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Patrick Goudeau's Hard Work Conditioning

Backcover description: While getting in shape should be fun, it’s not always easy to burn calories and get lean. This total body workout is the real deal with no time wasted and no muscle left untouched. Using a step and had held weights, split the workout int

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Level:		Inter/Advan

Aerobics impact:		Mixed

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Total body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		9 minutes	(25%)
Lower body:		7 minutes	(19%)
Upper/lower:		11 minutes	(31%)
Abs:		9 minutes	(25%)

	(includes toning in aero/tone intervals)

Instructor:		Patrick Goudeau
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(average of 96 customer ratings)

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Certified instructor description: Alternating intervals of easy-to-follow aerobics plus compound muscle toning. It’s intense, but also playful and fun. Patrick Goudeau’s infectious energy and honest encouragement are sure to keep you motivated (“oh my gosh, this is tough”). The non-dancy cardio segments feature both step and floor aerobics — explosive and powerful moves like squat thrusts and jacks. The fast-moving toning intervals include flexibility and balance exercises. These routines creatively integrate multiple muscles into every movement (e.g. bicep curls while doing a one-legged squat as you’re standing on the step). Requires 3 to 10 lbs. dummbells. ©2007. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Patrick Goudeau's Hard Work Conditioning
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Excellent. Thought I couldn't get sore anymore, but I did with this video. - posted by Eileen on 1/23/2012

Great workout
I don't have an aerobic step and I still get a good workout doing this video. It didn't start out as quick as I was expecting, but by the middle of the workout I was really feeling it. I really enjoyed that the weight segments also work balance, which is an area I need to work on. I would suggest completing the workout two or three times before making an opinion on it. - posted by AutumnRose on 11/1/2011

Wow
I have had this DVD for 2 weeks and still feel challenged by the first section. These are moves I've never seen before and hit muscles from a different direction. Exactly what I was looking for...a challenge. - posted by Julie Desrosiers on 7/23/2011

unique high-intensity workout
Patrick Goudeau presents an unusual and very intense aerobic workout not found in other workout videos I've done. He uses light weight dumbbells to raise intensity and for strength training. Lots of varied squats, plyometrics; would be difficult to do more than twice a week. He is an energizing trainer! - posted by Kathy on 6/3/2011

The Best Workout
I get a great workout with this tape! It is very challenging at first, but I'm getting better with each workout. Patrick combines exercises with balance moves so there is no "downtime." You are getting a great workout every minute without being overwhelming. I love how he incorporates weights with balance moves because I really need this! - posted by Sydney on 3/6/2011

Be Careful
I have been an avid exerciser/runner for many years. On the section of the video where he is doing abs on the step with the leg out and the arms overhead....BE CAREFUL. This is a dangerous move and I hurt my lower back very badly. Three weeks of meds/herniated disc. It is very easy to injure yourself during this segment. Transistions are way too quick overall.... - posted by Deb on 3/3/2011

Patrick never disappoints!
I have been teaching fitness classes for 29 years. The classes range from step, slide, body sculpting, circuit, interval, hi/lo. I loved this video. It offered a different way of lifting instead of traditional 3 sets of each exercise using major muscle groups. It kept my class moving and although light wts. are suggested, it was still challenging and very effective! - posted by Julie on 3/3/2011

Awesome workout!!!
I LOVE this workout: it is challenging and gets your heart rate up without alot of impact. I have always loved classic step and Firm-style strength workouts, but my favorite has always been "bootcamp / circuit"-type work: working large and small muscle groups at once with intervals of cardio. This one had it all!! I am now going to buy Patrick's other Hardcore workout. - posted by Mel on 1/12/2011

Nice Workout
This is my first Patrick Goudeau workout and I have to say I am quite surprised at how fun the workout is. I love the circuit type workout it makes the hour go by quickly. I'm a personal trainer and I like to add new routines to my clients workouts and also to mine, the moves are easy to follow but boy do they get your heart rate up. I also like how there is two different routines to do depending on how long you want to workout on any given day. The only reason why I gave this video 4 stars was because you can barely hear the music, you hear Patrick fine but the music is way to low. Buy this video you'll love the workout. - posted by Lisa on 10/28/2010

Patrick is my new found favorite!
I'm a die-hard Cathe fan, Every DVD I've purchased since discovering Cathe has paled in comparison to her - until Patrick Goudeau. I just recently bought this DVD and I LOVE it! It's an extremely challenging DVD without being too hard on my joints. I was totally shocked when I had to "take a break" in the middle of this workout! I, also, like how he incorporates stability exercises with compound movements. I liked this DVD so much that I just purchased Patrick's Hard Working Conditioning 24/7 and Hard Working Conditioning 2. I'm sure he won't disappoint me! - posted by Michelle on 10/8/2010

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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.

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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.

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.