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Ellen Barrett's Barefoot Cardio |
  I felt this workout |
| This was a good workout - but I haven't been able to get through the WHOLE workout yet. I can do about 25 - 30 minutes. My arms feel this because you have to hold your arms out to your sides for the entire workout. Some different moves which is good - it's easy to follow and pretty upbeat. I would recommend it to someone who works out a few times a week. Might be a little slow for someone who really wants an intense workout. - posted by Sharon on 8/23/2010 |
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| Total Body Workout |
| Can't believe how good I felt after doing this workout. I'm 54 and have 25 lbs to lose, so for me it was tough. I sweated buckets. One poster mentioned that the arms out at the shoulder level bothered her. I have a lot of neck tension too, but all the flat back extensions/squats with the shoulder twists took it out for me. There was a lot of toning work going on as well as cardio... so it's a two fer to me. Ellen is such a good instructor. I love her energy. May she make many more workouts!!! - posted by Barbara on 8/23/2010 |
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| good lower body workout but one major flaw |
| I found this to be a good workout but with one major flaw. The arms are extended out at shoulder height throughout the majority of the video causing tension to build in the shoulders and upper arms without release. I work on a computer all day and do my nightly video workouts to work out the tension the accumulates during the day. Without a better variety of arm moves, this video increased the tension in my shoulders. I will probably do this one occasionally but will add some other arm moves to compensate. - posted by Lee on 8/14/2010 |
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| Barefoot Cardio -Soothing, Smooth Cardio |
| I have all of Ellen's Studio DVDs, and I think BFC is the best. I love it so much more than Fat Burning Fusion. I am a high intermediate, low advanced who works out six days a week, but the day after doing this one I had incredible soreness in my legs and inner thighs. Wonderful! I love the music and the new moves. I do all the ponies, and don't think there are too many at all. I have begun to incorporate more Ellen into my workouts because she simply delivers. I have lost 31 pounds so far using Ellen and barre. - posted by Deana on 8/13/2010 |
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| Barefoot Cardio is a winner |
| This workout uses big, fairly slow movements, so it doesn't seem to be strenuous at first, but I worked up quite a sweat by the end of the 45 min. It's simple, but not easy, and I'm glad it challenges me in some ways that my other videos do not. I'm 66 and I've been exercising for decades, but some things - like stairs and balance - have gotten a little harder and I think this workout will help improve my functional fitness. Ellen gives good cues and explanations and has a sweet, gentle demeanor. - posted by Carol on 8/12/2010 |
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| Cardio and more |
| I love this workout so much! I didn't realize it was so ballet oriented, but I really like that aspect of it. And I'm quite pleasantly surprised at how much my muscles get worked in this session, especially my legs, butt, and core. It's quickly become a weekly staple in my exercise routine.
I had already made a switch to working out barefoot. As a yoga practitioner, I just got to the point where I couldn't stand putting shoes and socks on to work out. I don't run or anything like that, but I tend to do all my weight training and at-home cardio without shoes. So this DVD seemed like a perfect fit, but I put off buying it for some reason. I'm really glad Collage had it on a weekly special, because that was the impetus I needed to give it a try. So glad I did!
Barrett's cueing is very good, her energy is contagious, and yet she's not overly peppy or annoying. I already ordered her Yogini workout and will probably collect more of hers going forward. Barefoot Cardio makes me sweat (in fact, I'm somewhat surprised by the reviewers that say they feel it doesn't get their heart rate up; I feel like, by using good form, putting a lot of energy into it, and really activating my muscles as she suggests, it's an excellent dose of cardio). And I definitely feel the burn afterward as well. - posted by Tamara on 8/12/2010 |
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| Love this video and Ellen! |
| This is a great workout. It does not abuse your body, but it still delivers a solid workout. I feel great after I do this, energized! - posted by Julia on 8/6/2010 |
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| Love Barefoot Cardio |
| I had recorded FitTV exercise programs in the past and loved Ellen's show, which is why I searched for a video of her. I ordered two of them and love them both. I had a few friends over the other day and showed them your web site so they could look for videos for themselves. - posted by Lynn on 8/5/2010 |
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| Not her best.. |
| I have several Ellen Barrett's DVD's and didn't like this one to much.. It's ok if your looking for an easy workout day.. I sent it back because I was bored with it after two workouts... I need something a bit more challenging.. - posted by Susa on 8/3/2010 |
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| Smooth, "Do-able" Moves |
| I am an "off-again, on-again" kind of exerciser, right now I'm trying to be "on-again". One of my biggest challenges is finding exercise that's fun to do and that I can keep up with. I must also mention I live in an apt. style condo so I have to be considerate of my downstairs neighbours. This video had me smiling all the way through. I actually got through it all the first time I played it. The moves look easy but they really get your heart going and warm up the muscles! The balance parts were a bit challenging for me and I found holding the arms up at shoulder level for most of the video a bit of a strain, but that'll get better with practice. No special equipment needed and the bare feet was a big plus. I like the way she explains the moves, that clicked for me. This is a great video for anyone who's just starting out or starting over (like me). - posted by Kris on 8/2/2010 |
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