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CIA 2901: Amy Bento's Kickbox Surge & Core Training

Backcover description: A new kickbox workout with 5 kickbox combos interspersed with 5 heart pumping 'surges'. The Surges are kickbox athletic style drill that give the workout even more of a challenge. A modifier will be provided for most of the higher impact m

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Level:		Advanced

Aerobics impact:		Higher

Aerobics choreography:		Complex

Toning emphasis:		Abs

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Abs:	10 minutes	(100%)

Instructor:		Amy Bento Ross
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Certified instructor description: Intense, very creative kickbox combos alternated with even-more-intense cardio “surges.” You get the interest and variety of “dancy” aerobics with the energy and power of kickboxing. Each of the five combinations is totally different. They all feature a fast-paced mix of innovative kickbox-style moves (e.g. “an in-the-air directional change with a switch kick and a jump”). The even faster-paced surges are also mostly airborne (e.g. ninja kicks and jump tucks). Throughout, Amy’s amazing energy and perfect form are truly inspirational. Motivating dance hit music (e.g. “Whine -Up," "Don't Stop the Music” and “Do You Want a Piece of Me”). The ending core-focused floorwork uses a medicine ball. ©2009. DVD has: 5 premixes (32 to 52 min. alternate workouts), Chapter menus.

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CIA 2901: Amy Bento's Kickbox Surge & Core Training
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This workout is on the favorite, go to weekly list. The music rocks and the workout is a total sweat-fest, if you put the effort in. LOVE IT! Right up there with Cathe's Kick,Punch and Crunch. - posted by Christina on 10/5/2011

Still Undecided
I have several of Amy's DVDs and love Amy's more intense cardio workouts, Kickbox Extreme and Hi Lo Cardio are my favs. I think I like the actual workout, it did have some more complex choreography which will take a few times for me to get straight. My big issue is the production quality. This is my first CIA video, but the cover of the DVD is just plain white with black writing - which is fine. The actual workout is terribly grainy and I had to turn the volume up so high to hear Amy's instruction. Even with a converting DVD player I found the quality awful and even distracting at times. - posted by Shannon on 8/18/2011

Disappointed
I was looking for a cardio/toning workout. The moves are complex as the description states, however after doing the workout three times I got the moves down but was bored with the routines. Also, did not feel I was getting tone in the process. Disappointed sent it back. - posted by Mary on 5/19/2011

Love those surges!
What a kick-arse workout! From the rockin' music to the flawless form to Amy's energy to the innovative moves, I just loved this workout! I find myself going back for premix after premix (the warm-up itself is awesome). Love that core refining routine, too. I sweat bullets to this workout, so even if I only have 30 minutes, I can opt for one of the 2 premixes and be soaking wet by the end! More, Amy, more! - posted by Amy on 5/18/2011

A Fun, Great Workout
I am a runner who was looking for some good cross-training. This worked great for me. It kept my heartrate in the 150s-160s. - posted by Bryanna on 4/7/2011

Wow!
I loved it, very intense workout. Any instructor who screams "Ninja!" in the middle of a kickbox routine gets my vote!! - posted by Zach on 2/17/2011

Fun and you will sweat
I love all of Amy's cardio workouts. This is one of my favorites. I am an advanced exerciser and this still kicks my butt. The choreography is fun and it does not get boring. - posted by Wendy on 1/30/2011

It was good for me...
This is my first Amy video, and I loved it. This was also my first "advanced" video. I agree with another reviewer who said that this is not for the the first time kickboxer, as Amy is more concerned with making you sweat than teaching you form. I've been doing kickboxing for a couple of years, so no big deal for me. I am not the most coordinated person and found the first combo after the warm up to be a bit tricky, but other than that I had a blast and definitely got a good sweat going. I highly recommend this video to anyone looking to get out of a cardio rut! - posted by Brittany on 1/24/2011

Sweaty, Sore and Challenged
My workout routines needed a kick in the pants and Amy's DVD did just that. I just did one of the exercise selections and was challenged both mentally and physically, I had fun and I loved her teaching method. I can't wait to go through the rest of the DVD to see what she has in store for me. Loved it!! - posted by Susan Z on 1/20/2011

Get tough!
I am an advanced exerciser (I rotate Insanity, Cathe, Jari Love, etc.) but this workout kicks my butt everytime! I swear this is the only workout that makes my face turn beet red from exertion. It is extreme and very intense. The music is awesome! The combos are fresh, fun, and very challenging. I wouldn't recommend this to someone who isn't in good shape and aquainted with kickboxing. There are a lot of jump kicks and twisting midair. You could potentially hurt yourself if you don't know what you are doing. Amy really nailed it with this one! - posted by Sierra on 1/14/2011

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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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Higher Impact: Includes movements like jumps, hops and skips. Very high-impact is called plyometrics.

Mixed Impact: This alternates or combines the above styles.

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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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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.