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Ilaria's PowerStrike 5 |
 hard but fun |
| I think Ilaria is an amazing instructor, and while the dvd is extremely challenging for this 55 year old, it's very worthwhile. As others have said, Ilaria is very careful to teach you proper form, and she tells you to work at your own pace. So, even though I couldn't follow alot of the moves, I still got an amazing workout because I just kept moving and doing what I could.
Some martial arts or kickboxing background is an advantage, but not crucial. - posted by Stephanie on 11/12/2009 |
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| I finally found a kickboxing video that I LOVE!!! |
| I bought this video because I injured my foot training for a marathon and was given restrictions of no high impact cardio until I lost another 20-30 lbs. After talking to a consultant I got some ideas on how to get my cardio in that was low impact. This video was one of the suggestions. I love it!! I've been doing it for a couple weeks now, and I'm getting better every time I do it. I still have a hard time with the fast punches, but I know I'll get it down. I don't like videos with difficult choregraphy, and this isn't like that at all. It's a great cardio workout, keeps your heartrate up and works your body without high impact. - posted by Lynn on 10/16/2009 |
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| Simply Put.... AWESOME! |
| Doesn't get any better than this... plain and simple....Ilaria is the best there is, perfect cueing, teaches perfect form, great combos that are challenging but not impossible. All around fantastic workout from the best in the biz. Love it! - posted by Jill Sherry on 10/5/2009 |
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| WOW!!! |
| I just finished this workout for the first time and I have to say I LOVE IT!! I'm actually sitting at the computer dripping sweat because I wanted to write this review straight away. The workout is tough, but exciting. Ilaria (while slightly intimidating to look at at first) has an incredibly warm and relaxed teaching style. Fun, fast choreography, strong kicks and punches. It's fantastic all-around. Of course, ask me again in the morning and I'm pretty sure all you will hear is groans of agony...in the best possible way ;) - posted by Erin on 9/6/2009 |
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| I'm lovin it |
| I have tried many kickboxing workouts before but not like this one. The pace is exactly what I wanted. I felt that other kickboxing workouts were fast-paced which did not allow proper technique and form. I like to benefit from fully executed moves. This DVD fits what I needed. I do it three times a week. I have learned the choreography after two workouts. I simply love the music and that Ilaria works along with the beat. I really enjoy this DVD and cannot say enough. My body is feeling different; for the better. I am looking forward to some Forza workout DVD. She is an excellent instructor! - posted by Geri from NYC on 8/23/2009 |
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| Fabulous Workout-Empowering |
| I have been working out with Tae-Bo for years. However, Powerstrike 5 is superior. Ilaria is friendly, precise, powerful, and constantly reminding you of form and position. The workout itself is intense, and you can adapt it to fit your personal fitness level by altering the kicking heights if need be. At the same time it challenges you to improve. I feel great after this workout, and definitely feel stronger. It is empowering. I am now looking forward to getting started on her Forza Workout. Keep 'em coming Ilaria. - posted by Karen on 6/20/2009 |
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| Awesome! |
| I LOVE this DVD! Ilaria is a great instructor and this workout very well structured. I'm an intermediate exerciser but I'm new to kickboxing, so it's taking me a while to get the punches down pat. Something to consider if you're the type that likes be able to do a workout the first time through. I'm having to 'work through' this one. But I'm enjoying it and each time I'm able to do it more smoothly. Ilaria is encouraging (I thought she'd be 'hard' too) and is great at giving form pointers. This workout is challenging, but it's fun too! - posted by Tamara on 5/29/2009 |
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 Great form! |
| I LOVE her form! She's excellent. Me, on the other hand, a bit spastic. This is my first kickbox DVD though I scanned a lot of others before buying this one. She is pretty fast with the moves which can make it a challenge for a beginner like myself, but I think w/ practice, I will come to love this workout. Music's not so great, but at this point, I'm too distracted trying to learn the moves. I do love her as an instructor; she's my new favorite. Love her accent! - posted by dlee on 3/17/2009 |
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| Absolutely Perfect |
| Hands down, the best kickboxing workout available on DVD. The moves are challenging, yet doable. I was already covered in sweat midway through the warm-up punching segments. Holy cow, this is an incredible workout. I love the instructor-she manages to be both friendly and tough. I also like that the backup folks are actually sweating! I could have used a much longer cooldown, I have to say. It's super-fast, and my heart was still pounding at the end. - posted by Jamie on 2/22/2009 |
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| Power Perfection Style |
| I have worked out at home using DVD's for the past 30years. I have been a fan of Cathe Friedrich because of the excellent instruction, motivating music and moderate intensity workout. Ilaria will be my new instructor to join my list of favorites. This workout was fun, excellent technique, great music that motivated me to move! I liked the unique style of music with an awesome beat. It took a little while to catch the routine.Once you learn the patterns, it is so much fun and calorie burning. I like her professional no nonsense instruction. Excellent... keep making more moderate to high intensity aerobic workouts! Sandra - posted by Sandra on 1/25/2009 |
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