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Tae Bo Flex |
 Individual Effort Really Decides the Level of This workout |
| I really like this workout because it adjusts to my energy level. If I go all out and really concentrate on the "flex" portion (muscle contraction) and the height of my kicks, I get great toning along with a nice cardio workout. Also, it is easy to modify to get a complete low impact version. The balance challenges throughout are also a nice bonus. Though the workout is considerably slower than the average Tae Bo offering, this gives extra time to pay attention to form (which can increase the difficulty). For example, at breakneck speed it's relatively easy to use momentum to swing your leg into a kick. But slowly placing your leg into a kick and holding (especially with good height) requires a lot more strength and core activation. So while you may not get a soaring heart rate, with effort you can get a good strength/core workout with a decent cardio effect. And if you decrease your effort (lower kicks, slower movement etc), this workout can also be used for recovery days. - posted by Kate on 11/16/2009 |
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 Hated this tae bo video |
| I really wanted to like this dvd. But everytime I did this video, I felt like I was wasting my time. Maybe it's because he made you "flex" which means just tightening up your fists. But that's no good, because your heart rate slows, and with that, so does your fat burning potential. I am used to a little bit more intensity, and consider myself an intermediate excerciser. I gave this dvd away, to my friend who just started excercising. She loves the dvd. - posted by Beverly on 12/30/2008 |
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| I'll Be Going Back To This One |
| I wouldn't label this inter/adv, I am not a Tae Bo fan. Tae Bo is just to fast paced and high impact for me, advanced tae boers will most likely not like this one. I also have Tae Bo cardio and these two tapes are just the right intensity for me. I will definitly do this one again, although it is not much for cardio it does give you something different, by the way I was sweating very much by the end. With all the slow reps and breathing right you take in a lot of good "clean" oxygen, which is awesome for the body. - posted by Mary on 8/13/2006 |
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| Tae Bo Flex Review |
| Ok just for the record not the most grueling workout ever but...........This older workout from Billy Blanks still has much to offer exercisers of all abilities. I am an advanced exerciser and this one with minimal effort still gets my heartrate up there and challenges all muscles nicely. I use this one when I just can't bring myself to do his Boot Camp workout or I am recovering from some illness or lack of energy or any other excuse I can thing of not to use a more challenging workout. Those who are not familiar with Tae Bo may want to start with Flex as it offers a solid foundation for Billy's signature moves but lacks the machine-gun or rapid movements that characterize some of his Advanced Live workouts. Still a keeper in my book. - posted by Sydney H on 7/6/2006 |
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| I liked this one |
| This workout may not be horribly intense, but it is fun to me. I liked the flex. I like to have a library of videos of all different intensities, so the fact that this is a little milder is just fine. Definitely a keeper in my book. - posted by U2girl on 2/13/2006 |
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| Not what I expected |
| I bought this video thinking it would mix cardio and toning. And it does. BUT the intensity is ridiculously low! It's maybe intermediate at most. I look at the tape and I wonder "why are these people sweating so much" They must be in a high temperature room for special affects. Honestly, I've been doing "kickboxing" at the gym for about 3 months now and This is a extreme disappointment. If you want a real cardio work out, I'd go with the Original Tae Bo Advanced. This is for beginners - posted by Lynette on 9/17/2005 |
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| Not for an advanced exerciser |
| I loved Billy's Ripped series, so I got this workout because it was rated intermediate to advanced and thought it would be a good addition to my library. The cardio is pretty much non-existent and did nothing to increase my heart rate. The segments where you hold on a count are ok, but not worth spending your time or money on. I haven't used it in months and the last time I did was because I was just getting over a bad cold and just needed to move. - posted by SophieM on 9/8/2005 |
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| Not too intense, but helps the definition |
| I have many exercise videos, many of them Tae-Bo, and many of them much more intense than this one. Having said that, I pull this one out of the drawer for a couple reasons: 1)It really helps add that extra "something" to your exercise routine that gives you more definition, especially in the abs and arms 2)So many videos are too long and I get anxious to get done, this one's just right 3)Sometimes I just don't feel like sweating so much, but I still feel like I've done something afterwards. Overall, a good addition to my video library. - posted by Kim on 7/12/2005 |
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| What Do Mean 1 More Set! |
| I love this video when I can hold my leg up. I do this video when I don't want much of a cardio workout, when I am still tired (I exercise at 6:30am) or because I am lazy. I try to play games with myself to keep my leg up. I will fix my eyes on the tv and try to hold it just a little bit more. I actually get angry with myself if I can't at least hold at least one set. I enjoy this video. The other one in this set, Cardio, is tough. I just did that video yesteday and my legs were burning!!! It felt good though. Billy is the best! - posted by Jenny on 3/5/2005 |
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| Balance and Focus |
| When I first tried Taebo Flex I could not believe that Billy wanted me to hold my leg out straight for an 8 count. I am getting better now, but still don't have it exact. I admit it isn't much of a cardio workout. If you want cardio try Taebo Cardio. That will get your heart pumping and keep it there for 40 minutes. Flex is a workout all about 1. believing you can do it and 2. concentration (focus). I try to concentrate on 1 place if possible and that help to keep my leg from falling down. I have noticed more definition in my abs from doing this workout. Billy keeps your heart pumping and you will sweat doing this workout. I suppose it is up to how much cardio you are looking for or how difficult you want a workout to be - I find it a good change, a good pace from some of the other more advanced workouts. If you enjoy Taebo you must have this in your library of tapes. Have fun! - posted by Jenny on 7/29/2004 |
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