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Fat Burning Fusion with Ellen Barrett

Level:		Intermediate

Aerobics impact:		Lower

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Lower body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		5 minutes	(13%)
Lower body:		26 minutes	(66%)
Abs:		8 minutes	(21%)

	(includes toning in blended aero/tone segments)

Instructor:		Ellen Barrett
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 66 customer ratings)


Item #7898	$14.95	In-stock: Yes

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Ellen smoothly integrates true muscle-toning into flowing ballet, Pilates, balance and athletic movements. She combines the effectiveness of a traditional aero/tone workout with the grace and elegance of a ballet class (the program is even done barefoot). Each combo works multiple muscles in a naturally flowing progression (e.g. you start with a squat, add a traveling motion, then blend in the arm circles — while always keeping your abs engaged). The moves range from Pilates butterflies and mermaids, to dancer pliés and arabesques, to classic leg lifts and repeaters. Ellen’s cuing is both mindful and easy to follow. ©2007. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Fat Burning Fusion with Ellen Barrett
Absolutely intermediate
and good for advanced (and, modified, beginners) too. Anyone who tells you differently isn't working maximumly and forgot what it's like to be a true beginner. If you're familiar with Ellen Barrett's previous work you probably know most of these moves which culminate here in a beautiful, flowing routine that is never boring. You're constantly moving and basically in a plie squat for the entire workout. This gets my heart rate in that great fat burning zone and leaves my very hard to fatigue inner thighs sore. If you want arm work get Slim Sculpt from the same series. - posted by Rebecca on 8/5/2008

Yeeouch!
I have been doing Firm workouts since 1993. I'm a devout "Firm Believer" so, of course, my w/o philosophy is awt...til now. This workout had me sweating & feeling great while I was doing it. But then the next day I was sore as if I had never exercised or lifted a single weight. What gives? I cannot believe how sore ( & liking it) I am still 2 days after a non weight w/o. I will definitely add this one to my rotation schedule. Highly recommend it. - posted by dee on 7/21/2008

Enjoy this workout
I did a little experiment with this workout. I've tried it just kind of going through the motions and also tried it really focusing on the mind body connection she talks about. If you just kind of go through the motions it isn't much of a workout. But if you really focus in on the moves and holding your core strong and firm and using your body weight or against gravity for moves you really do get a good core workout. I am an intermediate/advanced exerciser. This is a great compliment to the more traditional weight workouts. - posted by Marcie on 7/14/2008

Fantastic, highly recommend!!!
This was excellent! I have done all of the dvd's that Ellen has been in and this is one of my favorites so far. I would consider it to be intermediate in level and it is so nice for a change of pace and a lighter day workout. I like to mix in pilates at least once a week in my rotation (I like Cathe workouts, my elliptical, and running and walking outdoors). I think it's important to have some good pilates or yoga mixed into your week to stretch out and work the core. Great job Ellen, I'll be checking out the others in this series. - posted by Stacey on 6/19/2008

Not intermediate
This was the first Ellen Barrett DVD I've purchased. I usually do advanced workouts and bought it thinking it was an intermediate workout to use on light days. Although she is pleasant and a good instructor, I found the work out was lacking in aerobic and muscular challenge. She mentions that one's arms should be "burning" or legs should be "buzzing", but for me, not so much. It seems like it would be best people who are just starting out. It's nice, though. - posted by Jan on 6/15/2008

Love, love, love this workout!!
This is my first work out from Ellen, and I love it! She's an excellent instructor, great cuing, and pleasant. I love the fluidity and subtle power of the this workout, the easy flow of the movements. "Engaging your core" throughout provides a very effective ab toning element, along with whole-body toning and a cardio effect as well. I really feel this overall workout when I'm finished, but I'm not exhausted. This is a truly unique approach to exercising that has reenergized my exercise routine. - posted by Lynda on 5/31/2008

Feeling the burn!!
I can't believe some of the negative comments I have read about this video. I just got done with this workout for the first time (note- I am an intermi/advance excerciser) and I was sweating!!! My arms and legs were burning! AND to those that asked "where is the ab work?" I guess you weren't focusing on your core enough otherwise you WILL FEEL those ABS TRUST ME! This is a great workout! I love Ellen :) - posted by Anna on 5/22/2008

Wow! Intense Energy!
Amazing what a flowing workout without weights can do for your mind and body! This is a non-traditional workout. Great for those with knee problems. The amount of standing ABS work will surprise you and is the best for me, as I can do the usual crunches but some of the new pilates abs work has me struggling. This video and ellens self bikini video are exceptional!!! AND great for all ages and a nice change up from the usual workout. You won't be disappointed! - posted by Mo on 5/14/2008

Another great workout from Ellen Barrett
This is a great video. I've done some of Ellen's other videos - Crunch and Shape, and I love them. This is a great combination of the best things about her other videos. While I was working out, I definitely felt my heart rate getting up there, but I didn't realize how hard I was really working until it was over. I did feel my arms get really sore and tired during the workout, since Ellen has you hold your arms out during the majority of the video. After my workout, I took my dog on his nightly walk, and I found myself walking very slowly! Admittedly, I'm not at my all-time best shape, but I'm no newbie to working out, and this was excellent! - posted by Dawn on 5/5/2008

Great Work Out
I am 63 years young but have very bad knees but this dvd is gentle enough and very effective. I tend to bulk up very easliy so this is a pleasant surprise. I would certainly recommend this one for all over fitness 5 stars - posted by Barbara on 4/29/2008

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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.

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.

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.