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Cathe Friedrich's High Step Training

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	High step

Cathe Friedrich's High Step Training

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Level:		Advanced

Aerobics impact:		Higher

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Upper body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		15 minutes	(41%)
Lower body:		13 minutes	(35%)
Upper/lower:		9 minutes	(24%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Cathe Friedrich
		Instructor profile

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(average of 12 customer ratings)


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You get five complete cycles — they’re all superbly cued and fast-paced, with excellent transitions. They’re like five “mini-workouts” — each cycle features distinct moves in the same sequence (aerobics, lower-body toning, upper-body toning). The cardio ranges from plyometrics and jumping jacks to agility drills and diverse step combos. The lower-body routines include lots of challenging weighted leg press variations. The upper-body moves are also tough — chest flies, one-arm tricep extensions and decline push-ups (the music even speeds up here to keep you energized). The pre-programmed “Premix” feature also lets you do a shorter workout focused on just specific body parts and exercises. Requires a high step, two sets of dumbbells and a barbell. ©2004. DVD has: 8 premixes (5 to 38-min. alternate workouts), Programmable chapters.

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Cathe Friedrich's High Step Training
My favorite!
I own this video since it came out and I have to say (owning hundreds of DVD) that this workout is one of my favorites. I wish she would do a new series with workouts like this. It is the ultimate all in one. I use a heartrate monitor when I workout and you would be surprised to see the cardio factor of this workout. Better than a cardio workout because you tone at the same time. This is a true 2 in one! Plus, I think you never waste money with Cathe's workouts. I feel like dynamite after this workout. Thanks Cathe! - posted by homefitfreak on 1/19/2010

Great for the Buns!! (and total body)
If you like the fanny lifter, you will love this DVD. It's tough. You end up doing 6 sets of 15 leg presses per leg. It has 5 segments. Each segment starts with step cardio - intense but easy to follow. Then a set of 15 leg presses on each leg. Then a lower body weight exercise (squat, lunge, hover squat, or plie, etc.) Then several upper body exercises to work a certain area. First segment is triceps, 2nd is shoulders, 3rd biceps, 4th back & 5th chest. Then back to the cardio step, leg presses, squat variation, shoulders... the 4th segment has 2 sets of 15 leg presses, then back work and deadlifts. This is advanced but it's easy to modify to intermediate if you use lighter dumbbells and follow the low impact cardio step option. My heart rate stays up even during the upper body weight work. Great calorie blaster. Good music, on the beat too. - posted by Mary on 9/20/2009

My new favorite!!!
This is my new favorite workout! I have to resist the urge to do it too much, as I don't want to tire of it. As other people have said, though, yes, there are tons of step ups. I love step ups, though, so that doesn't bother me. I have no problem getting my heart rate up on the cardio segments, but I really get into it. A word on equipment - I don't actually have a smaller, high step. For the lower height, I use my regular aerobic step with one or two risers, and I stand behind it lengthwise. Works just fine, as you never go in front of the step on the drills, just behind and to the sides. For the high step, I use a rubbermaid step stool that I bought ages ago to use for The Firm workouts. Works like a charm! - posted by Gretchen on 6/20/2009

Terrible cardio, returned this one
I did this workout when I was seven months pregnant and I still couldn't get my heart rate up enough. I was very disappointed. The cardio segments were much too short. I have several Cathe workouts that I enjoy, but I returned this one. - posted by marie on 3/3/2008

Excellent workout!
This is one of Cathe's best, I like the variety and the different set from most of her other workouts. Excellent, excellent, excellent! Its mostly strength training, but all the leg presses help keep the heart rate up after the cardio segments. The cardio is fun and not easy, but short. Nice because its different from her other workouts, since it uses the high step so much and in different ways than other workouts that don't use the high step. Let's see more of these! - posted by Cheryl on 12/15/2007

Good, not Great
I am pretty advanced and workout at least 5 times a week. I did this workout for the first time yesterday and expected to be very sore today. I was not. This is a good strength workout, but the cardio segments were too short. The strength segments were challenging and I agree with previous reviews that the leg presses get to be pretty monotonous. Surprisingly, my butt is not sore at all today. I have several Cathe workouts and this is a good one, but I think I like Circuit Max a bit better than this one. I also like Interval Max; Push, Pull; and Kick, Punch, Crunch.Overall this is a good workout and I will add it to my routine on regular basis. I did burn a lot of calories and felt like I got a good workout. FYI, I don't have a high step. I just add a regular step stool (from my kids bathroom) to the top of my regular step. - posted by Nancy on 10/23/2007

too many leg presses
I am a major Cathe fan but don't like this video. The number of leg presses is a problem, partly because it's too repetitive, but also if you have knee issues, this is one to stay away from. I may keep it and skip half the leg presses but more likely I'll do a workout I enjoy more. - posted by Ann on 10/13/2007

Love it
I love this one. Great toning and cardio put all in one. Time goes by fast. I feel very engerized after I do this workout. - posted by Laci on 10/12/2007

A Fast and Fun Workout
This workout scared me the first couple of times I did it but now I LOVE it. A great cardio and weight workout. A total body workout with lots of emphasis on your legs. The cardio section is lots of fun and has interesting moves. If you are looking for a challenge then this workout is for you!! Worth every penny!! - posted by Jane on 9/27/2007

Yes, more leg presses, please!
This is one of my faves. Incredible workout. A lot of lower body challenges loaded with everybodies favorite....leg presses! Upper body and ab challenge as well. A very well rounded workout. - posted by Julie on 8/26/2007

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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.

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.

Programmable chapters

At the beginning of your workout, you can select the exact segments you want to play that day. The DVD will then play all those segments in the order you chose.

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.