Bob Harper's Total Body Transformation

Backcover description: If you want to transform your body, you have to revolutionize the way you exercise. Soar miles above you fitness plateau with two limit-defying, threshold-shattering workouts that annihilate fat and replace it with lean, solid, power-packed
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Bob Harper's Total Body Transformation

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Level:Advanced
Aerobics impact:Higher
Aerobics choreography:Basic
Toning emphasis:Upper & Lower body
Toning Emphasis
Workout 1
Upper body: 14 minutes (33%)
Lower body: 8 minutes (19%)
Upper/lower: 16 minutes (38%)
Abs: 4 minutes (10%)
(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)
Workout 2
Upper body: 3 minutes (30%)
Lower body: 2 minutes (20%)
Upper/lower: 3 minutes (30%)
Abs: 2 minutes (20%)
Instructor:Bob Harper
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Certified instructor description: Two super-advanced aero/tone interval programs — even Bob says they're his hardest workouts ever (explicitly created to break through "plateaus"). The exercises are mostly straight-forward classics, but nearly every move has been tweaked for maximum intensity (e.g. a single arm swing enhanced with an extra side squat, a "dive bomber push-up" amped-up with one leg in the air). Just when you think you're finished, Bob demands a few more reps with an added pulse, isolation or plyometric jump. His walk-among-the-group cuing is also intense; he points out proper technique while keeping you motivated ("I'm going to push you a little further!"). The first workout emphasizes compound muscle toning, the second uses more traditional exercises. Requires 3 to 10 lb. dumbbells. ©2011. DVD has: Wide screen.
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Bob Harper's Total Body Transformation

good routines
good work out..somewhat the same as other kettle bell routines but the short cut routine was definitely very good - posted by Bunny on 5/3/2012
TOP WORKOUT OF EVER!
Absolutely the best workout ever!! Really intense! I can't wait to buy some other Bob Harper DVDs! - posted by ORNELLA on 4/19/2012
I LOVE BOB HARPER
I love his no-frills approach. I like that it's not extra loud and over the top. I like that there's not 20 people jumping around. I also like the fact that some of the people in the video seem to struggle with some of the moves. That makes it more real to me. This is more like a personal training session and that's what I was looking for. I will be adding more of his videos to my collection. - posted by Resa on 4/11/2012
A workout for an athlete
It was too hard for me to enjoy and complete. It's definitely challenging. Unfortunately for me, if it's too hard, I will give up soon, which I did after 30 min.... - posted by Faina on 4/8/2012
Good workout, Great comic relief!
This is my first Bob Harper video. Sure, it's a good workout, but I have never seen such acting in an exercise DVD. I found myself laughing out loud at the guy who melodramatically falters throughout the entire workout. Maybe it's Bob's way of making everyone else feel good about themselves. Maybe the guy is a wanna-be actor. Whatever, it was distracting, although the laughter probably did increase my heart rate a little more. The workout was shoulder and lower body focused mainly, I thought. I wouldn't really do it on a day I wanted to focus on upper body. Not sure if I'll buy another of his videos or not - seemed a bit gimmicky. (Although watching the girls do far better than the guys in the whole thing was inspiring!) - posted by Karen on 3/3/2012
Bob's Total Body Transformation
Just wanted to weigh in on the discussion regarding Bob Harper's style of teaching and whether or not the workout is the "hardest workout" for him. First of all, difficulty is relative to where you are in your fitness journey. This is a good solid workout for those of us who have spent more than a few hours working out at the gym. I was pushed but I was not pushed to the point of cardiac arrest. That said, I enjoyed the workout and I felt that it did what it said it was going to do....give me a total body workout. What I personally like about Bob's style of teaching, is that it is less choreographed and more like what you would get in a small group personal training class, with all the real players included. There is an elite athlete, a few in the exercise group who are good and trying to move to a different level of fitness and one who is struggling to keep up! It's got a real world feel and I personally would rather see that then someone who has every movement and all of the fitness models following in lock step to give me a "good work". For those of you who feel he should be demonstrating more and talking less, trust me he is in better shape that most instructors! Take a peek at the January 2012 Mens Fitness Magazine and the picture of him in the middle of a clean and press and I am sure you will agree. If you would ever like to have a personal training session with Bob, this is as close as you will get.....unless you are hoping for a spot on the next Biggest Looser Season! - posted by Diane on 2/26/2012
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I am enjoying both videos. I have many of Jillians videos but my first purchase of Bobs. I will continue to purchase videos from both as I think they are great instructors. I have had success with Jillians and know I will with Bobs. Change in workouts have brought definite results!4.5 - posted by Cassandra on 2/24/2012
GOOD but.........
I like Bob's workouts because they are long and tough with basic moves, but his barking dog act is getting old. As a gimmick he seems to always have some poor sap participating who is pushed way past what they can handle. Perhaps Bob should spend more time actually doing the workout - showing by example, rather than picking on Angel. It would be alright if Bob really corrected form but throughout the workout Angel's form falters; at one point prior to getting into a plank the poor guy looks like a seal. As for the workout, it is indeed tough (those side burpees into star planks are especially killer) although Bob should refrain from saying it is the "toughest workout ever" because it is not - I think even some of his own workouts are tougher. Also, Bob Harper needs some NEW MUSIC! Please! - posted by Susan W. on 2/4/2012
Total Body Transformation
Another great and challenging workout with Bob! Love it! - posted by Jan on 1/27/2012
Killer workout
Super-advanced is right! This is a great challenge. I feel like I am really accomplishing something when I finish the workout. - posted by barb on 1/27/2012
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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.
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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.
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Wide screen
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The program fully fills a wide-screen television screen. Note: These videos will display black bars at the top and bottom on a traditional 4 x 3 ratio TV screen.
Level
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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