Kathy Smith - Super Slimdown Circuit
Ever wish you could hire Kathy Smith--she of the amazing body and wonderful encouraging attitude--to be your own personal trainer? This new disc, which combines three earlier separate workout routines, is the next best thing. It includes one of Smith's absolute top workouts,Functionally Fit: Peak Fat-Burning, which is tailored to all levels, needs no equipment, and really works if you work it. This routine combines intense aerobic blasts with "cool-down" toning moves that keep the body moving but work it out in different ways, to maximize fat-burning long after the workout is done. Two earlier workouts are also included.Secrets of a Great Body: Upper Body Workoutfocuses on arms, back, chest, and shoulders, and includes some serious ab work (do as many as you can with good form, and work up to the full routine). Hint: people with shoulder and neck issues should take it easy on the overhead reaches, which Smith does with ease, but which can exacerbate problems in those with computer- and posture-related issues. TheSecrets of a Great Body: Lower Body Workoutfocuses on the squats, lunges, and lifts that will give you lean body mass in your glutes, hips, thighs, and calves (one thing we appreciate about Smith's workouts is that she doesn't neglect the calves, which some exercise mavens do, but which are so important to strengthen and keep flexible for walking and supporting the rest of the body). Alternate among these three workouts to keep yourself interested and engaged, and you'll see some serious results. Ready? Let's kick it up!--A.T. Hurley