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Karen Voight's Ultimate Step Circuit

Backcover description: Internationally acclaimed fitness expert Karen Voight has been a dynamic force in the fitness movement for over two decades. Now you can get her personal coaching on DVD. Cardio Circuit’s short cardio-step routines blast calories to help

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Karen Voight's Ultimate Step Circuit

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Fitness October 2001
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	"If you're feeling energetic: Mix and match these nine sculpting, cardio and stretch routines."

Oxygen June 2002
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	"A well-balanced workout. The music is motivating, the instruction clear and the weight-work challenging." Rated 4-stars.

Fitness December 2001
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	"For experienced exercisers seeking a total-body challenge. Nine circuits alternating high-intensity cardio stepping and strength training."

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Level:		Inter/Advan

Aerobics impact:		Mixed

Aerobics choreography:		Moderate

Toning emphasis:		Total body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		7 minutes	(28%)
Lower body:		7 minutes	(28%)
Upper/lower:		5 minutes	(20%)
Abs:		6 minutes	(24%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Karen Voight
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Certified instructor description: Exquisitely-cued by an IDEA Instructor of the Year, it alternates not-too-dancy cardio intervals with tough toning segments. You’re sure to be energized by Karen’s smooth transitions, award-winning form and uniquely graceful style (somehow she even makes sweating seem elegant). The 7 to 9-minute aerobic sections get progressively more intense from Charlestons and V-steps to jacks and power leaps (often intensified with large limb movements and complementary arm combos). The shorter toning intervals work multiple muscle groups with exercises expressly chosen to not overtrain any one area. The ending floorwork tones your butt and legs along with a special emphasis on your deepest ab muscles. Requires 3 to 5 lb. dumbbells. ©2001. Previously titled "Cardio Strength." DVD has: Chapter menus, Narrow screen.

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Karen Voight's Ultimate Step Circuit
Ultimate Step!
I have been a Karen Voight fan for years and have fully enjoyed the challenge of her new "old school" workout. I work out at my job site gym and since we have no aerobic instructor, Karen has led the way in getting me back into health and fitness. I am getting married in July and will be counting on this video to get me into my wedding dress. Love it! - posted by Lola on 2/7/2013

Just did this one AGAIN this morning :)
I have this on VHS, but still, of all my tapes (and I have probably 30-40 of them, mostly on DVD), still go back to this one and it's always a great workout! I don't agree that there is ANYTHING wrong with the cuing. I am surprised at how much better Karen is at cuing than most instructors. This is a great workout without anything that makes me think I might have to really worry about my alignment or getting injured. Really just a go-to, hard, step circuit workout! It feels like it's done in no time and I always feel like I get a great workout! - posted by Kat on 9/7/2012

Really like this workout BUT the cueing could be better....
I have had this workout for a couple of weeks and I REALLY like it, BUT the one thing that gets me is the cueing. OMG cue a couple of steps ahead. I have other workouts that the instructor cues a couple of steps ahead. I know in this workout Karen would change steps or directions THEN tell you. BUT there are a few times she does tell you ahead of time why cant she do that all the time? I REALLY like this workout, I've just about gotten it down, but I dont do this one everyday,I have a rotation that I do. And she LOVES using the arms. I have another one of her workouts and she does the same thing in it. This one really gets my heart rate up and I sweat. Other than the cueing its great. I hate to complain BUT..... She seems really nice and sweet. But that's why the 4 stars took 1 off for the cueing. Other than that I like it. - posted by Mel.V on 6/9/2012

Still one of the best
I had this workout on a vhs many yrs. ago and loved it then. Got rid of the vhs many yrs. ago and never replaced it until now. Still one of the best all around workouts I have that I never tire of. It has a little bit of everything in it which is what I like in a total body workout. Gets my heart rate up nicely with the step routine then breaks into 3-4 different weight pumping, muscle toning sets. One you will never get tired of doing. Karen as always puts out great choreography as well as cueing. Love this one.... - posted by liz on 4/25/2012

step workout
good workout but a little repetitious. - posted by cindi on 4/19/2012

Disappointing
In the past, I have been a big fan of Karen. Sound instruction, challenging choreography and well cued. This video is totally different than many others. It was not challenging and it was poorly cued. I returned it. - posted by Sara on 3/18/2012

great for everyone
This workout covers all the bases. The step portions can be easily adjusted depending on whether you want high or low impact. I increasingly look for workouts that deliver high intensity with lower impact and this one fits the bill! - posted by Trish on 4/7/2011

Great Workout
I bought this mainly for the step aerobics portion. Short and simple choreography, but a great workout. Really gets your heart rate up! - posted by Felicia on 2/9/2011

Karen Voight's Ultimate Step Circuit
This is a fabulous video. Karen, as always, provides outstanding instruction; the moves are varied and interesting but not too complicated; the mix of aerobics and conditioning is just right. All in all, a great investment!! - posted by rebecca on 12/16/2010

Slow Weights/Fast Step
This is a terrific circuit workout, but for a 5'2" woman using a 10" step, it could be dangerous due to the fast tempo of the music. I fell off the step while doing a tricky over-the-top-while-turning movement, which in itself is a challenge for me: I am not especially coordinated. I lowered my step and incorporated simpler movements in some areas of the program to compensate. The strength training is flawless. Karen works each upper body muscle with the correct amount of reps and sets. She cues with care and attention to proper form and does the reps slowly and mindfully. I like that she includes an exercise for the rotator cuff, as well as the calves (while doing a biceps curl), and throws in some prone low back and buttock exercises. This workout is complete and takes all of my concentration and strength. I feel fabulous when I'm done! I think it can be adjusted for any body and level via the amount of weight and step height used. If not for the too-fast step tempo, I'd give it five stars. - posted by Casey on 12/12/2010

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Chapter menus

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.

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.

Step aerobics & toning

Definition: Includes two workout activities. The step aerobics segments involve stepping up and down on a platform. The moves range from simple stepping to more choreographed exercises. These segments require a step bench platform. The toning sections are slow, controlled movements working against 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.