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Ellen Barrett's Barefoot Cardio

Backcover description: Are you looking to zap the fat, firm up all over, and create a tall, lean, graceful body? Well, you've come to the right workout! Barefoot Cardio is a 45-minute innovative fat-burning blend of standing Pilates and aerobic dance where you de

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Ellen Barrett's Barefoot Cardio

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	"Chosen as 'best energizer.' The graceful, flowing moves are gentle on your body."

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Level:		Intermediate

Aerobics impact:		Lower

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Lower body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		4 minutes	(11%)
Lower body:		25 minutes	(72%)
Abs:		6 minutes	(17%)

	(includes toning in blended aero/tone segments)

Instructor:		Ellen Barrett
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Certified instructor description: A uniquely smooth-flowing mix of dance, core and breath-oriented opening exercises. It’s a well-cued program that “just feels good.” You’ll burn fat, shape your body ... and reduce stress. Because it’s done without the usual shoe support, the moves require additional attention to strength and balance. You’ll also just naturally be more deeply engaged and better connected to the movements (besides, it’s really freeing and fun to work out barefoot!). The motions are always fluid and controlled, never jarring or flailing. They include dance-style pliés and relevés, core-focused toning plus lots of opening exercises (shoulders rolled back, chest and heart opened up). ©2009. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Ellen Barrett's Barefoot Cardio
Not as good as her LIVE series....
My first Ellen Barrett DVDs were the first 4 of the 5 LIVE series. I adore these: they are fun! The music is great, they make you sweat and Ellen is a blast! Barefoot Cardio is a good cardio/balance challenge and it will probably be the only STUDIO workout I keep. I bought them all but I am pretty disappointed after the quality of the LIVE series. - posted by Jennifer on 6/4/2013

cheery start to the day
This is the first EB video I've tried. She certainly cheered up my morning with her upbeat approach. Working out barefoot is a fun change, and doing this video was like taking a brisk walk with a supportive friend on a spring day. I would rate it advanced beginner to lower intermediate, but my body and mind appreciated the change of pace from more challenging workouts. - posted by Gale on 5/17/2013

Effective
Really enjoy this workout. I like not having to be all "sneakered" up and can still have an effective workout. Ellen is great at slow but strong workouts. - posted by Lola on 5/17/2013

Get ready to sweat!
I was skeptical about this video being a true cardio workout, but you really do work up a sweat. The moves look easy in the clip, and while it is true you won't feel as though you've run a marathon by the end, you will sweat! I love that I never felt completely out of breath during the routine, but my heart rate remained elevated. I prefer videos that don't have a lot of repetitive moves. This one did repeat the happy feet/pony move quite often, but it felt good in between the tougher moves so I didn't mind the repetition in this case. I have two other Ellen DVD's that I've done and I love them both (Burn and Firm Pilate & Grace and Gusto. If you are a fan of Ellen Barrett, you will likely enjoy this. - posted by Aundrea on 5/6/2013

Great Workout!
Love love love this workout! I am completely sweaty by the end and I feel very tall and stretched out and I love it! You will get a very good workout and it does not feel like you just broke your body in half! Go Ellen! - posted by Heather on 4/11/2013

So gentle but effective!
I am in love with Ellen Barrett's Barefoot Cardio DVD. It is so easy on the body but TOTALLY effective at the same time! I don't have a lot of room in my house to workout, so I just whip out my mat. This gives me just what I need in order to get in a good workout in without all of the pounding and running around in a small space. - posted by Jackie on 3/29/2013

Great workout
I am new to Pilates and Ellen Barrett and thoroughly enjoyed this workout and was surprised what a great cardio workout I got from this while still being easy on my joints. I am 55 and now have cervical spine issues and my Neurologist and Chiropractor both suggested I give Pilates a try. After almost 30 years of step aerobic (Cathe) and Firm workouts I was told it was time to give up the step and be kinder to my joints. This is perfect. I have also been doing private sessions with a Pilates instructor so this workout is great to use on the other days I workout at home. I highly recommend. - posted by Kathye on 3/28/2013

Good work out
Pleased with the DVD. Good for people of my age (recently medicare eligible but very active). It gives a good work-out without overtaxing the joints. Was very pleased with the speed with which I received the order. - posted by Mary Ann on 3/28/2013

Great workout
I really like all her workouts waiting on next release - posted by Barbara on 3/28/2013

Unique and fun!
I love Ellen workouts, and barefoot is even better. I found this one to be fun and challenging enough to be part of my regular repertoire. I am 36 and workout 5 days a week. I think this workout had a lot less repetition then some of her other workouts, the moves where fun and creative. The only reason I do not give it five stars is because I think the music is awful. It does not seem to fit the pace and energy of this workout. - posted by Elisabeth A. on 3/9/2013

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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.

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.