I am trying to decide which to buy next. SJP/Step Blast or Imax 2/Cardio &weights. I have Imax 1 and 3 and love them. Which circuit workout do people prefer Step, jump, pump or cardio & weights. And do I need another Imax. Any input would help. I know eventually I hope to own all her dvds. But, I'm trying to keep myself in check, especially since I preordered the new series. Thanks for any input. Mary
Step, jump, Pump vs Imax 2 Cardio & weights
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fit_fairy
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You need them both }( }( Muuhaahahhahha!! I have both. I never do C&Ws or SP&J in their entirety so I can not comment on the circuit part. IMAX 2 however is my all time favorite step routine!!
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lala1
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I prefer cardio and weights because it's shorter . I think that the weights in SJP are actually better, with C&W I don't feel like I get a great workout, but I use it as a "filler", one days that I want both C&W (duh!) but don't want to work really hard. SJP is good but for me personally lasts too long . Step blast is really fun, though, and I'm in the minority but for me Imax 2 is my least favorite of the Imaxes. So, as i re read my post, I think you need both!!!}(
. I think that the weights in SJP are actually better, with C&W I don't feel like I get a great workout, but I use it as a "filler", one days that I want both C&W (duh!) but don't want to work really hard. SJP is good but for me personally lasts too long . Step blast is really fun, though, and I'm in the minority but for me Imax 2 is my least favorite of the Imaxes. So, as i re read my post, I think you need both!!!}(
fitnessangel
Cathlete
You can't go wrong with either. They both are different, but very fun. I love Imax2, but Step Blast is also another fun one. It really is hard to choose. You will love both
, but Step Blast is also another fun one. It really is hard to choose. You will love both
Aquajock
Cathlete
The toughie here is this: both Cardio & Weights AND SJP have abs(punintended)olutely awesome ab / core routines.
I vote you get both, right now if you can swing it to save on shipping. I think it's a coin toss which one to get first if you have to get them individually at different times.
A-Jock
I vote you get both, right now if you can swing it to save on shipping. I think it's a coin toss which one to get first if you have to get them individually at different times.
A-Jock
paulababy
Cathlete
I have both, but I recommend Imax2 and C&W. For some reason, every time I do C&W, at the end of the workout, I tell myself how much I LOVE that workout! It's not super hard like some other Cathe videos, but it's a good overall workout, including the abs section, and the stretch at the end feels fantastic. Imax2 is also great on those cardio-only days.
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Tracey M
Cathlete
Looking at the other responses I'm not going to be much help...I love both but if I had to pick one I'd get Step Blast/Step Pump & Jump. I think Step Blast is my favorite step workout and I love the premixes that use both workouts. Either one you pick will be a good choice. Happy shopping!
jgoycoolea
Cathlete
A few thoughts...
Regarding which circuit I prefer it is Cardio & Weights without a doubt. I like the weight work more in Cardio & Weights than in SJP. I think that it is more challenging. Not that either is particularly difficult since they are both circuit style, but I just prefer those in Cardio & Wieghts, especially for shoulders. In Cardio and Weights there are compound shoulder movements and SJP only has isolation movements.
I truly dislike the music for chest in triceps in SJP. I don't ever find myself doing the floor aerobics of SJP either.
Step Blast has 3 intensity blasts at the end that you could do a few times to get interval work. The step routine is incredibly fun in Step Blast.
Regarding which circuit I prefer it is Cardio & Weights without a doubt. I like the weight work more in Cardio & Weights than in SJP. I think that it is more challenging. Not that either is particularly difficult since they are both circuit style, but I just prefer those in Cardio & Wieghts, especially for shoulders. In Cardio and Weights there are compound shoulder movements and SJP only has isolation movements.
I truly dislike the music for chest in triceps in SJP. I don't ever find myself doing the floor aerobics of SJP either.
Step Blast has 3 intensity blasts at the end that you could do a few times to get interval work. The step routine is incredibly fun in Step Blast.
Oooh, toughie. I vote for both, if you can. They are both wonderful.
SB/SJP has lots of yummy premixes, and SB is a total blast to do. That challenge at the end is a doozie, too. C/W is the workout I choose when I need something easier and fun. Imax2 is super. I think it is the favorite workout of many on the boards. Sorry, but I can't choose just one. Cathe's workouts are like potato chips in that respect. Maybe it all boils down to how much choreography you like. SB/SJP does have more choreography challenge to it, but its really fun to learn and do. I am no help....
Sandra
SB/SJP has lots of yummy premixes, and SB is a total blast to do. That challenge at the end is a doozie, too.
C/W is the workout I choose when I need something easier and fun. Imax2 is super. I think it is the favorite workout of many on the boards. Sorry, but I can't choose just one. Cathe's workouts are like potato chips in that respect. Maybe it all boils down to how much choreography you like. SB/SJP does have more choreography challenge to it, but its really fun to learn and do. I am no help....Sandra
andtckrtoo
Cathlete
If you only can pick one to start - go with IMax 2. Neither SJP or C&W are that great of a weight workout, but IMax 2 is Cathe's best workout IMHO.
But, keep in mind that you'll want the other too - so start saving your pennies now. I just did an 90 minute step workout - starting with the step from SJP and then adding Step Blast. Walking the next day was interesting. But I had such a great time doing it!!
But, keep in mind that you'll want the other too - so start saving your pennies now. I just did an 90 minute step workout - starting with the step from SJP and then adding Step Blast. Walking the next day was interesting. But I had such a great time doing it!!
OH- tough one for sure! I agree that Imax 2 is Cathe BEST cardio workout- I LOVE LOVE LOVE that workout.
That said I also love C&W for both the music and the variety. The 35 minute step only part is really great- and if you raise your step is pretty challenging.
BUT- SB and SJ&P have really great premixes- TONS of them!! You can lots of variety from that DVD with the premixes. I am also one that never wants to do Hi Lo and think I have only done it once on that workout- but there are so many premixes you never have to do that part.
So I guess what is more important to you? If I had to go back and have just one I really would have to pick Imax2 and Cardio and Weights but thankfully I won't have to!!
That said I also love C&W for both the music and the variety. The 35 minute step only part is really great- and if you raise your step is pretty challenging.
BUT- SB and SJ&P have really great premixes- TONS of them!! You can lots of variety from that DVD with the premixes. I am also one that never wants to do Hi Lo and think I have only done it once on that workout- but there are so many premixes you never have to do that part.
So I guess what is more important to you? If I had to go back and have just one I really would have to pick Imax2 and Cardio and Weights but thankfully I won't have to!!