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Fit Factor: Super snazzy fitness DVDs
Right now, I'm in the midst of a gym craze, which means I am going quite a bit (around 4 times a week.) Which is great, but I have to admit, there are times when I am definitely in a gym funk -- I just can't get motivated to make the trip. But I still need to work out so during those times, so I usually try a fitness DVD. They're especially good in the winter, when heading out into the freezing cold and scraping ice off your car is so not appealing. They're also great if you like you workout in the morning but don't like to get up early to battle the crowds at the gym. Yeah, DVDs can get repetitive after a while, but with Netflix offering them now so there's no need to do the same one over and over again.
This week, I decided to put together a list of awesome Fitness DVDs that will get your muscles toned and help you burn calories. Feel free to add your won favourites in the comments section. In no particular order:
This week, I decided to put together a list of awesome Fitness DVDs that will get your muscles toned and help you burn calories. Feel free to add your won favourites in the comments section. In no particular order:
Gut Busters: The Three T's
This week I'll talk about my exercise regimen, which has somehow become based on the letter T. Guess that's fitting, as I graduated from the University of Tennessee, home of that gaudy, big orange T (even trademarked). I've included a pic of one aspect of my workout routine-- my computer. Two of my T's include Tai Chi (as seen in the pic), and Tae Bo. I digitized an old Goldhil Qigong Tai Chi video, which is really a nice warm up. The kids were certainly entertained, at least. Although, when we really get into it, the Tae Bo video is great. It's the cardio version, and does a good job of strengthening my core (logically). The kids really like that one, as Billy Blanks does a great job of encouraging you throughout.
When there isn't time for those, or I just wanna get my heart going (with a little "me" time), I use the third T: treadmill. I am proud to say that, last year, we bought a very decent Pro-Form treadmill, and got the extended warranty to cover the thing. I'm even more pleased to note it hasn't gathered dust! Because my wife has been using it. And now that I'm on it, it's getting even more use.
When there isn't time for those, or I just wanna get my heart going (with a little "me" time), I use the third T: treadmill. I am proud to say that, last year, we bought a very decent Pro-Form treadmill, and got the extended warranty to cover the thing. I'm even more pleased to note it hasn't gathered dust! Because my wife has been using it. And now that I'm on it, it's getting even more use.
