What tapes to buy that are super intense?

[lori501blu]

Hi, Im new to this forum, and just to give you a little background I've been looking for some new home fitness tapes, and from videofitness, I discovered Cathe, and I must say from reading EVERY review of all her tapes, it looks like this is what I am looking for. However, I am so confused on what tape to buy, I workout at the gym every day, I do step aerboics,
kickboxing, etc. and weightlifting, so by all means I am not new
to working out, I would greatly appreciate someone telling me what tape is superintense with a complete body
body workout. Like I said, Im familar with step routines, etc. so I would like people's opinions of which ones of cathe's tapes is the most intense. Eventually I would love to get a lot of her tapes, but $$$ is always a factor. Thank you for all your help.

Also, I need to purchase a step and every where I go they don't have them anymore, does anyone know of where I can get one on-line that doesn't cost a lot.

lori

 

[tsut]

Interval Max is very intense. It will definitely get your heart rate up. The step choreography is easy, too. It will get you in shape fast!

 

[Aquajock]

RE: The Intensity Trifecta

Interval Max (as has already been said) - far and away the most intense cardio tape on the market

Body Max (a close second; includes muscle endurance work as well)

Maximum Intensity Cardio (hi/lo segment; step segment)

Warning: you'll NEVER have enough Cathe videos to satisfy!

Annette

 

[ebh87]

My favorites for intensity are BodyMax and Maximum Intensity Cardio. For BodyMax, you will need some weights, though - your whole body will definitely feel worked out after completing this workout. MIC starts out low impact, but quickly moves to some very intense hi/lo and then a step section with a tough intensity blast at the end - it's great!!
I really don't think you can go wrong with any of Cathe's videos, though - they are all pretty tough!
Erica

 

[lori501blu]

RE: The Intensity Trifecta

Thanks, I have all the equipment (weights, etc.) I just need to find a step, So I take it, its a toss up between Interval Max and Body Max, its going to be a tough choice! I just want to make sure that it has a great cardio, etc. I like to feel the "burn" and "sweat".

 

[honeybunch]

In addition to the other ones mentioned, I find Circuit Max very intense. Maybe it's because I use a 35 lb. barbell for the weight segments. I'm always wiped out after this tape.

 

[FitMom]

All the video recommendations are wonderful!

As far as the step...a good full size step is going to cost anywhere from 50.00 - 80.00. I got mine at Target but you may want to call around to a new and used sporting goods place to see if they have any. Also, check ebay.

Good luck

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[SteppingFool]

I agree with everybody - Interval Max or Body Max. I have not done MIC, but it does look pretty intense. Interval Max is interval training, and Body Max is circuit training. You can't go wrong with any of Cathe's tapes. I have always enjoy Power Max too.

As far as for step, I recommend getting a large step, either Reebok or the Original Health Club Step. It's a good investment, and you definitely need it for Cathe's tapes. You could get a full size Original Step around $65-70 at www.fitness1st.com or www.fwonline.com. Good Luck!

Haslina

 

[Stacy]

I'll have to put my vote in for Interval Max and BodyMax...I would get both!

Stacy