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PowerStrike with Ilaria Montagnani

Backcover description: Powerstrike is an intense cardiovascular workout that teaches martial arts authentic movements in a dynamic format. This one hour, non stop, cardiovascular workout will take you through drills and combinations using jabs, crosses, hooks, up

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PowerStrike with Ilaria Montagnani

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Shape February 2007
	“Ilaria’s energy and abs have had women flocking to her classes in NYC for over a decade. Her spot-on cuing ensures you don’t cheat on form.”

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Level:		Inter/Advan

Aerobics impact:		Lower

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Upper & Lower body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		7 minutes	(15%)
Lower body:		14 minutes	(30%)
Upper/lower:		26 minutes	(55%)

	(includes toning in blended aero/tone segments)

Instructor:		Ilaria Montagnani
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Certified instructor description: An ultra-thorough kickboxing workout that focuses on strength, power and control. Ilaria will keep you energized with her buff physique, perfect form and no-nonsense approach. Using high reps of simple-but-challenging exercises, her moves are carefully designed to burn fat as they tone your muscles (with never a wasted motion). You’ll start with a series of punches: crosses, jabs, hooks and upper cuts. Then you’ll add the kick variations: front kicks, roundhouses and crescents. That’s followed by 25 minutes of varied combos — fast-tempo/high-intensity punch-and-kick patterns that use the movements you learned earlier. ©2006. DVD has: Wide screen.

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PowerStrike with Ilaria Montagnani
Love this workout!
Wow, Ilaria is a seriously ripped woman! But fear not, as soon as you get going, she throws a gentle smile your way every now and then. She teaches so thoroughly at the start that it made it easy to keep correct form. I loved this workout!! And if you want to work out some frustrations, try this one! - posted by Jan on 5/17/2012

Want to own the rest of these!
This was a fun workout! She even uses the boxing cues that I am use to from college boxing class 1-2-1 2-1-2. As I have said in other reviews Ilaria is a wonderful instructor and I can't wait to own the rest of her videos. More please!! - posted by Angela on 3/29/2012

one of my new favorite instructors!!!!
I've heard people say that, like Pilates, you either love or hate kickboxing. Well, I love kickboxing, and I give all credit to Ilaria Montagnani. First of all, she "walks the walk" in that she's incredibly fit, and seeing her impeccable form and professionalism make me want to do more and get in even better shape. I had a couple of technical issues with the actual DVD in that I needed to ask Collage for two replacements, but two great customer service agents later, I had a working copy and did the workout (about five times so far) and like it more and more. There is "choreography" to memorize, but it's not "Dancing with the Stars" or step or dread-factor-interval training a la Michelle Dozois-- there is footwork, but Ilaria Montagnani cues really well and by the second time, you'll feel more comfortable with the steps (if you don't pick it up the first time around)! If you're on the fence, I highly suggest you just buy it and try it yourself. I personally think this is MUCH BETTER than Tae Bo, and I do like Billy Blanks a lot. Check out other videos from Montagnani, too! This is the second DVD I've tried from her-- the first being Atletica-- and I plan to get more. - posted by Nicole on 2/4/2012

Good, but not as challenging as Powerstrike 5
Instructor is clear and attentive to technique. The workout is enjoyable, but it is not as challenging as some later workouts. - posted by Mary on 2/2/2012

surprisingly challenging
I'm used to faster paced cardio kickboxing routines, so I did not expect to be adequately challenged by this workout. However, I was wrong. Simply adjusting my focus and increasing my concentration on precision and power made a great difference in the intensity level. Ilaria's cuing is clear, and her form is inspiring in its perfection. I didn't find the routines to be repetitious or boring at all. This is a solid workout that sneaks up on you until you realize you've reached the end - sweaty, happy, and empowered. - posted by Jennifer B. on 11/26/2011

Great workout.
I have become a real fan of Ilaria. I think she is an excellent instructor. My heart rate goes up, I work up quite the sweat but my 50+ year old joints don't have to suffer. I also have her other 2 Powerstrike kickboxing workouts and I hope she has plans to make more in the future. - posted by Bonnie on 11/19/2011

PowerStrike is a winner
I enjoy this workout. The routines are easy to learn. Ilaria is pleasant. She goes through punch and kick to ensure that they are done properly so as to protect joints and back and to make sure you're getting the most out of each one. Although her help smiles the entire time it's not annoying. Some workouts you look forward to doing and some you don't. I don't dread this one at all and know I'm getting a good overall workout. The only reason I'm not giving it five stars is I wouldn't mind a few more routines. - posted by melissa on 7/15/2011

Ilaria workout
great workout!! Ilaria explains technique right on target. I will order more of her dvds in the future. I give this dvd 5 stars. - posted by Roxanne on 7/7/2011

Powerstrike
I love this workout. The moves are basic and the instructor makes it easy to follow along by 'adding on'. I've been doing kickbox for a few years and this is the most challenging video I have...definitely got my heart rate up. I would definitely buy more videos by Ilaria. The only thing I don't like is the menu set-up ...or lack of. You have to listen through the basics each time - you can't go right to the workout. It's only about 5 minutes but still when I'm pressed for time I don't want to listen to it. - posted by Karen on 6/2/2011

Powerstrike good workout and skillfully done
I was looking for a good cardio kickboxing workout. Have been using Billy Blanks Taebo Live series. I was especially concerned that Powerstrike show correct form to protect from injuries too. I am very please with Ilaria's Powerstrike workout and in time plan to order other of her kickboxing workouts. I found that she has good solid martial arts background in Karate besides kickboxing and trust her form that she teaches. It is a tough workout and I think is some harder than Taebo and even better rounded. Nice job! - posted by John Wilkinson on 4/22/2011

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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.