Paula Abdul's Get Up and Dance!

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Summary: What a workout!!!
Review: I loved this video. I use to take dance from a studio when I was young and then in high school I was on the dance team, since then I haven't done much when it comes to working out. This tape really got me back into the fun of dance, it's like I forgot how much fun this was. Yes, it is a little challenging to someone who has two left feet but hang in there because sooner or later you will get it and what an accomplishment it will be. It is very up beat and a little intense at moments, one thing I do want to point out is that sometimes it's hard to watch someone teach dance moves facing you.... this can be confusing. I suggest doing the steps in the direction that you feel most comfortable. Paula is good in the beginning with teaching the moves but a little later in the tape the moves get more difficult and she doesn't spend a lot of time on them. All in all it's a great workout video. If you want to learn to dance and you love to dance then I know you will love this tape. Have fun and enjoy!!!

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Summary: Fun Exercising with Paula
Review: Sure the tape is difficult, but it is fun, energetic and challenging. I don't think the tape spends enough time warming people up to do that much challenging dancing. But I have great time doing this tape. It's not for beginners, the choreography is really difficult to pick up. But this tape is for somebody who wants to improve and likes challenges.

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Summary: Great workout dance video
Review: This dance video provides exactly what it said it would, "a dance workout." Paula herself conveyed that she disliked traditional workout tapes and aerobic classes because they were not as much fun as dancing. Thus, she created a workout of "pure" dance moves which would give the same effect of an aerobic workout... True, this workout takes some effort on the participants' part to learn the dance steps, and may be challenging for a first time dancer... however, once again, it is a "dance" workout tape. So if you don't want to incorporate dancing into your workout, this video is not for you. Over all I give her instruction technique and choice of dance moves 5 stars, as it was very suitable dance movement for a good calorie burning, toning and shaping dance workout, and at a great price too!

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Summary: Great music, great energy, difficult steps
Review: My 20-year-old daughter loves this tape. I'm 48 and I do step aerobics regularly but I could not pick up the steps after three attempts. My daughter, however, caught on easily and really got into the moves and the music and frequently works out to this tape. She loves Paula's choreography.

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Summary: If you are willing...
Review: I have used the tape before and got the steps down..(well..most of them!) And I find the tape very satisfying! I love the ab workout! I must say this is one of the best dance aerobic tapes I have seen! Keep up the good work Paula! (I am ready for the next one!)

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Summary: Not for beginners
Review: This tape went too fast for me to pick up the steps. Very frustrating and a waste of money. I donated it to our library :)

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Summary: Paula Abdul's Get Up and Dance is fun!
Review: I'm buying the video now, but I borrowed it earlier for ideas of dance steps. Paula is a fun person. I had a hard time picking up on the steps the first couple of times.I know that I can do the whole routine in time with devoted practice. I get a great workout and I feel terrific after. This is a keep-in-shape and have-fun-at-the-same-time type of video. I used to dance and exercise a lot when I was younger and was in great shape. I want to get back in shape and have fun doing it.

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Summary: Life Changing Moves
Review: At the risk of sounding melodramatic, this video changed my life! I've been doing it now at least 4 times a week for about 9 months now and I am a new person. I've never had much luck at dancing although I have been in musicals in school. And despite my somewhat 'unnatural affinity' for movement of this kind, I loved it. I always felt good after doing this video routine..it had a great effect on my body (and spirit). This video has very successfully combined my love for music, movement and dance patterns with the fulfillment of my dream to be physically fit. I've lost about 40 pounds and am not bored yet. I still love the video. By the way, it is not as hard as the other reviewers suggest...you just need to try your best for the first half dozen times. And gradually add your own sense of style while trying to maintain good form. I am ready to testify to how wonderful this video will treat your body, transform your sense of self and boost your self-confidence. I am sure it will do the same for you.

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Summary: Challenging!
Review: I never had much appreciation for this video until I bought a Richard Simmons aerobics video.. Then I realized what a great workout Paula gives! This video is challenging.. At 60 minutes, I've never been able to do the whole thing at once. The warm-up itself is a workout! The dance moves can be tricky, but you'll get the hang of them eventually. This video is guaranteed to get your heart rate way up there. It's a real challenge.. I was working out with Richard Simmons' "Disco Sweat" for about 15 minutes and was barely out of breath! Paula will get you moving and make you feel great! Give it a try.

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Summary: Paula Abdul's Get Up and Dance
Review: I think this video can be really awesome, alot of fun and a fantastic workout. I agree with a few other people's reviews. I went through the tape once and could not follow it. Its a workout that you definitely need to learn in steps. That's what I am doing now. Even though I could not follow Paula's steps when I tried it the first time, it still gave me a workout with sweating. I wanted to continue and learn the steps all at once but I knew I wouldn't be able to get up tomorrow morning. So I will gradually learn it and I am sure in time I will be able to follow her all the way. I really love dancing so I know I will love it when I can do all of it. In my opinion if you don't like dancing, this isn't the tape for you. Its fun and very challenging. I do believe though the people in the video are either professional dancers or they spents hours learning the steps in this video. You cannot learn it in a one shot deal. But I would say if you love to dance, love aerobics then this is definitely the workout for you. Thank you for letting me express my feelings about this video.