[Is that really me]

I'm new here and have been lurking around, reading posts. Alot of you seem to either belong to a gym or are pretty much into running/walking. I am using the treamill (and the dog!) for walking but also like to do other things. We just got a Total Gym (you know, the one Christie Brinkley and Chuck Norris push -- well, we got the much cheaper one!) but haven't really gotten into a rountine w/it yet. I also have used FIRM tapes and some Billy Blanks tapes. Anyone have any input on Core Rhytms dance dvds or even YogaBootyBallet? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!

Jo

[Mini-Me]

If you're looking for some 'light day' fun workouts, both CR and YBB will fit the bill.

Neither is much of a workout, though. (But they're well produced, and have a 'fun' factor)

[Is that really me]

Thanks MiniMe. I'm not too much into "fun" workouts. I like Billy BLanks because he just gets to it and gets it done. I'm not too fussy about production quality (BB has crappy audio for the first 8 minutes or so until they turn the loud girl's mike off!). I have some old Gilad tapes but they just aren't enough of a workout. I'm looking mostly for alternative cardio workouts; I bought a jump rope and am going to try that after I build up some endurance and leg muscles!

Jo

[Genesis]

I love fitness DVDs and have a collection of 50+. Here are a few of my all time favorites...

1. I Want That Body - This is a quick, AWESOME strength workout.
http://www.amazon.com/Science-Fitnes...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

2. Minna Optimizer Balanced Blend - This is DVD contains two workouts and both are very enjoyable.
http://www.amazon.com/Minna-Optimize...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

3. The Firm: Firm Parts/ 5 Day Abs & Tough Tape 2 - Again, this is one DVD with 2 workouts. I really enjoy the Tough Tape 2. It's a nice strength workout.
http://www.amazon.com/Firm-Parts-Day...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

4. The Best of Crunch Step - I like the Fast Blaster step workout for a fun, quick cardio workout that's not too challenging.
http://www.amazon.com/Best-Crunch-St...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

[JigglyBits]

I don't have time to go to the gym, I love fitness DVDs and have tried quite a few of them, my favs are listed below, I alternate between these and Walking on the treadmill or doing the elliptical for 30 mins.

Kathy Smith, Peak Fat Burning
http://www.amazon.com/Peak-Fat-Burni...e=UTF8&s=video

Billy Blanks Tae Bo Cardio
http://www.amazon.com/Billy-Blanks-T...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

Ultimate Body
http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Body-...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

Leslie Sanson Walk Away the pounds - 4 miles
http://www.amazon.com/Leslie-Sansone...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

Make sure to include a few Weight Training and Flexibility exercises
Good luck!