this video challenges your abs in whole different arena than traditional ab workouts. i've got a book and another video with some similar routines, but found them hard to incorporate because i couldn't really follow what the writer/fitness expert was trying to say. this video clearly describes what you should be doing and how you should be doing it as well what you should feel. i love to train my abs and this video is definitely a keeper because it ads a lot of non-traditional ab-work that keeps a workout interesting. if sitting on the floor doing crunches is not your cup of tea, then you should without a doubt try this video.
Truly alternative to sit ups.
The 3D ABS workout DVD is truly an alternative way of exercising and it works. I bought this DVD recently from Amazon.com, because I injured my back while doing sit ups and I was looking to find an alternative way of training without straining my back. The exercises may seem simple at first, but they require concentration and are demanding on body's endurance. If you need an aerobic workout that will also tone your abs, look no further!
My only criticism of the DVD is that the production is a bit amateurish, largely because the instructor goes through the initial exercise routines very quickly with the excitement and impatience of a small kid.
Smart stuff
Core training program for advanced exercisers (not for intermediate or lower). 3 instructional segments to learn correct form, followed by 3 short, intense workouts covering different planes of motion on different days. No sit-ups and no crunches. Inserts show gym versions of exercises. Comparable with the third level in Adam Ford's Swiss Ball Abs (also a great method).
Day 1 Transverse (twisting) Plane
Instruction (7min)
Workout (3 min):
A-Tubing twists
B-Dumbbell rotations plus dumbbell windmills with plyo jumps
C-Medicine ball toss with balance challenge
Day 2 Frontal (side-to-side) Plane
Instruction (5min)
Workout (3 min):
A-Overhead lateral bends with tubing
B-Dumbbell overhead with side bends
C-One leg squats with dumbbells
D-Medicine Ball overhead toss with balance challenge
E-Lateral lunge with dumbbell overhead reach
Day 3 Sagital (front-to-back) Plane
Instruction (8min)
Workout (3 min):
A-Hanging leg raises
B-Optional hanging knee raises
C-Cable crunches with tubing
D-Dumbbell overhead press with balance challenge
E-Medicine ball slam down with balance challenge
Requires: tubing, medicine ball, dumbbells, pullup bar
The Abs Diet Workout has been enjoying favorable reactions from many users, and it's easy to see why, as "host" and fitness trainer Tom Holland has designed a regimen that's brisk, efficient, thorough, and fun. Disregard the hype that calls it "a way of life" instead of simply a diet or exercise program. On the other hand, Holland's claim that The Abs Diet Workout will increase metabolism and help lose fat and build muscle is very likely true, assuming one dutifully does the exercises and follows the diet guidelines and menus as directed. The exercise portion offers a brief warmup (running in place, jumping jacks, simulated jump rope), followed by a choice of three abdominal routines; the latter vary in difficulty from beginner to advanced, but all three are designed to work... More Info about this DVD DVD Release Date: Released the 03 May 2005 Usually ships in 24 hours
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I was looking for a swiss ball workout to really challenge me. Careful what you ask for- some of these moves are HARD. I cant balance myself on the ball with only my shoulder. BUT- most of these techinques are very doable- and explained at a rate you can understand. There are three 20 min workouts that will challenge you. I will spent alot of time trying to master this one. I am sure I will get in shape trying to accomplish that. This is DEFINATELY NOT for beginners. More Info about this DVD DVD Release Date: Released the 28 December 2004 Usually ships in 1 to 3 weeks
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