I ordered Jane Fonda's Fit & Strong as I was wanting something that was not a high energy workout. Good for toning and stretching. I believe that it is a great video for people that just want a good slower paced workout. Glad I purchased it. She is still a great instructor.
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For older adults or people with back issues
March 22, 2012
Reviewer:
my2cents "my2cents"
This is not the old Jane Fonda arobic workouts. This is for someone who may find it difficult to do a lot of exercise for whatever reason. I'm in my late 50's and have a really bad back.(stenosis, dengenerative disease, multi-level lumbar fusion surgery, etc.) I can follow along with this dvd without hurting myself which is more than I can say for most exercise dvds out there. There are two levels. I started with the first for a few times and when I took a try at the second level I found it was fine for me. I'm going to try to introduce my mom (in her mid 80's) to the first level. If you are fit and active you will be bored with this, but if you need a gentle push to get moving and do your stretches and some strenthening, then you may find this helpful. Jane is calm, encouraging and gently reminds you to watch your posture and form without being condesending. If you know an elderly person that may need a little exercise, this might be helpful for them.
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good video for someone new to exercising
March 21, 2012
Reviewer:
TZK
I am 65, a frequent walker & periodic exerciser. I found this DVD very easy and very basic. The DVD has an emphasis on improving balance, which is important. Workout Level 1 had a lot of sitting exercises. Workout Level 2 had some good basic exercises & stretches; I found it very easy. I used 2 lb weights but, because there wasn't a lot of repetition, I will probably try 5 lb weights next time for at least some of the exercises. I was disappointed because I expected more ab exercises and something a little more fun. However, I did find it a good reminder to do exercises to improve balance.
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Good workout video
March 13, 2012
Reviewer:
Penny
I like the workout video. The problem is that after only a few times playing it's freezing and stops playing.
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Arthritus
March 13, 2012
Reviewer:
C. Emery
This is so nice, and respectful, I have arthritus in both knees. I can do this easily. Very well done and nice of Jane Fonda to make this for the weaker program. Excellant!!