Jane Fonda's Toning and Shaping [VHS]
This video was originally titledJane Fonda's Workout with Weightswhen it came out in 1987. The title should have been kept, because it's a more accurate description than the vagueToning and Shaping. Jane Fonda and celebrity trainer Dan Isaacson teach two weight-training classes: a 45-minute beginner-intermediate class and a 40-minute intermediate-advanced class using dumbbells, a weight bench (or substitute), and ankle weights. Instruction is clear, helpful, and safety conscious. You learn how to do each move correctly, which muscles are being worked, how to position yourself, and technique tips. Repetitions are slow and controlled, and you are encouraged to choose weights heavy enough that the last reps are difficult. This workout hits all the major muscle groups and includes stretches after the weight work. If you've wanted to learn to strength train with weights, this is a good place to learn.--Joan Price