Chubby Hubby Workout: Knockout Husband

Chubby Hubby Workout: Knockout Husband Review

This is a great follow up to the first Chubby Hubby Workout, which I also own. While the first video was intended to gently push and motivate new exercisers, this one's a bit more of a challenge. It's a lot more aerobic, with more upper body moves. The program is designed like a boxing match. It's broken down into 10 different "Rounds." Each round is about 2 1/2 to 3 minutes long, and each segment gets progressively harder. One fringe benefit was the upper body rotation that boxing seems to provide, which actually helped my stiff lower back. I wouldn't jump right into this program. Something like the first Chubby Hubby would be a better place to start. It's also nice to be able to follow a guy like Larry (he's the featured Chubby Hubby) who I can definately identify with.

Chubby Hubby Workout: Knockout Husband Overview

Getting in fighting trim has never been easier or more fun. Designed with the older guy in mind, Chubby Hubby Workout: Knockout Husband leads the viewer through a series of boxing and martial arts exercises guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping. Get Ready To Go The Distance: Divided into 10 "rounds" this video includes stretching, warm-up, hitting and punching drills, footwork, martial arts skills, jump rope, as well as heavy and speed bag-inspired moves. In addition, this video features core and resistance training. Knockout Husband is unlike any other exercise DVD, it combines a unique boxing style background set; Funk, Southern Rock, Rock-A-Billy, Blues and classic Rock 'n' Roll music; and real, traditional boxing and martial arts moves. Special bonus features -- How To Wrap Your Hands, Easy Jump Rope Instruction, and Boxing Tips. Every guy is a champ when it comes to getting fit with the Chubby Hubby Workout: Knockout Husband! The Chubby Hubby Workout series was created by Sharyn Pak, who also provides the program's voice-over instruction. The routines are performed by her husband Larry who goes "mano a mano" with the viewer, demonstrating the easy-to-follow moves. Optional Equipment: Jump rope and hand wraps. Running Time: 56 minutes

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Kathy Smith: Cardio Knockout

Kathy Smith: Cardio Knockout Review

I want to give an unbiased review, so I'll just say that this is the best boxing/kickboxing DVD known to humankind!

Working with seasoned pros Michael Olajide and Keith Cooke, Kathy Smith takes you through the basics of boxing and kickboxing, then provides two solid, sweaty workouts. This makes the DVD perfect for beginner and experienced exercisers alike. With a bonus tai chi-inspired stretch routine by popular instructor Keli Roberts, and a quick energising tai chi workout by Keith Cooke, "Cardio Knockout" is not only excellent value for money, but the kind of workout DVD you can use in different ways for years to come.

As I'm pretty uncoordinated, I always thought that kickboxing would be too difficult for me to learn. But this DVD makes it easy - you can start with the four basic punches demonstrated by Michael Olajide, then add the kicks, which are expertly broken down and demonstrated by Keith Cooke. The kickboxing workout employs simple punch/kick combinations; there are no lengthy choreographed routines to learn here. During the kickboxing workout, Keith sometimes appears in a split screen with form tips.

The boxing workout is filmed in an industrial setting - you can see flashes of arc welding in the background. This, plus the driving music and occasional black-and-white shots, gives the workout a tough, gritty feeling.

If you're looking for a tough cardio workout without dancey moves or complicated choreography and which can be performed using a minimum of space, you can't go past either of the routines on "Cardio Knockout". The only caveat I would offer is that you shouldn't do the workouts on carpet; as there is a lot of pivoting, you run the risk of torquing your knees. I put down rubber puzzle mats on top of the carpet so I can really go to town!

Kathy Smith: Cardio Knockout Feature

• CARDIO KNOCKOUT - Three of Kathy's most best selling workouts including Kickboxing, Aerobox and Tai Chi. DVD Includes: KICKBOXING WORKOUT - Five time Martial Arts US World Champion, Keith Cooke joins Kathy in this fun and safe workout using true-to-form martial arts moves. Simple punching and kicking combos to tone and slim, kicking drills for tighter more shapely buns and thighs and kic

Kathy Smith: Cardio Knockout Overview

CARDIO KNOCKOUT - Three of Kathy's most best selling workouts including Kickboxing, Aerobox and Tai Chi.

DVD Includes:

KICKBOXING WORKOUT - Five time Martial Arts US World Champion, Keith Cooke joins Kathy in this fun and safe workout using true-to-form martial arts moves. Simple punching and kicking combos to tone and slim, kicking drills for tighter more shapely buns and thighs and kickboxing stances for a total mind/body connection of focus and balance.

AEROBOX WORKOUT - Kathy teams up with boxing veteran, Michael Olajide Jr. bring authentic boxing techniques to this intense cardio workout. Perfect for men and women, fast paced boxing footwork build killer legs and jump robe/skipping result in increased agility and stamina. First time on DVD.

TAI CHI ENERGIZER WORKOUT - Kathy and Keith guide you through this effective Tai Chi workout designed to increase flexibility and leave you refreshed after an intense workout. Tai Chi is helpful in providing the total mind and body connection any time of day.

Format: DVD MOVIE
Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS
Rating: NR
Age: 031398221487
UPC: 031398221487
Manufacturer No: 22148

Kathy Smith: Cardio Knockout Specifications

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