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Billy Blanks' Ultimate Tae Bo

Level:		Advanced

Aerobics impact:		Mixed

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Lower body & Abs

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Lower body:		10 minutes	(50%)
Abs:		10 minutes	(50%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Billy Blanks
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 52 customer ratings)


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This 90-minute program features an endlessly-motivating series of Tae Bo combinations. It’s a super-high-energy fat-burner -- Billy’s longest workout ever (but, for a shorter workout, you can stop at the pre-programmed 59-minute breakpoint). The cardio segment is classic Tae Bo — legendary combos like “fast feet,” “speed bag arms” and “quick steps.” They’re well-cued, smoothly transitioned and never repeated. That’s followed by a challenging set of alternating aerobics and toning intervals. ©2007. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Billy Blanks' Ultimate Tae Bo
The Best Tae Bo
I have six different Tae Bo DVD's and this one is by far my favorite. True, it's not as hard as Billy's Bootcamp, but I like it better. The warm-up seems a little too long, but that's not really a big deal to me. It's fun and I want to keep doing it the whole time. - posted by Julia on 6/28/2009

AWESOME !
Don't listen to the other comments ...first off you have to workout 30 mins for your body to get a workout so the fact that its 90 mins is great! And 2nd the video pauses after 60 mins so if you want you can stop there. All I have to say is that I'm swaeting like a racehorse once I stop at 60 mins, & the most important thing of course is that I've lost weight its a great video friends BUY IT :) - posted by Vanessa on 6/2/2009

not that ultimate!
I'm shocked I was expecting a super tough workout I own the Ultimate boot camp which gives me a goood workout this one was less intense. - posted by Rachel on 4/29/2009

Not that hard and too long
It wasn't that hard , and it was too long. It does work your arms and abs. Some of Cathe's videos are more challenging. I would not rate this as advanced but intermediate. - posted by Cari on 3/24/2009

Tae-bo is back!
I'm sorry that it's taken me so long to find this Tae-bo video. I've been a fan of Tae-bo for years and it seemed to have fallen short on many of Billy's videos. This one definitely delivers! I was only planning on doing the cardio section, but it was so fun and motivating that I did the whole 90 minutes. Cueing is much better than many of his videos. I really like that there is no equipment required, i.e. not another product to buy. This one is definitely a keeper! - posted by Kate on 2/14/2009

I really got a great workout!
Wow! I thought I was in pretty good shape. I workout 5-6 days a week and do cardio and weights but this workout really wore me out. I had to quit at the 49 minute break point. I'm glad to have a workout DVD in my home collection that will be a challenge to finish for quite a while. Billy is very motivating and fun. - posted by Michelle on 2/4/2009

The Best Tae Bo I own
No question -- this is his best. - posted by Linda on 12/3/2008

WOW!
I am an intermediate/advanced exerciser (I workout 7 days a week for at least an hour) and I have to say that this video put me to shame the first time I did it! This is one of the most effective video's I have, it makes my other video's look like nothing! I would recommend this video to anyone looking to get in serious shape without having to leave their house...A++ exercise video!! - posted by PJ on 10/17/2008

GOOD LONG WORKOUT
I thought this was a great workout. Very easy to follow. Only cons: music was dull. Sometimes marching in place did not keep my heart rate up. But I did jacks/running in place, etc. To keep it going. But nice long workout and enjoyed it. - posted by BETH on 9/28/2008

I notice a change in 24 hours
I love this DVD. I have built up endurance to do the entire DVD. This DVD is really a challenge. I notice a change in my abs and lower body within a day or two. I carry most of my weight in my in lower body. Once I do this DVD everyone tells me I look good. I feel great and I am proud of myself. Taebo has really changed me mentally and physically. I enjoy the sweat and I notice a glow about myself. If I have a cheat day and notice weight gain in my tummy this is the one to help me get back down in my stomache and lower body. I am amazed to see results in a day or two. - posted by Niche on 9/9/2008

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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.

Chapter menus

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

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.