| Tae-Bo Workout (4 Pack: Basic, Instructional, Advanced, 8-minute Workout) | 
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 207 reviews)
Sales Rank: 59
Category: Video
Actor: Billy Blanks
Publisher: Ventura Distribution
Studio: Ventura Distribution
Manufacturer: Ventura Distribution
Label: Ventura Distribution
Format: Box Set, Color, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: VHS Tape
Running Time: 138 minutes
Number Of Items: 4
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 4.4 x 4.3
ISBN: 630560875X
UPC: 664221100132
EAN: 9786305608752
ASIN: 630560875X
Release Date: October 12, 1999
Theatrical Release Date: 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Billed as the "future of fitness" and hawked by numerous celebrities, Billy Blanks's Tae-Bo actually deserves much of the hype it's receiving. A mixture of boxing punches and martial arts kicks, Tae-Bo is fun and easy. One of the best elements of this four-tape set is that the first tape (which is 40 minutes long), Tae-Bo: Instructional, lays out the movements you need to successfully complete a workout. Once you've mastered the steps, you won't have to fast-forward through half the tape to get to the workout, nor will your workout be slowed down by the repeated lessons. After you feel comfortable with the movements (and they're really quite easy to follow; nothing too complicated to trip you up), you're ready to move on to Tae-Bo: Basics, a 27-minute workout (5 minutes of warm-up, 18 minutes of Tae-Bo, and 4 minutes of cool-down) that will have your heart pounding and your body sweating. Next comes Advanced, a 57-minute workout that will have your heart racing, pulse pounding, and sweat glands working overtime. There's razzmatazz on the moves, with slightly more complicated combinations that should be fairly easy to master if you've completed the first two tapes. This video seriously raises the bar on the difficulty factor. In addition to the short warm-up, the cool-down, and the 30 minutes of Tae-Bo, Advanced Tae-Bo also includes 18 minutes of muscle-crunching floor work. You know you're in trouble when even the guys in the tape have trouble keeping up. Make sure you have truly mastered the first two tapes before attempting this one. The 8-Minute Workout is a highly compacted workout (actually 14 minutes long when you include warm-up and cool-down) for those days when you're too short on time for Basic or Advanced. While the 8-minute idea is compelling, it's not an adequate substitute for the longer workouts. Blanks, a seven-time World Martial Arts champion, is a superb instructor, providing encouragement and careful instruction (if you don't know by the end of the tape to hold in your stomach, that's no one's fault but your own). The only downside to these tapes is the less-than-exciting music. Not only is Tae-Bo great exercise for all levels, but the punches and kicks are wonderful for working out stress and aggression. This is the aerobics exercise video for people who are bored by aerobics. --Jenny Brown
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I get stuck in a rut of routine workouts where I find myself not obtaining results for as much as I work out. I thought I would try kickboxing (something different) and had heard that this particular Tae Bo series (the orignal) of workouts was hard and challenging but great results for those that stick with it. I am addicted. These workouts are very easy to follow (basic counting; no fluff) but makes you work up a sweat and gets your heart rate up. I have noticed just doing the basic 27 minute workout three times a week for two weeks that my stomach is a lot more toned as well as my legs are starting to show definition. I am ready to graduate and try the advanced workout and mix it up.
The best workout ever! March 11, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I bought this first set of tae-bo when it just came out in 2000, one of my friends who was practicing martial arts recommended it. I was fairely active and athletic, but after my first pregnancy it was so hard to get back in shape. I was struggling for a few years, trying walking, jogging, gym, classes, everything with minor results. And then I started doing tae-bo. It was not easy, but after a month or so of doing basic I switched to advanced. My body had never looked better, I never felt better about myself! I was simply addicted to this workout! I never received so many compliments in my entire life! I should say, at about the same time I started doing yoga 2-3 times a week. It was a great work out balance. All that happened almost 7 years ago. Now, every time, when I need to shed a few pounds, I know where to go to, not to the gym, but to my bookshelf, where I keep a good collection of Tae-Bo tapes. They never let me down, never! And it's true, you can see results after 2-3 workouts only. Whether you want to lose weight or get your body toned and muscles more defined, this one is the best workout!
Tae Bo Workouts June 15, 2006
11 out of 13 found this review helpful
I have to say how wonderful, motivational and challenging tae bo workouts are. In 2 months I've lost 32 pounds, I do tae bo 6 times per week for about 3 months now. I must share the toning results. I've never thought there were actually muscles under the fat in my body after losing 32 pounds. I can see a huge diference on the way I feel, my energy, I feel more confident. I know if I keep doing tae bo I can get to my goal.
If you're determined to lose weight and want to make the effort then tae bo is for you. I'm kind of addicted to it I have to admit it. But I enjoy doing it and seing the results.
Billy also is a great motivation his words of wisdom and his team behind him makes it a fun workout.
AWESOME! April 10, 2006
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
I love tae-bo! Billy Blanks is awesome and Tae-bo is fun and easy to use. This dvd is great because it has the different workouts so you can choose what level of difficulty you want. The 8 minute workout is also nice because it's quick enough to do if you only have a few minutes, but effective enough to get your heart pumping and let you feel like you've actually worked out, even if it's only for 8 minutes! I think anyone can do taebo-whether you are super-fit or out of shape. And if you can't quite do all of the moves in the workouts, Billy will show you ways to make them easier. Give Tae-bo a chance! I bet you'll like it!
Gets RESULTS! Offers everything it promises! March 16, 2006
16 out of 17 found this review helpful
I bought this set back in 1999, reluctantly. I had never found a good exercise video and was getting the four pack hoping that at least ONE would be good. Well, it's 2006 and I am still doing Tae Bo. I have expanded my collection of videos (and DVDs now) but I still love the originals! Billy is an extremely motivational instructor, and you really feel the vibe of the people in the videos. It pushes you to reach out and grab that little something extra, and when you do and you reach the goal, WOW, it feels AMAZING!
I can't afford costly gym memberships with two babies at home, nor can I find the time to go. Tae Bo gives me what a gym membership NEVER could! No weights required, no equipment to use, no worrying about other people watching you workout, haha. Within weeks, my body was toning up and shaping up in ways I never imagined. I love my Tae Bo body! Right after having my first and second babies, I got right back into Tae Bo at 5 weeks after their births and had my abs back in no time at all!
These workouts are not for someone just looking for a mild aerobic benefit. Tae Bo is for people seeking an exciting workout that WILL keep you motivated. Billy talks you through the whole thing, it's like he's right there on your shoulder coaching you along, and it is so motivating! Try it and you will be hooked. Not a program for the meek, but not too much to handle either. It is fabulous, wonderful, I just can't say enough! Hey, it's kept my interest for SEVEN YEARS! If you're willing to work hard and sweat, if you enjoy incorporating martial arts into an upbeat full-body workout that targets *every* spot you worry about, you have found your pot of gold here! You want that bathing suit? Tae Bo will get ya ready for it!
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