What components fitness includes

Everyone wants to find ways to incorporate the gym into our lives. The right DVD can make a big difference, whether you need low-impact routines that are easy to do or full-body exercises with a short timeframe.

Denise Austin’s DVD includes 12 minutes of workout that targets different parts of the body daily. Each segment is designed to be performed independently or in succession for complete body workout. It’s a great option for beginners who want to get started on an exercise routine, or for those who are already active but would like to improve their strength and stamina.

The trainer who became famous on NBC’s The Biggest Loser promises to « eliminate fat. » This three-DVD program will make you sweat. It contains two 10-minute workouts. But don’t fret if think this isn’t the right level for you. Each session has easier alternatives for those who don’t have the strength to perform the more difficult exercises.

Jane Fonda’s over-the-top cheesy tunes and Richard Simmons-style headband may seem off-putting however, her workouts are efficient. She uses the same exercises that she has used in her best-selling workouts including upper and lower body isometrics and movements using handweights. She also shows proper posture.

One of the nastier aspects of this DVD is that a recent research by an University of Washington professor found that the use of models highlighted imperfections in the body, with a lot of women’s bodies covered up. The positive is that this workout DVD also comes with a healthy eating 30 day plan and self-reflection worksheets to give you the motivation you need to keep up your newfound fitness regimen.