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The Firm: Calorie Explosion

Backcover description: Fat Doesn’t Stand A Chance! Get set to burn maximum calories and fat like never before in this hardcore cardio workout! Calorie Explosion lets you customize routines to meet your fat-blasting goals — as well as your schedule. Choose a quick

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The Firm: Calorie Explosion

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Level:		Inter/Advan

Aerobics impact:		Higher

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Toning emphasis:		Upper & Lower body

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Toning Emphasis

Upper body:		2 minutes	(8%)
Lower body:		8 minutes	(31%)
Upper/lower:		12 minutes	(46%)
Abs:		4 minutes	(15%)

	(includes toning in blended aero/tone segments)

Instructor:		Alison Davis-McLain
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Instructor:		Emily Welsh
Instructor:		Rebekah Sturkie

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Certified instructor description: A no-nonsense aero/tone program that uses dumbbells — an updated version of the original “The Firm” videos. This time-efficient format is specially designed to burn fat as it reshapes your body. Each of the four segments can be done as a separate workout. One segment is pure kickbox cardio. The others feature the traditional Firm format: aerobics blended — or alternated with — dumbbell toning. While the format is classic, many of the moves have been modernized with creative modifications or options (e.g. instead of a plain lunge, you get a “power cross-country ski;” instead of plain jump, you get a trampoline-style, full tuck jump). Superbly led by Alison McLain. Requires 2 to 10 lb. dumbbells. ©2010. DVD has: Programmable chapters.

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The Firm: Calorie Explosion
horrible!!!!
SHOULD HAVE SENT IT BACK - posted by Simone on 1/19/2013

Really sweat with this one
This was one of the better of The Firm workouts, I really broke out in a sweat and hurt the next day. I recommend it. - posted by Marian M on 12/26/2012

RESULTS.
You want results? Do this workout a few times a week. One of the best firm workouts to date, this one will keep you sweating all the way through. Alison usually delivers the more challenging cardio workouts, and is probably my favorite because of it, but this is clearly the best yet. - posted by Stacie on 12/4/2012

Not bad for a Firm video
Okay, I am not a Firmie at all. But this was a deal and it looked more advanced than their others. Pros:I like the format and it did get my heart rate up. I am looking for intense videos I can do in under an hour during the work week. This fits the bill. I like the different segments and my favorite was the kickboxing. Nothing is repetitious. Cons: I have done this 3 times and I really have a hard time getting my weights right. It is a crazy pace for cardio and weight work. I don't have real light weights and used 8 & 10 lb dumbbells. This became too much with the pace of the workout. The weight work isn't enough of anything, so I dropped them a few times and kicked up the cardio. I'm not quite sure why weights needed to be used at all in this. She could have done all cardio segments without weights and I think I would have given it 4 or 5 stars. the weight work just didn't go with the workout. Too much thinking for me to keep my form right. I will take this one out often, but I may find a way to restructure the workout. - posted by Cam on 11/17/2012

Sweet! !
I was so exited to get this after spotting the tuck jumps on the preview. I love to hate them...This one really got me, and I can't wait to do it again! ! ! - posted by Cyndi on 10/5/2012

A favorite of mine!
This is a great calorie burn, and just enough of a challenge. I do this workout often for cardio and it's an hour well spent! - posted by Dale on 9/21/2012

Great Sweat
This was a great workout. It really makes you sweat a lot! Always like the variety and different types of moves that make "The Firm" videos so unique. - posted by Judy on 8/25/2012

Good Workout, Typical Firm
I like the format on this one. You can do 1 workout which will take about 19 minutes (with warm up and cool down) or up to 5. The only thing I didn't like was that you can't rewind if you select more than 1 workout. And even though the cuing is excellent (typical Firm!), I sometimes have to go back to catch a part or because I wasn't ready. Guess I need to learn to use the pause button! The pace is pretty quick, but not overly so. This doesn't use a lot of free weights; it's mostly cardio or exercises with body weight. It did get my heart pumping. I would have given this 5 stars if you could rewind. - posted by Kelli on 8/21/2012

Becoming a FIRM Believer!
I had just started using workout DVD from the FIRM. I love these short workouts because they are very challenging and very effective! - posted by Pedro on 7/26/2012

Sweat Like Crazy
I love this workout. It is very challenging. I consider myself an intermediate to advanced exerciser and I am extremely challenged with this workout. Alison is a great instructor. She is my favorite Firm instructor. I love the FIRM. - posted by Kristin on 6/6/2012

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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.

Programmable chapters

At the beginning of your workout, you can select the exact segments you want to play that day. The DVD will then play all those segments in the order you chose.

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.