EXERCISE VIDEO
SPECIALISTS SINCE 1987

800-819-7111

WEEKLY SPECIALS

“Collage takes the guesswork out of

workout video

shopping” Shape Mag

View Cart

CUSTOMER SERVICE ABOUT US SUCCESS STORIES MAGAZINE FAVES FORUM COMING SOON GET CATALOG

Free Shipping

ALL DVDS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING OPTION

Does NOT include videos that come
with extra equipment.

(Description will always show eligibility)

BE SURE TO CHOOSE “FREE SHIPPING” DURING CHECKOUT.

If your order includes both eligible and non-eligible items,
you'll only pay shipping on the non-eligible items.

No free shipping to foreign countries.

100% guaranteed

Even opened videos

My Goals

Workout Types

Instructors

Brands

Equipment used

Specialty videos

Billy Blanks' Favorite Moves (Tae Bo)

Backcover description: Billy’s Favorite Moves is an explosive new workout combining Billy Blanks favorite Tae Bo and BootCamp moves in one fun, energetic and calorie-blasting workout. From the basics up to the more advanced steps, Billy has hand-picked these

Full backcover text

Add video to wish list

Billy Blanks' Favorite Moves (Tae Bo)

Successful users of this video

Lost 43 pounds and Feel Amazing!!

Want the right videos for YOU? Only Collage has:

Detailed specifications • Minute-by-minute graphs • Descriptions by certified instructors

Level:		Intermediate

Aerobics impact:		Mixed

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Total body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:	2 minutes	(17%)
Lower body:	7 minutes	(58%)
Abs:	3 minutes	(25%)

Instructor:		Billy Blanks
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 8 customer ratings)

Time graph for Billy Blanks' Favorite Moves (Tae Bo)

Free shipping option	In-Stock: Yes	list price ~~$14.99~~
in orders over $25	Item: 7665	save $6.00 $8.99
in orders over $25

Certified instructor description: A classic Tae Bo workout that progressively builds in intensity. These moves must be Billy’s actual favorites — his entire class is having fun and Billy seems to be genuinely enjoying himself (e.g. big smiles, pumping his arms between sets). He also explains what each routine does and why he likes it (e.g. “I love this one; it really targets your hips”). Billy has lots of favorites so this workout is unusually varied — never more than 16 reps of anything. You’ll begin with simple punches/kicks and end with more challenging combos (e.g. “three jabs and a rear kick,” “jumping jack roundhouse”). ©2006.

SORT BY STAR RATING
Best first Worst first

26 Customer Reviews Or, Write your own review
Billy Blanks' Favorite Moves (Tae Bo)
Awesome workout!!!!
This is my favorite Tae Bo DVD! The workout is 40 minutes of non-stop activity and it's over before you know it. I have five different Tae Bo workouts that I alternate and this is by far the one I've found to be most effective. - posted by Sheila on 3/22/2012

Billy Blanks' Favorite Moves (Tae Bo) Review
I am a die hard Billy Blank's Tae Bo workout fan, but this is not one of my favorites. The vibe of this workout was very high energy, but it left me feeling bored. I felt like the moves were all over the place and there was no flow - posted by Shelly on 1/5/2012

Don't like this one at all
Let me first say that I love Billy Blanks and Tae Bo. I love This is Tae Bo,Cardio Inferno, Tae Bo Extreme and Ultimate Tae Bo to name just a few. This one, for me, was cheesy, the music was muffled, and while he does some things even on both sides, he does not do all. I don't like the dancey, funky stuff he tries to throw in, I like the straight up, get to it Tae Bo. This will get your heart rate up so if you are aiming for that, that part of it is good. This one just was not for me. He has so many others out there that are much much better! - posted by Jill Sherry on 4/6/2011

Loved It
My favorite thing about this one was how fast it goes by because you are constantly changing up the moves. I agree it is intermediate level - more advanced people may not get their heart rates up as needed. Years ago I did Taebo and could not always keep up with the moves and combinations on the advanced workouts. As a person who exercises all the time, but not high impact or super intense I found this one got my heart rate into the proper zone, but didn't leave me exhausted. The moves were doable and I could feel them working. There is enough time in this one to focus on form. There are still a few moves where I am not keeping the exact pace and may do fewer reps, but I know I can work up to the full set. A great workout for intermediate level or beginners of TaeBo in my opinion. The lower body toning at the end is easy to follow - classic moves that work. Way to Go Billy. - posted by Teresa C on 3/5/2011

An Okay Workout
For an advanced exerciser, I didn't feel that this workout was tough enough. However, for the beginner/intermediate exerciser out there they may like this video. - posted by Marie on 6/11/2008

FUN!!
I gave 5 stars for the fun factor alone! It's not the most challenging workout but so fun and a nice change of pace. I even laughed during it a few times. I love how there's not a billion reps of the same moves. It's a great workout! - posted by Regina on 1/26/2008

Wow, that was FUN!!!
This workout is definitely a party in a box. The moves were fun and I just had a good time. Sure it wasn't a sweatfest, but does every workout have to be There are so many different moves that it doesn't feel repetitive or feel like I am going to die of heatstroke from working out so hard. It's great! If you want to have fun while working out, definitely get this one. I am sooo glad that I have this one and I will be doing it lots! - posted by Slim on 12/10/2007

Mediocre
This was my first Tae Bo DVD purchase and I have to say that I'm disappointed; I expected it to be much harder. I'm by no means a cardio queen and I thought this workout was fairly easy (and this is coming from someone with a martial arts background). The squat thrusts were the only challenging move in my opinion. The constant counting by Billy's exercisers throughout the entire length of the video was very annoying, and Billy doesn't mirror what you do. So when he says "punch left", it's HIS left, not your's (so you would have to punch right). There's also some inconsistencies; he'll start off on one leg with single time and then do double time, but then he switches legs and starts right off with double time.The good things about this video are that there's a lot of variety, and the fact that it's fairly easy and not very long makes it good to do on days when you don't have a lot of energy. - posted by Ann on 9/2/2007

*The star rating system began in April 2007. Reviews posted before then do not have stars.
Sweat-tastic
Billy has done it again. This is one really awesome workout, and I was sore (in a good way) after the first time I did it. The cardio is great, and just when you want to quit, you're down on the floor for some absolutely killer sculpting moves. Then it's back up again for more cardio, and back down for a push-up section that I did NOT see coming. Highly recommended!! - posted by M.C. on 4/9/2007

Wowee!!
Talk about calorie-burning!! I got tired just WATCHING the DVD when it arrived!! For those complaining about Billy's counting (or lack thereof): TaeBo fans know that Billy is dyslexic, and Shellie is more than his "sidekick instructor"; she's his daughter and business partner. Most of his videos are so good that you learn to count for yourself; he DOESN'T do "mirror cueing" for those watching from the other way where right is left and vice versa. If you just want to have fun and really sweat, this is the video for you...but it is really Inter/Adv just because of how fast it moves! Just have fun and enjoy!! However, maybe we hard-core TB fans can convince Collage to convince Billy to PLEASE re-release the "Get Ripped Series"!! They are the TaeBo "Gold Standard"!! - posted by Pam on 2/24/2007

View Next 10 reviews

To play these clips, your computer needs a Flash player (version 8 or later). You do not seem to have that player for your browser. The player is free. To download a player, go to the Adobe Flash Player Download Center, select "Flash Player" and choose the one for your computer.

PLEASE RATE THIS ITEM

Please rate this item (by clicking a star):

Your first name:

Headline:

Comments:

Your review will appear on this site within 2-3 days as long as it fits our guidelines. We do NOT post reviews that:

Use profanity, obscenities or are just plain mean-spirited.
Are single word critiques -- readers need to know why you liked or didn't like the workout.
Include non-Collage phone numbers, addresses, URLs, or pricing information.
Are written in all-caps -- it just seems like screaming.
Do not appear to be genuine, honest and helpful to others.
Are personal attacks on the instructor or on other video reviewers (i.e. posts that do not primarily discuss the content of this video).

Note: Please do the video a few times before you write a review so you're sure about your long-term opinion. And try to be specific about what you liked, or didn't. For example on a video, "Hard to follow" might mean you thought the video was poorly cued. Or it might just mean that it has complex choreography.

Also, it's helpful to give a little information about yourself (e.g. your fitness level, style preferences, age). It will help others better understand your comments.

Reading a Time Graph

Each workout shows a time graph of the workout sequence, from beginning to end. For example, this workout starts with a 10-minute warm-up and ends with a 10-minute stretch. In between, you'll do aerobics, then toning, then a cooldown.

Segments that include both aerobics & toning
Some workouts combine aerobics and toning. If the aerobics and toning are done at the same time, you'll see a "blended" graph. If the aerobics and toning are done in short, alternating intervals, you'll see an "interval" graph.

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.

Floor aerobics & toning

Definition: Includes two workout activities. The aerobics segments are fast-paced standing movements like marching, dancing and jumping. These segments require no equipment. The toning sections are slow, controlled movements working against a 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.