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what's a good cardio workout video?

post #1 of 14
7/17/09 at 1:15am
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The idea of a cardio workout I can do at home with no equipment appeals to me. It does seem like most of the videos out there are geared for the ladies.
Is there a good solid workout video out there, for a fella of average health who just wants to improve his heart and endurance? I'm thinking something like 30-45 minutes at a time sounds good.
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post #2 of 14
7/17/09 at 1:17am
Tae Bo? Just run.
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post #3 of 14
7/17/09 at 1:21am
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yeah, I know running is good stuff. I kinda hate it though - that's why a video seems like a nice change.
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post #4 of 14
7/17/09 at 1:23am
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post #5 of 14
7/17/09 at 1:28am
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Originally Posted by ComboOrgan View Post
yeah, I know running is good stuff. I kinda hate it though - that's why a video seems like a nice change.

How about some kind of jump rope workout? It's pretty minimal in terms of equipment.
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post #6 of 14
7/17/09 at 2:35am
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post #7 of 14
7/17/09 at 3:06am
p90x works pretty well especially if you follow their diet plan. it does get a bit repetitive tho
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post #8 of 14
7/17/09 at 4:41am
I'll second the P90X recommendation. I've heard another video series from Beach Body, the company behind P90X, called Insanity is extremely difficult. So if you want a challenge, check that series out. I'm a convert to cardio DVDs now after doing P90X. I have a Precor elliptical machine at home, but I get a better workout from doing cardio DVDs, I burn more calories and they are funner to do.
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post #9 of 14
7/17/09 at 2:49pm
Tabata intervals are something you can do anywhere, anytime, with no equipment and I guarantee it will kick your ass. http://ezinearticles.com/?Tabata-Any...Gain&id=348486 The key is that 20 seconds has to be balls to the walls, full out maximum intensity.
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post #10 of 14
7/17/09 at 3:04pm
P90x's Cardio X, Kenpo X and Plyo X and P90x Plus' Interval X+ and Kenpo/Cardio+ are good and somewhat fun cardio exercises. Between those 5, you have more than enough variety. Youc an't purchase them separately though and be warned, the Plyo X and Interval X are somewhat hardcore leg work so take your time with those if you go that route.
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post #11 of 14
7/17/09 at 3:35pm
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Originally Posted by mgoose View Post
Tabata intervals are something you can do anywhere, anytime, with no equipment and I guarantee it will kick your ass. http://ezinearticles.com/?Tabata-Any...Gain&id=348486 The key is that 20 seconds has to be balls to the walls, full out maximum intensity.
Yes, this. A tabata set will take 4 minutes, not 30 or 45, and will totally kick your ass. When I'm feeling masochistic I do a tabata set of bodyweight squats followed immediately by a tabata set of burpees. Then I run to the bathroom and puke. It's awesome. For fat loss I hear doing tabata sets of burpees followed by mountain climbers can't be beat. Mountain climbers are tough as hell though and I haven't been able to come close to doing 4 minutes of them.
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post #12 of 14
7/17/09 at 3:39pm
p90x +1
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post #13 of 14
7/20/09 at 12:32pm
Baywatch
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post #14 of 14
7/20/09 at 7:11pm
do this instead: it's intense and requires skill but god damn it's good shit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD3uicAYtdw
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