 8 Minute Buns with 8 Minute Thighs
ASIN: 6304424841
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Easy enough for a beginner.
Comments: These workouts are not for those "No Pain, No Gain" people. I love them because, as out of shape as I was, I could do a workout and not be sore the next day. Yet, I definitely saw results after a week. That's because I was able to stick with it. It didn't take a lot of time, and I felt good afterward. It seemed to give me an energy boost. Watching the clock count down during the workout was a real motivator, too. I also love that the tape has two different workouts, so when you no longer find a single workout challenging, you can do them back-to-back for a new level of challenge.
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 Kathy Smith - Great Buns and Thighs Step Workout
ASIN: 1573309931
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Good Workout!
Comments: This is my first Kathy Smith video, and I am impressed. The very first time I used this video, I found it very easy to learn. I didn't get lost once, which is unusual for the first runthrough of a workout. The moves she uses are basic and her instruction is good. Even though the steps were easy to learn, this was not an easy workout to do. It was definately sweat inducing and challenging! It is intense! However, she divided it into sections so people who can't do the whole thing yet can just fastforward to the next section. Her personality is not irritating either. She encourages us to go on, but doesn't patrinize or deliver fake, overly-enthusiastic, rehearsed compliments. She is just straightforward. The only bad things about the video are related to its age. The music and outfits were very early 90's! But this workout is so good that the age can be easily overlooked.
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 The Firm - Sculpted Buns, Hips and Thighs
ASIN: B00005T333
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: good for beginner/intermediate firm believers
Comments: I bought this video as an alternative to the wonderful "Standing Legs" This one is just not so tough, but I would suggest it to those just beginning a fitness program as a way to strengthen your lower half before getting serious with "standing legs" You will find that this video concentrates on your body from the waist down, which for most women is THE problem area. Combined with a healthy diet and cardio sessions, this one will be effective for you. However, if you are an advanced exerciser looking for a lower body challenge, get you some big old ankle weights and give this one a go!
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 Hips and Thighs of Steel 2000: Platinum Series
ASIN: 6303284167
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Get the hips and thighs you want!
Comments: This tape is a lot of fun. It's a little hard to follow the aerobic movements at first, but if you keep at it, you'll get it. The toning work is effective - especially Leisa's portion. I really enjoy this workout and have seen great results!
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 Classic Thighs of Steel: All Fitness Levels
ASIN: 1568327722
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: you have to stay with it!
Comments: This tape is very good... after you try it a few times, and then you will 'get it'. I did just the leg movements at first and then after a few times I add some of the arm movements. TammyLee does a great job of teaching you something as you work out. She has alot of fun on this video. She does not 'turn around' as she does on some of her other videos - and that is a good thing!(gets me dizzy!) The tape I got was a bit fuzzy, as if there was a mess on the camera lens.
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 Denise Austin - Hit the Spot:Arms and Bust/Thighs 2pack
ASIN: 6305995907
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Great Toning Videos
Comments: We all know that weight training is just as important as the cardio side of fitness. I love these videos! I use them all the time incorporated into my cardio workouts..you will notice a difference! I also recommend the Totally Firm video, wonderful full body toning.
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 Donna Richardson - 30 Days To Thinner Thighs
ASIN: B00004Y6AI
Customer's Rating: 3
Summary: exhaustion
Comments: I have been searching for a workout for so long now that would help me tone my legs without adding so much mass...well this video definitly toned my legs, adding 2 inches to my thighs..I cant fit in my jeans now! The aerobic part of it is a lot of confusing jumping around. I tried it twice, and now I just do the toning part...I combine this video with quick callanetics hips/behind...I must say the toning part is actually 'fun', and I enjoyed it...but i want a leaner look. I have been dieting also, so its not like ive been pigging out and wandering why the hell i got bigger thighs...If you are serious about losing weight, and creating a leaner look, TRY Body Flex by Greer Childs...I lost 40 lbs over the course of 3 -4 months doing this...Now im down to a weight that my body enjoys...but i do not...I still want to lose.
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 The Method - Target Specifics: Abs, Arms, Hips, Thighs
ASIN: B00000IXOG
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Fitness Fun
Comments: I love this video! I love that it is split up into four sections. Each section is made to work out a specific body part-but you're really working out everything. It is really good if you just have 15-20 minutes in the morning/evening and you want to do something to get your energy up-or you just want to work out. J. Kries is wonderful-my mother is 55 years old and I have to beg her not to steal the video when she comes and visits.
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 Denise Austin - Hit the Spot:Thighs
ASIN: 0784017824
Customer's Rating: 2
Summary: Disappointed with results (or lack thereof)...
Comments: Unlike most of the other reviews, I got no results from repeatedly doing this video. I was doing it at least 3x week alternating with 30 min. aerobics daily and saw no change in my thighs/hips. I've tried several videos for my lower body as that's my problem spot but to no avail. I'm not overweight but would like to tone up my rear and thighs. This tape wasn't the answer for me. I don't mind Denise's enthusiasm. She tries to make you feel good just for exercising (and you should). If anyone has a tape that will work, let me know...
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 Kathy Smith - Ultimate Stomach and Thighs Workout
ASIN: 6305149844
Customer's Rating: 2
Summary: I really am being to hate the video
Comments: The video is too long and she just repeats the same junk about 10 times. She does not even make it fun. It is the most boring workout tape I have ever seen in my life...
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 The Firm: Abs, Hips and Thighs Sculpting
ASIN: 6303094848
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: One of the Top Three...
Comments: This is among my top three favorite Firm tapes. I know some have indicated that they don't like the instructor LaReine, but I have no problem with her. She's very calm and gives clear instructions. If you want a great lower body workout, this tape will definitely give it to you and in less than an hour a session.
My other top favorites include The Firm Total Body Low Impact Aerobics tape (number 1 in my book). Janet Jones Gretzky, makes it enjoyable, yet challenging at the same time and you work up a serious sweat.But don't be fooled by the notion that this is a "low impact" tape. IT IS NOT!
Number 2 -- in fact, almost in a tie for first place on my list -- is the first Firm tape ever starring Susan Harris. You'll barely remember your name when you're done 65 minutes later . But your body will look -- and feel -- great.
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 Jane Fonda: Abs Buns and Thighs
ASIN: 6303675484
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Excellent tape to keep coming back to!
Comments: I have been using this tape for 5 years and haven't tired of it. I had gained 65 pounds while having a difficult pregnancy and lost all of my stomache muscles. This video was easy for me to start and kept me motivated. I ended up losing 70 pounds after doing this tape every day for the first 8 months after having the baby. I haven't gained any weight and now I do this video in addition to other fitness videos. It was great to have those simple moves so that I could really work hard rather than focusing on choreography. Also great that the segments are short. I could squeeze it in when my daughter was napping. Now , she does it with me! Definitely worth it to buy it. Results can be seen quickly!
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 Denise Austin - Hips Thighs and Buttocks
ASIN: 0784017727
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: pretty good workout for the lower body
Comments: I am not too crazy about Denise Austin, since I find her sort of annoying, but this workout really isn't a bad one. I really feel like I have toned my lower body after I do this exercise video.
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 Thighs of Steel
ASIN: 6303284248
Customer's Rating: 3
Summary: not too sure...
Comments: This Video is ok, but I wouldn't use it more than twice a week. Most of the excercises strain the knees if you aren't careful. It left me sore for a few days after, and I've been doing step aerobics and running for 7 years.
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 Bellydance Fitness for Beginners: Hips, Buns and Thighs
ASIN: B00002AFWV
Customer's Rating: 1
Summary: looks nice but no substance
Comments: This video had a beautiful set and everything, but in truth the content was neither good belldance instruction, nor was it fitness. As a fitness junkie, I noticed some of the exercises and stretches were performed incorrectly. I think the girls were hired for their look, which makes this a nice video to watch but not a workout to actually do or learn from.
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 Thighs of Steel 2000
ASIN: 6303181945
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: you have to stay with it!
Comments: This tape is very good... after you try it a few times, and then you will 'get it'. I did just the leg movements at first and then after a few times I add some of the arm movements. TammyLee does a great job of teaching you something as you work out. She has alot of fun on this video. She does not 'turn around' as she does on some of her other videos - and that is a good thing!(gets me dizzy!) The tape I got was a bit fuzzy, as if there was a mess on the camera lens.
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 Hips Buttocks and Thighs
ASIN: 6302768942
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Easy and Fun
Comments: This video was great. I used to do it with a friend in high school and now years later I purchased a used copy from Amazon and still love it. Yes, Tony is a bit annoying but I think that makes me work even harder. I have already noticed results from this video. It doesn't take a lot of coordination or space, which is great because I don't have either. Its fun, easy and a great workout. You'll feel it in the morning. I'm looking for an abs and arms video from Tony now.
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 Abs Hips and Thighs
ASIN: 6302643988
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: pretty effective
Comments: This instructor is ok at inspiring, althought I still prefer Debra Crocker. The video moves along, just wish the background music was softer (common to all Great Body videos). And some shots can't see what she's doing right away. Would like it if she gave more advice on proper positioning and breathing throughout the video. Otherwise I feel it is pretty effective. Challenging. Felt results quickly.
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 Gay Gasper: Buns and Thighs and Fat Burner
ASIN: 6303283373
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Gasper is the BEST!
Comments: When I first realized that I was gaining a few pounds, I decided to take action. I bought the Buns and Thighs and Fat Burner tapes and used them each every other day. Within two months, I had more toned legs and a flatter stomach. I am in the process of acquiring Awesome Abs/Sensational Step, and the two Advanced Abs tapes, and I will write a review for them as soon as I can see a difference. GASPER IS THE BEST!
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 Thighs of Steel
ASIN: B00004WIDI
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: The originals are the best
Comments: This is one the first Thighs of Steel workout tapes. It is such a good workout. The first segment is aerobic and the second is all on the floor. The floor exercises are hard but they work!
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Thighs of Steel
ASIN: B00004WIDI
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: The originals are the best
Comments: This is one the first Thighs of Steel workout tapes. It is such a good workout. The first segment is aerobic and the second is all on the floor. The floor exercises are hard but they work!
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 Thin Thighs in 30 Days
ASIN: 6300166058
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Thin Thighs can happen!
Comments: I rented this video about 9 years ago and it worked wonders for me. I followed Wendy's advice and watched the inches melt away. Her simple exercises were not difficult to follow or keep up with. I would really like to have this item for my home collection and hope to locate a copy.
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 Cory Everson: Basic Sculpting System - Hips, Thighs, Calves
ASIN: 6303575617
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: A very good video for intermediate exercisers
Comments: With all due respect to Terri's review below, I have a question: Were we watching the same video?
I consider myself to be an intermediate exerciser, having worked out on a regular basis for about 5 years. I'd been thinking about getting a lower body only tape; I finally chose this because I also have Cory's Get Hard Arms and Shoulders (excellent) and Kardio Kick (a decent kickboxing tape for beginners or a light cardio day for intermediate/advanced exercisers), and I like her style.
As others have noted, Cory includes gym machines in this tape, but she concentrates (and is front and center) teaching the home version. This is NOT a gym only workout (if it were, I wouldn't have hesitated to return it). Since she does the reps slowly, you can use as heavy weights as you want. (Beginners may want to learn proper form first before using this tape since she only gives a few form pointers.) She really works the quadriceps, calves, and hamstrings well, and even throws in some abs work at the end (basic crunches). Note that you may want to use ankle weights for some of the exercises, and the calf step ups require a step.
Another exercise she does is called a Good Morning. Although I'd heard of it, I'd never done this one before; it works the lower back. I'd caution anyone who hasn't done this before to do it the first couple of times without weights (Cory pretty much says the same thing). The first time I did it, I felt a little tug down there, so I immediately got rid of the weights. Anyone with back problems should probably just skip this exercise.
A couple of not so good things: 1. No warm up (she *does* stretch between sets) and 2. She has you putting on and taking off ankle weights instead of doing all the ankle weighted exercises together. The warm up you can do on your own, so that was no big deal. As for No. 2, it irritated me at first, but I've since gotten used to it.
All in all, a very good tape. I give it an A-. And if you want some more reviews, pro and con, check out www.videofitness.com (click on Video Reviews).
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 Tamilee Webb: Quick Toning - Thighs of Steel
ASIN: 6303381340
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: good for spot toning
Comments: This tape has 3 different workouts.
The first one is the one I actually use, it is pretty challenging and is great for spot conditioning; it covers the outer thighs, inner thighs and back of thighs.
The second and third workouts need a chair and a step respectively, and i really dont like the chair one (to hold balance) because it really hurts your knees! and the step one is just unconfortable sitting on it.
One thing i really don't like is the cheesy atmosphere and music; and tamilee's outfit is very scary, and they are always focusing on her butt, but she talks to you in a very friendly way, which gives it positive points, and you dont really feel like just turning it off like other trainers.
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 Denise Austin: Hit the Spot - Thighs
ASIN: 6303553869
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: It Works
Comments: I bought this video along with the Arms, Buns and ABS videos...I mixed them up but did 2 sections from 2 videos every day...results: My thighs had definition...first time ever! I was following a weight loss program as well and the videos helped my weight loss (30 lbs) I never hit a plataeu. I was not in good shape starting out and you'll be sore for a day or 2 after you start, but this video works and is worth every penny.
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 Donna Richardson: 30 Days to Thinner Thighs
ASIN: 0764000934
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: Great Video
Comments: This video gives you a great workout. The moves are easy to follow and you have fun working out. Donna helps you forget about the time. I enjoy all of Donna's videos. Keep up the good work. P.S. the foot movements are great.
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 Spies, Lies and Naked Thighs
ASIN: 6303541763
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: Super-Duper
Comments: I've always been a fan of Ed Begley Jr. Me and all my pals in Langwarrin tend to have Ed Begley Jr. movie marathons, and this movie tends to be everyone's favorite. (A close second would be "Transylvania 6-5000"). I've always enjoyed a mystery, and this one's a doozy.
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 Kathy Smith: Ultimate Stomach and Thighs Workout
ASIN: 6302795532
Customer's Rating: 2
Summary: Too dated (-89)
Comments: Even though this is quite a workout, it is obvious that this video was made in -89. I would recommend something newer as this video is not very pleasant to follow and doesn't do much for motivating you.
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 Buns and Thighs of Steel 2000: Platinum Series - Intense Lower Body Toning
ASIN: 6303647073
Customer's Rating: 2
Summary: Too Complicated!
Comments: I was so excited to get this video, only to be completely let down. Instructors went through moved very quickly and advanced on before I could figure out the initial moves. It became impossible to follow, and I eventually turned it off. One would have to watch the video multiple times beforehand or know all moves from a more advanced level to be able to participate.
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 Lethal Buns And Thighs
ASIN: 6303933297
Customer's Rating: 4
Summary: Get in shape fast!
Comments: Great work out video that targets specific areas. Easy to follow for even the beginner with great results. Tones and strengthens buns and thighs as well as giving an aroebic workout. Started to see results after just a couple of weeks.
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 TNT Dynamite Workout:Buns and Thighs
ASIN: 6305927146
Customer's Rating: 3
Summary: Good but not great
Comments: TNT Buns and Thighs is a 30 minute workout, including a 5 minute warm-up and 5-minute cooldown. This workout is perfect for beginners but for me, a more advanced excerciser and modern dancer, this was not the best workout. It was not difficult or interesting enough. Still, I liked the instructor, Leisa Hart.
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 The Firm: Sculpted Buns, Hips, and Thighs
ASIN: 6304828977
Customer's Rating: 5
Summary: LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!
Comments: I've been using this tape now for about four months. Incredibly, I've gone from tight size 12 jeans to loose size 8 jeans without losing one pound! It's amazing how much tighter and smaller I am, and I owe it all to this tape. Some of the tape uses ankle weights and dumbells, which you can keep increasing in weight so the tape never gets too easy. I use the tape three or four times a week. If you buy this tape, make sure that you send away for the free tape that "The Firm" provides- "20 questions on fitness"- it's very informative.
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