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Crunch: Boot Camp Training

Backcover description: Welcome to Crunch Fitness! Atten-Tion!!! We want you to get up off the couch today and join us for an efficient, maximum calorie burner workout that will also tone your whole body. In Boot Camp Training, Crunch-style, we don’t waste any

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Shape July 2000
	"A solid, not-too-long effective bunch of fun exercises. I loved all the variations of old stand-bys."

Oxygen May 2004
	"A vigorous and thorough workout. Well-choreographed and sequenced. A motivating combination of body-shaping and fat-burning cardio."

Fitness September 2004
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	"An intense, fast-paced routine that targets your entire body. It intersperses cardio drills with weight moves such as squats plus overhead raises."

Fit October 2000
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	"Susan Hitzman has a really fun spirit and down-to-earth personality...the choreography is easy-to-follow." Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

USA Today July 12, 2001
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	"Offers a thorough total-body toning workout in 30 minutes."

Better Homes & Gardens February 2005
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	Best strength training. "Delivers a total-body workout in just 30 minutes. Sue Hitzman is a likeable drill instructor."

Fitness March 2000
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	"Won't take all day..."

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Level:		Intermediate

Toning emphasis:		Total body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:	7 minutes	(31%)
Lower body:	6 minutes	(26%)
Upper/lower:	6 minutes	(26%)
Abs:	4 minutes	(17%)

Instructor:

Sue Hitzman

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(average of 52 customer ratings)

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Certified instructor description: Well-sequenced routines that uniquely combine resistance, control and position variations for maximum body-shaping. In just 30 minutes you’ll get a thorough, total-body toning workout (you also get a little cardio benefit during some faster-paced sets). Each movement is designed to build on the previous one. E.g. you’ll start with basic squats, add some overhead presses and then increase that combo’s intensity by coming up from the squats as you do the overhead presses. Even the short ending stretch “active isolated flexibility” is innovative and fun. Sue Hitzman’s careful cuing and attention to technique are superb. Requires 3 to 10 lb. dumbbells. ©1999. DVD has: Chapter menus, Narrow screen.

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Crunch: Boot Camp Training
So good I ordered a replacement
This routine covers a lot of ground in 30 minutes - mixed aerobics and toning with a group. One group member does modifications for some of the harder moves. Well rounded and short enough so you're actually going to do it! I had this on VHS, but the tape got messed up and I ordered it on DVD as a replacement. - posted by JAN on 5/24/2013

Love Sue Hitzman
I've had this video for quite awhile now and really never get sick of it. It's effective when you have only a short time for a workout, and the instructor is really motivating...she just seems like she's having a great time all the way through. There's a nice balance of upper and lower body and also of strength and cardio. The only part I'm not a huge fan of is the 'active isolation' stretching at the end, but it's easy enough to just hold the stretches instead. I definitely recommend this as a quick all-around workout. - posted by Lisa on 4/1/2013

Back To The Basics!
Good 30 minute workout. Short and to the point routine. Look at those old-school sneakers.....I am happy to have in my exercise DVD library! - posted by Pedro on 3/10/2013

I love this video!
This workout is great: challenging and fun. Susan Hitzmann is encouraging without being corny. - posted by Marylouise on 7/19/2012

Gets to the Point!
This is a great workout. When I first got this workout a few years ago, I was very out of shape and thought it was way too hard. I always had the feeling that the video would get me into shape if I would actually do it. However, I started going to a real boot camp class in my community and now I do this boot camp video at least once a week and I can keep up with it now. Its definitely on the level of a real boot camp workout. Like many of the other reviewers have mentioned, you might just get some heavier weights that challenge your fitness level. Plus they show you modifications for your fitness level, so you can keep making it harder as your fitness level improves. Also, its short and sweet and you do get an all-over workout. I'm very pleased with it. - posted by Shanty on 7/17/2012

Short and Sweet!
This is a great workout for those days when you don't have an hour or more to exercise. A good warm up, a little cardio, and adequate strength training. Sue manages to hit all the major muscle groups in 30 minutes and you leave feeling like you've gotten a thorough workout. I've been doing this workout for over 10 years (my copy is on a VHS tape for goodness sake!) and it's still one of my favorites for busy days! Great bang for your buck! - posted by Carri on 5/29/2012

I liked it
It is hard but I feel good afterwards. I have had two kids and need a good workout that doesn't take long. - posted by Heather on 5/10/2012

Still one of my favorites
I've had this workout for 10 years and still love doing it. I wish Susan Hitzman would do more videos because she's a fun and funny instructor. I love her style and you can tell the 'troops' behind her love her too. This workout is challenging and I still break a sweat doing it even after 10 years. - posted by Marty on 5/2/2012

Oh dear
Perhaps I'm getting old. This workout was a bit too much for me. I thought it was good, but I'd rather do 45 minutes with less stress on joints. - posted by Brenda on 3/30/2012

Variety and Fun
A lot of variety keeps this workout interesting. Don't let the title "boot camp" mislead you. It is an intermediate workout, but it's fun to do. Combination of cardio and strength. Includes a modification option for high impact moves. The components of this workout keep you coming back for more. One of my favorites from my extensive workout collection. - posted by BitsyBet on 3/4/2012

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You can play only the individual workout segments you want by picking them off a chapter menu (one at a time).

Narrow screen

When played on a widescreen TV, this program will show black bars on the left and right sides. On an older 4x3 ratio TV, it will fill the entire screen.

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.