PHA2 vs PHA3

[Mcpjd50]

I currently have (and love!) PHA2. Would PHA3 be worth adding to my collection or is too similar? What about PHA Training? Thanks for the advice!

 

[Debinmi]

I really like all three PHAs as options for metabolic training ... there's something about switching from upper body to lower body and back that allows me to keep up with Cathe's pace ... when I think I need a break cardio-wise, I actually don't due to the switch. You might consider checking the chapters in the two user guides to compare the exercises in each workout to see which you might prefer ... the user guides give a full breakdown while the videos give you a sample. I enjoy the variety in all 3.

 

[Mcpjd50]

Thanks for the response! I’ll definitely check out the user guides/chapters, don’t know why I didn’t think of that

 

[exercise-lover]

PHA 3 is my favorite, although I also like PHA 2! PHA 3 keeps my heart rate higher and works some muscles from different angles. The original PHA is my LEAST favorite because she repeats the segments 3 times -- I hate that much repetition. Just my opinion.

 

[Debinmi]

Oh, while not trying to influence your decision, I see PHA3 is on the Deal of Day special ... be sure to check out the coupons too if you're interested.

 

[cam64]

I also prefer 3 over 2. I like the exercises better in PHA 3, its a tad more fun. I seem to do that one more often.

 

[Hazlady]

I like both PHA2 and PHA3. I find PHA3 especially is also a good cardio workout. Like exercise-lover the original PHA is my least favorite due to the repetition, when I do this one I tend to do the premix with only 2 repeats and then add on the Abs bonus.

 

[Mcpjd50]

Wow, thanks to all of you for your input, much appreciated! And with pha3 on sale (thanks Debinmi!) I went ahead and ordered. Can’t wait to try it!

 

[exercise-lover]

Tell us what you think when you get it. Love to hear your review, Mcpjd50.

 

[snowlover]

I love them all. They are all worth doing.

 

[Lady Vol Fan]

I love them all. They are all worth doing.

Haha you are enabling me...and I'm not even the OP.

 

[workout]

Get them all - you will not be disappointed.

 

[UKCatheFan]

I think all the of them are quite different. The first one is classic weight training moves (no frills!) and as others have mentioned you do three rounds. Number two has more variety and of course two rounds and number three uses more metabolic moves for an enhanced cardio effect. I'd say you can use the heaviest weights on number one, then number two and for three I tend to go a bit lighter because the challenge is slightly different. As others have said, get them all!!!!

 

[Mcpjd50]

Well now I need to get PHA Training too! I have a lot of cardio options in my collection, but I could use more weight options. Thank you all!

 

[Debinmi]

Well now I need to get PHA Training too! I have a lot of cardio options in my collection, but I could use more weight options. Thank you all!

Ha ha ha .... it can be dangerous to one's wallet to ask a question about a Cathe workout .... hope you enjoy them!

 

[Mcpjd50]

That's the truth...but a healthy addiction at least!

 

[Mcpjd50]

Finally had a chance to complete the entire PHA3- loved it! Just when I thought Cathe couldn’t get any more innovative! Next purchase will be PHA training to complete the collection, why not right? Thanks again for all of the advice!

 

[Debinmi]

So glad you liked it!

 

[Alice’s Grandma]

I love PHA2. It’s the gem of the LiTE series, and that’s saying something, LiTE’s a great series of workouts. I’ll probably snag PHA3 on sale, although I see it has the gliders, that’s stopped me before. Not sure how’d they do on my floor surface (textured fake hardwood, if that makes sense.)

 

[Debinmi]

Not sure how’d they do on my floor surface (textured fake hardwood, if that makes sense

Try placing a soft/smooth rag or cloth on your floor & test it out. Also try a paper or plastic plate or even a plastic bag or one of those furniture slide helpers if you have a set. We have rubber puzzle mats over vinyl flooring - neither takes gliding well - so I purchased a small rug for gliding - works great.