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Core Force with Anni Mairs

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Level:		Inter/Advan

Aerobics impact:		Higher

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Abs

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		2 minutes	(11%)
Upper/lower:		4 minutes	(22%)
Abs:		12 minutes	(67%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Anni Mairs
		Instructor profile

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(average of 4 customer ratings)


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A core-focused aero/tone workout that alternates intervals of high-energy cardio with mostly floorwork toning. You get an endlessly changing medley of varied movements. Every minute brings a smooth transition to something new — sometimes just changing exercises, sometimes changing entire body positions (e.g. up for power jumps, down for planks, up for repeaters, down for crunches ...). The exercises are high-intensity and straight forward — all with a true core emphasis (as primary movers, not just stabilizers). Requires 3 to 5 lb. dumbbells; they’re used in the cardio segments. A step is optional (Anni does the workout on a step, her assistant does not). ©2006.

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Core Force with Anni Mairs

much better than Cardio Force

For some reason I found Cardio Force very non-motivating and expected not too much from this one. But to my surprise, I really like it. It is basically step cardio & abs in 1 minute intervals. The time just flies by. I use heavier weights whenever practical to get a greater challenge. - posted by holly on 5/4/2010

Wow!

I really liked this one! She changes moves every 60 seconds! She does alternate back and forth from cardio right to the mat on the floor for ab work and back to cardio again. If getting up and down from the floor often bothers you- you may not like it. The moves were simple, yet intense! Always something new -you concentrate on the move for 1 minute, then move on! It looked simple, but it kicked my butt! I really did like it. I alternated between using the step with Anni and doing some of the cardio moves on the floor with no step-like her assistant. You can lower the impact when needed also- I was impressed! - posted by Tracy on 7/12/2009

Didn't like it

I started this workout and found the moves to be hokey and boring for me.didn't like the instructor much either. Sorry. Just not for me. Much better interval workouts that this. I got this as I wanted to change up instructors and was just disappointed. - posted by Jill on 5/26/2009

LOVE IT............

I love all of Anni's FORCE workouts and this one is no exception. Exceptionally creative, I can't imagine anyone getting bored doing this workout. Anni stays with her fabulous and effective one minute format and never repeats herself so you get variety galore in this workout. It's just Anni and one of her instructors,who does beginner modifications so CoreForce is perfect for beginners as well as advanced exercisers. You do this workout with or without a Step along with very light hand weights so there is minimal equipment involved. Anni does a mixture of both standing and floor ab work. There is alot of up and down movement in this workout so if that bothers you,you probably should pass on this one but I for one loved the variety (and the breaks). The music is just so-so but the workout is so wonderful it really didn't matter to me. Every inch of your core will be worked in this routine and Anni is a true professional,very calm while keeping the fun factor going the entire time. This one isn't as advanced and intense as her newest,CardioForce, but I don't think it was intended to be. Anni's workouts are fresh and different with very simple choreography,which I love,but if you enjoy complicated moves,you won't like this one. You have the option of choosing how long your workout is,in 10 minute increments as Anni tells you what point you are at and gives you the option to forward to the cooldown. I wish this one was chaptered and had some premixes,that is the only thing I would change. I highly recommend this one (and all of Anni's FORCE workouts!!) - posted by Judy on 3/31/2009

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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.

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.