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Summary: Absolutely fantastic!
Review: Thanks to reviews for the VHS version(s) of this exercise program, I bought this DVD set. I am SO aerobicly challenged, and have never liked exercise videos. I love to walk though, and decided to give this a try after reading the reviews. I've used this program four days in a row, without changing my eating habits. I FEEL the difference and felt something was happening within 24 hours. It is absolutely amazing and I used the first level the first time and the second level thereafter. I'm not even at level three yet! So now I'm going to drop the Oreo's, but frankly, my appetite has diminished a little anyway. The work-out (level 1 & 2) is fun and before you know it, it's over! It's just amazing and the fact that it's low impact is another plus. I'm a 45 year old Mom of three. This DVD has been my ANSWER to a simple indoor workout! I have my own weights, Sanson's weights don't come with this set, and plan to add ankle weights in the future. I think anyone can do the programs on these DVDs -- it's easy to follow, actually fun to do and it WORKS! UPDATE: June 14, 2003: I'VE LOST 10 POUNDS and I went on vacation no less! I took the DVD with me on vacation and while I didn't do the work-out every day, I not only maintained the weight loss, but lost another pound while I was away! I've added ankle weights to the level 2 -- it's the perfect length for a very quick, effective,low impact work-out, and also I wear wrist weights -- then add two more soft weights that I hold for the "add the weights" portion. I don't even do the third level and I've dropped a complete dress size -- plus my appetite has diminished. THE BEST EASY WORK-OUT!!
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Summary: Good workout? Definitely. Challenging? No way.
Review: While I'm not horribly out of shape, I hadn't regularly exercised in years. So I figured starting with the "2 mile" workout would be a challenge, but one I could survive.I was right about the second part. When I start a workout, I want something to challenge me; I like to have something to strive for. But when I'm doing better (higher kicks, more arm movement, etc.) than even the video instructor is, and still don't get tired, it's a little discouraging. Also discouraging is the fact that she advertises her special weights for roughly ten minutes and uses them for only 5 or so. I didn't intend to spend money on an informercial, so it's a little disappointing to have gotten one. I've seen many comments saying that the instructor is encouraging without being *too* perky...and I disagree. The whole theme seems to be unity, from the way all of the actors are dressed in matching colors to the big group hug (weights in hand!) at the end of the video. Even worse, throughout the video, Leslie keeps personally asking people for feedback on the workout (they all say it's great, of course!) and everyone giggles at every word out of her mouth. Yuck. Luckily it's easy enough to reach for a "mute" button and put on some good music instead. Finally, I realize she's pressed on time, but she states that you should only stretch AFTER a workout -- something I've yet to hear from any fitness professional. Then there's the fact that her "stretching" lasts approximately 1-minute. Very inadequate and unsafe. With that said, I DO have some positive things to say. If you're looking for a short workout that will pick your heartrate up, this is the one. If you're highly unmotivated and need a lot of positive reinforcement and perkiness, this will do it. If you've had NO prior exercise experience and have trouble following the moves in videos, you'll love this one -- the moves are extremely basic. It's also great if you have a very small workout area...as long as you have 2 square feet, you should be all set. I will continue to still use this video before work in the morning when I only have 1/2 hour to exercise, or on days when I have no desire to exercise, but otherwise I'll look for more of a challenge.
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Summary: Does she EVER stop talking
Review: I don't mind this DVD, but I have to ask, does Leslie EVER STOP TALKING??!?!???!?!! She insists on babbling through every second of the dvd. It would be ok if it was encouraging babble, but most of it is just her selling the walk away the pounds videos and other gadgets. As far as workout, I do the 3 mile sometimes when I don't have energy to do a full fledged aerobic workout...but the other two are too slow and don't get the heart-rate up.
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Summary: walk away the morning pain
Review: I wake up with back and neck pain every morning UNLESS I exercise. So I wake up with... I love the 11 minute mile. In the morning I LOOK at a glass of water, hold on to my 2 lb wrist weights because I don't feel like putting them on, and swear to get the vcr off the floor because I don't want to bend over. Once I've finished, I feel good, have worked up a sweat, and forgotten my pain. PLEASE try this tape if you are a lazy beginner and hate a.m. workouts.
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Summary: Obese and Losing Weight thanks to this Tape!
Review: I was 55 lbs. overweight. I tried everything and failed at everything, until now! I have gotten so much confidence from these DVDs! The meter on the bottom of the screen is such an inspiring push that I needed. Leslie Sansone is a wonderful, energetic, but not annoying type instructor. I lost 10lbs. already and I have only used the 1 mile DVD for 3 weeks. I do it 5 days a week and do not eat anything after 8pm. I have more energy! I am so happy! I am starting to use the 2 mile DVD next week! Just by doing the exercise video it keeps me going all day not only with energy but with willpower to not want to eat things I usually did! Thank you Leslie Sansone for all your Wonderful Workout tapes!
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Summary: Great to use with your own music, too!
Review: I am a professional speaker to weight loss groups. I've talked to a number of people who LOVE to put on this DVD, turn the sound down, put on music they love (or a book on tape), and just follow the program while listening to whatever they enjoy. Because the moves are so easy, it's easy to combine the two. I tried it, and it works great.
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Summary: Great workout!!
Review: This is a great exercise program. I think anybody would be able to do this. I started out with the 3 mile and only did 2 miles. Within a week and a half I was doing the 3 miles. I have been doing 3 miles for the last 3 days and you really get a great workout. Another reviewer mentioned Leslie mentioning God and being blessed, so what. I didn't have a problem with her saying that. This is well worth the money and it doesn't take a lot of time out of a busy mom's day. You can work this into your busy day, getting the exercise you need and still take care of your family.
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Summary: I LOVE THIS EXERCISE PROGRAM
Review: I absolutely love this exercise program! I noticed my energy level increasing within a few days of starting this program. I'm not a fan of floor exercises, and that's why I love this video. There are no floor exercises, just simple walking. I bought inexpensive hand weights instead of the weighted balls that they suggest. They work the same. I intend to purchase the Walk Away for Abs in the near future.
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Summary: You can't miss with this set!
Review: This is a great program! You can do either 1,2, or 3 mile walking workouts, depending on how much time you have or how fit you are. I live in Montana, and it is either just too darn cold and nasty out (or not safe because of icy streets/sidewalks) to do outside brisk walking for at least 3 months in the Winter. With these workouts, I can fit in a brisk workout whenever I want. The 1 mile walk can be done while dinner is cooking, and at least gives me a brief workout whereas I might have otherwise not done anything at all that day. I also enjoy Leslie's chatter and enthusiasm and it feels that you are in the class with her and the other people, rather than just by yourself. I also do Yoga, and occasionally go to the gym with my husband, but this is a great compliment to other exercise programs, and is certainly sufficient all on it's own as well.
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Summary: Great for everyone!
Review: I just did the 1 mile and the 2 mile workouts one after the other, and I have to say, I feel great. I did them with two five pound dumbbells - they really kicked my [rump]! I've tried plenty of exercise videos that had shoddy pacing, camera work, etc. This video is produced well. Leslie and her workout group are also not annoying at all. These videos are quality. These videos seem like they would be good for anyone to try - if you are especially overweight, the moves are very low impact and extremely easy to follow. The video was actually recommended to me by friends doing the weight watchers plan. I am a former athelete (I used to run on a cross country running team)in somewhat decent shape, and with heavier weights and ankle weight, the video is challenging enough for my needs as well. These workouts are also great for college students like me that have tiny dorm rooms - it doesn't require a lot of space at all. I haven't done the 3 mile yet but I'm certainly looking forward to it!! The only reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is that I think Leslie's plugging her "water weights" got old very quickly. I'm sure I'll be able to tune that out eventually, however. They are also *not* neecessary for the workout!
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