New to Cathe Videos

[Seabush]

I started an aerobic/strength training problem over four months ago. I've achieved some aerobic/strength gains but I'm looking for something a bit more challenging. I would appreciate recommendations for aerobic/strength training videos (Cathe ones) for someone at the intermediate level.

Thanks

Crystal

 

[Cruncholi]

Hi Crystal,

I would consider getting Cathe's BodyMax. BodyMax contains both cardio and weight work and is about 90 minutes long. It is a good deal for the money.

First there is a warmup, stretch, and a pretty intense step workout for about 35-40 minutes total.

Then, there is a circuit portion that incorporates weighted leg work. This is a muscular endurance type of workout. You get strength gains for your legs while you are new to the workout, but as you become accustomed to the workout, you get more endurance benefits. You will do 5 or 6 mini step routines, each of which is followed by either weighted squats, lunges, plie squats, etc. After the circuits, Cathe does some stretching and cooling down. This portion of BodyMax is intense and tiring. I think it is 25 minutes long.

Then, there is an upper body weight training portion of BodyMax that is more focused on strength gains, rather than endurance. If I recall correctly you do anywhere between 8-16 reps and 2-3 sets of several different upper body exercises.

Finally, you get to stretch and then you are done 90 minutes later. This is a good video to do on the weekend when you have extra time. Or, you can split it up into 2 or 3 different days and do one portion each day.

Good luck.
Linda

 

[Seabush]

Thanks. I've been hearing lots of good things about the Pure Strength Series. Do you think this is too advanced for someone fairly new to strength training?

Crystal

 

[Connie1]

Crystal,
I think Pure Strength would be just fine for someone fairly new to strength training. Just start with very light or no weights at all and pay attention to getting the form exactly right. Rehearsing the form in this way is time very valuably spent.
-Connie

 

[Seabush]

Thanks!

Crystal