DVD has: Chapter menus, Wide screen.

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Petra Kolber's Step-by-Step Strength Training
Great video
Great instruction,easy to follow,smart instructor.Results driven - posted by christine on 1/27/2012

Great instruction, easy to follow, varied routines to mix and match
I am starting to exercise regularly after a long hiatus so I looked for a beginner-intermediate strength and balance workout that I could grow with. Petra's instructions are easy to follow, she explains the moves well, and the weights can easily be increased as you advance. Two 10-min and two 20-min segments make it easy to vary the workout. This is a good addition to my workout library. - posted by Melanie on 11/13/2011

Just Love Petra
Great workout. Love anything Petra does. Her voice is soothing, great sense of humor, great cueing and thorough workout of all body parts. - posted by Diane on 8/25/2011

Not a bad video for beginners
I've only done one of the ten minute workouts and found it easy to follow and felt the effects the next day. I like that there are four different options to mix up so I won't get bored and will stick with my plan to get into shape. - posted by linda on 7/28/2011

fast paced but doable for new to wieght lifting
I was surprised that it was somewhat aerobic while being a easy enough to follow toning video. Good for me who is only used to walking for exercise but want to start toning. My thighs really felt it from the squats. I would have never done that much toning with out this motivational video. - posted by Mirinda on 7/7/2011

Great workout for Arthritis
This was my first Petra dvd but I had seen her on FitTV in the past. I do like this workout since I have went from high impact advanced moves to low impact due to extreme arthritis. The chair does help somewhat, but it could easily not be used. This workout will help me still stay fit with weights and will help me as my arthritis progresses (hopefully not too much). I would recommend it for beginners or for someone in my position. There isn't alot of jarring cardio which is great. I am looking to purchase another of her interval workouts and hopefully I can modify any high impact moves. - posted by Mlt on 6/27/2011

Reserving Judgement
I made it through the entire series, one section at a time over a week. I found most of the moves awkward but that is probably because I am not used to them. When I finished a workout, I never really felt satisfied. However, I do think it is good to confuse your muscles and give them different things to do, I will try it for one more week. - posted by Soyini on 6/16/2011

begn/inter total body petra kolber
very friendly instructor, easy to follow exercises. like it a lot. - posted by sima on 5/19/2011

Wonderful for easing back into exercise
I was a regular exerciser until I developed a serious illness that lasted five years. I'm now trying to get back into shape and this video has been the best! Petra's enthusiasm is infectious and her cuing impeccable. I would not define this as intermediate though, although you can add heavier weights to increase the challenge. - posted by Sharene on 5/15/2011

Great workout!
I followed Petra when she was younger on Fit TV and didn't care for her very much so I was skeptical about ordering this video. I must say I was pleasantly surprised to find that I actually enjoyed working out with her again. The workout was tough and very easy to follow and you can always increase the weight. I will look for more Petra videos in the future. - posted by Carrie on 3/9/2011

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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.

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.

Muscle Toning

Definition: Slow, controlled movements working against resistance (e.g. dumbbells, a band or just your own body weight). Includes Pilates and weight training.

Benefits: Builds lean muscles. Increases your metabolism. Makes everyday activities easier.