The Pit Workout
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Movie Reviews of The Pit Workout
Movie Review: The Pit
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this DVD to break up my work outs at the gym when I had lite days with CrossFit. The 2 DVD set gives you a upper body, lower body and total body work outs along with tips on punching hand wraping and other useful information for a beginner. Each work out will run from :50 - 1hr:10min long. If you plan on doing this in the house on a rug I would buy a mat as well because you will form a pool of sweat. I think if you were to only do each work out 2-3 times a week you would still get into great shape.
You will have to have a set of MMA style gloves and hand wraps if you plan on hitting a heavy bag like they do on the upper/lower body work outs. Another item needed is a jump rope. The heavy bag and gloves are not mandatory as you can still do the work out by shadow boxing but to get the full effect I would suggest the items mentioned.
FYI this DVD is no joke! If you follow along you will have to be in above average shape just to keep up. I have seen guys try to jump into this DVD thinking it was some sort of TV informercial deal and that they were going to show everyone how hard they were and in the process only ended up puking in the waste basket and leaving the gym in shame. If you are just starting out go at your own pace and before you know it you will be yelling at the TV to pick it up and stop resting so much :)
Movie Review: "This isn't Tae Bo...This is THE PIT" - John Hackelman
Summary: 5 Stars
I train in martial arts and have been looking for ways to improve my cardio. I started with running and biking but that got boring quick. I then looked for exercise videos and yes (I am ashamed to say) I even tried Tae Bo. However, even with weights on all four of my extremities I still had no problem doing the entire Tae Bo cardio workout. Then I found The Pit Workout by John Hackelman (the trainer of Chuck Liddell - UFC light heavyweight champion).
This is a Killer workout series consisting of three workouts. One upper body workout, one lower body workout and one full body workout. Each lasts about an hour. Although you don't have to own a heavy bag/wavemaster to do the upper and lower body workouts you would probably benefit more by having one.
At one point of the workout (when I was about to puke) he actually says, "This isn't Tae Bo... This is the Pit" - LOL. I can see where Liddell gets his knockout power if he does these workouts.
Movie Review: Awesome kick in the pants
Summary: 5 Stars
Firstly, thanks to Mr. Hacklemann for this DVD. It has brought in a much needed variety to my workout. The fact that he works out throughout the DVD adds credo to the contents of the DVD. Here is a brief description -
DVD has 3 workouts- upper body, lower body and combo. The last one is without any equipment. The workout trains in both the aerobic and anaerobic ranges. It has plents of explosive power exercises and well as lactic tolerance exercises. there is a bonus section at the end dealing with hand wraps, punch and kick techniques which is useful.
I thought i was in good shape but i guess its relative! i was winded the first 15 minutes into workout #3 (without equipment). the blackjacks are phenomenal at building power and burning the cellulite. also i like that he trains for anaerobic situations as well.
outstanding workouts and a great value for the price. Highly recommended!
Movie Review: Like a Rock!
Summary: 5 Stars
As a big Liddell fan, I purchased the Pit Workout mainly out of curiosity to see how he trains. I remember watching it for the first time, thinking "there's no way I could ever get through that". After gaining 25 lbs. between doctor visits, and constant badgering from the wife to lose weight, I decided I'd try it. I spread the three workouts throughout the week, doing one every other day, mixing some light running and dumbbell exercises on the days between. Within 3 months I lost over 50 lbs., and could get through all three workouts without cheating! I can't describe the way this workout makes me feel. The word "invincible" comes to mind. I literally feel like a rock. Every muscle in my body feels twice as strong! People are constantly asking me how I lost the weight, I always respond with two words (no, not diet + exercise) ... "The Pit".
My wife and I thank you Mr. Hackleman!
Movie Review: Better than P90X!
Summary: 5 Stars
I completed 90 days of P90X and had great results but wanted more of a challenge and even more results. The Pit workout does it and is more fun for me because I am interested in MMA. I am noticing a higher level of strength and fitness, and getting a little more cut. P90X feels like aerobics compared to this! I still mix in the weights DVDs from P90X, but the PIT pushes you harder. And you are still using just your body and don't really need equipment. John Hackleman is a cool dude and is helpful and instructive with no BS.
My only criticism is that you should do some jump rope or jacks while John talks before each set cause he stretches the water break about a minute too long sometimes.
If you get the boxset, you will have a more complete picture of what John teaches in regards to fitness.