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	Body Bar
	Resistance band
	Dumbbells
	Stability ball
	Step-bench & Risers

Cathe Friedrich's Drill Max

Level:		Advanced

Aerobics impact:		Higher

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Upper & Lower body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		16 minutes	(49%)
Lower body:		13 minutes	(39%)
Upper/lower:		4 minutes	(12%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Cathe Friedrich
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 28 customer ratings)


Item #7681	$26.95	In-stock: Yes

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An aero/tone “interval” workout that varies the exercises but not the intensity — this super-tough program just never slows down. Cathe has added extra variety to her usual repertoire; she’s included functional fitness, agility training and balance routines. You get six circuits, each with three segments — step aerobics, standing toning and floorwork. The cardio ranges from classic step to leaping moves to football drills (many need a large floor area but Cathe won’t let you slack off “not enough space, then take it higher!”). The toning has lots of equipment and movement variety, from pulsing squats and “dive bomber” push-ups to “fire walkers” and against-the-wall stability ball routines. Includes shorter “premixed” workouts. Some vocal music. Requires 3 to 15 lb. dumbbells, a barbell, stability ball and a 6-foot resistance band. ©2006. DVD has: 6 premixes (39 to 64-min. alternate workouts), Chapter menus.

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Cathe Friedrich's Drill Max
Have the paramedics on standby
This work out is the bomb! My only complaint is I wish there was a targeted ab section at the end. However, you still to get a great core workout with all the variety in this one. This is unlike anything I've done before. The circuits are so fun! Never get bored with this workout. It does require a lot of room, but that's not a problem here. Definately an advanced program. Do this regularly and get in the best shape of your life! - posted by Loretta on 11/2/2008

Great Workout!
Get This Workout!! If you want a total body burn, and have 1 hour to spare, this is definately for you. I love the cycles, because your heart rate goes up and then down just enough to refresh you for the next cardio cycle. You dont even realize you have done an hour of fat blasting cardio at the end. she really burns your legs out too, and the push ups are amazing. Definately a challenge..........Definately recommended! - posted by Jess on 8/19/2008

My favorite workout
I'm glad the premixes are there as an option, but I've never used them because I don't want to miss anything. Well, actually, I really dislike stepping so during the step routine in the warm-up and in one of intervals I just freestyle, which is fine with me. Instead of wall squats I sit with my back against the wall, my knees bent at 90 degrees, ten pound dumbbells on my lap, using Cathe's count to either hold or raise one leg up. Best quad burn ever. - posted by Rebecca on 8/5/2008

Wonderful in every way!
Cathe really is great. I do a lot of Firms, and have recently been doing workouts with other instructors, and I haven't found one of Cathe's workouts yet that I didn't like. This is challenging! The cardio in the drills is athletic, fun, and hard. I like that this also has other fitness aspects that I sometimes forget about like agility. The premixes are awesome! If you are concerned about paying so much for Cathe's DVDs, just know that you usually get at least 4 premixes with totally different workouts. On Drill Max, you get the full circuit, two all cardio blasts, one lower body circuit, one upper body circuit, and a total body sculpt! This one is a keeper. - posted by Nyx on 6/30/2008

Easy to make low-impact
This tape is excellent- Though I gave it 5 stars - the high impact is very high impact, but you can easily make it low impact, and modify to your needs & level (I am intermediate) Cathe never fails to make you hate and love her at the same time!! I did the entire program and it felt like a half hour- constantly switching it up. - posted by Christine on 6/7/2008

Love doing this video!
Just the thought of doing this one gets me energized. Great variety and a great all around work out. Only missing the abs, but Cathe uses your core throughout the workout. - posted by Jeannine on 3/15/2008

Functional fitness!
The best that I've tried in this series. I like getting off the step for a change of pace and both the cardio and weights are hard core. Part of the workout does take a lot of space, but things like grapevines off both sides take up more space, imo. - posted by Gretchen on 3/7/2008

Enjoyable
I like Drill Max. I know some people are complaining about the rebounding and space issues, but if I can adjust (I live in a college apartment with less than 8 feet of space to "rebound") I think anyone can. She even states jump HIGHER rather than FARTHER is you don't have the space available. Overall I enjoyed the DVD. In the beginning the cardio seemes like nothing because you take breaks with the weight segments. Unforutnately, your muscle begin to fatigue and the cardio gets harder. Although my favorite from this series as far as intervals go is still Body Max 2, this comes in a close 2nd - posted by Lynette on 1/23/2008

Creative and Challenging Workout
This workout mixes floor and step and throws in some stability ball moves to keep things interesting. After each cardio there is a toning section but the pace never lets up so you keep your heart rate up the whole time. I gave it a four because there isn't an ab section, which seems odd since this is otherwise a total body workout. Cathe's instruction is great. - posted by julie on 12/14/2007

The most FUN Cathe workout
This workout is the most fun workout I've ever done! There is just sooooo much variety that its impossible to get bored not to mention the awesome music that just keeps the energy levels up and going. The best thing about this workout is that it combines cardio and resistance together in the one exercise move. I found that this workout gave me better results than muscle max, kick max, imax and all her other Hard Core series dvds. - posted by Thet-Htar Saw on 11/4/2007

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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.

Premixes

These are alternate workouts created by the manufacturer. They use the same content as the main program (i.e. the very same video footage). But the sections are re-edited into pre-made alternative workouts that you select from a menu. These are often condensed versions of the main workout.

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.

Step aerobics & toning

Definition: Includes two workout activities. The step aerobics segments involve stepping up and down on a platform. The moves range from simple stepping to more choreographed exercises. These segments require a step bench platform. The toning sections are slow, controlled movements working against 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.