Star Trainers: Strength
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Actor: Gay Gaspar, Kendell Hogan, Kimberly Spreen, Rob Glick, Violet ZakiBrand: Lions Gate
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 115 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-12-18
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Lions Gate
Product features:
- Actors: Rob Glick, Kendell Hogan, Violet Zaki, Kimberly Spreen, Gay Gaspar
- Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
- Language: English
- Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only).
- Rated R. Run Time: 115 minutes.
Movie Reviews of Star Trainers: Strength
Movie Review: I workout daily at med to high intensity...and this one is a new favorite dvd!
Summary: 5 Stars
I workout daily with the majority of my workouts being done to fitness dvds...because of this I've collected quite a library of them so I have much to compare 'em to...Still, every now and again I add to the collection for new motivation. This one a recent addition when Amazon had a sale and I have to say, in spite of having over 100 fitness dvds, this is a new favorite.
It's rare to find such variety in one dvd so if you only want a small library to work out with..or even just a couple dvds I would most assuredly suggest this one because you get variety with it...5 different top trainers chosen from the exercise channel. That, to me, makes it like getting 5 different dvds in one. Or 5 personal trainers in your own home, depending upon how you view it! <grin>
But none of that matters unless it WORKS, right?
CALORIC BURN AND RESULTS: I wear a bodybugg to measure my daily caloric burn. I mention this only so you'll know what I say is based upon scientific measurement rather than percieved exertion or results. The bodybugg (what you see on the arms of the Biggest Loser contestants) enables me to not only measure how many total calories are burned during a workout, but also how many calories are burned per minute. This gives me a great comparison with various exercise dvds...and this one hit the bullseye! Not surprisingly for something produced by an exercise channel, they slam more into one move so, while you don't feel like you are doing double the workout, you actually are. For example, during leg work you'll hold handweights...this brings in upper body toning...then you'll twist while doing the legwork...which is a standing ab workout. Then, interspersed inside the strength building, there is cardio to lift and keep your heart rate elevated. When this is combined with strength training, you not only have a higher caloric burn during the strength workout, but the toning builds muscle, revs the metabolism, and keeps the heart rate up long after you are done. Because of this combo which allows for circuit training, you get more bang for your buck in both caloric burn and results. You'll see the same science behind many of the Biggest Loser dvds as well for example if you are familiar with them.
For me, there's nothing better and I am always in search of good fitness dvds that combine an elevated heart rate with toning...less work for more results. Burn fat. Build muscle.
This, according to my bodybugg, rated high on caloric burn...not easy for a strength training dvd which typically is geared more to toning.
CUEING: This is always a big one for me because I've found that some instructors trip me up if they don't explain things well or shout out things when they seem halfway done with the moves. Each instructor here was clear and easy to follow and offered excellent cueing.
ENERGY: Very high energy with upbeat music. No boredom for me on this one.
SET: Very professional well lit gym setting and each instructor had a backup team. You'll see all shapes and sizes on the dvd which, for many, helps motivation.
MOVES: There are some original moves here you won't see on other fitness dvds which peaked my interest since I feel like I've "been there, done that" on many. Yes, you'll have the standard ones that have been shown to work the best like squats but you'll see new ones and new ways of doing things that add in both more muscle groups and good results.
INSTRUCTION: While a beginner may want to start with low weights and progress up, the instruction is clear enough for all levels. I use heavier weights than most probably would to challenge myself but you'll work every muscle from head to toe so grab the weights that are your level and advance upward to always reach better results as you improve. Because you will hit so many muscles, changing your resistance is all you need to allow this one to move with you regardless of your level.
NEGATIVES: Did we really need the severe plug for Propel water to be that obvious? This isn't about the fitness aspect but to hear "we'll break for some Propel in a second" and then mention it again then see all the team grab a Propel and obviously fake chat while you have your own "Propel" break is silly...but heck I guess if it pays for 5 instructors to be on one dvd I'll live with it...I'd suggest they make it less obvious next dvd that it's a plug by simply saying "lets break for water" and then just doing a close up on the Propel label. It kinda defeats the purpose this way. High cheeseball factor here.
CONCLUSION: I think this hit all points to make it a favorite dvd of mine...great variety, worked all muscles without doing "just legs" one day or "just arms" but offering complete strength and some cardio moves in each one for big circuit training results. Great instruction, great energy...highly recommend it.
ALTERNATIVES: If you like the toning and fat burning aspect of this dvd, you may also like Kathy Smith: Build Muscle Shrink Fat or Crunch: Total Resculpt dvd. The Biggest Loser dvds also offer circuit traning for higher caloric burn when strength training as well. Just to name a few competitors that work as well.
Summary of Star Trainers: Strength
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