what's a good cardio workout video?

[ComboOrgan]

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.

 

[RedLantern]

Tae Bo? Just run.

 

[ComboOrgan]

yeah, I know running is good stuff. I kinda hate it though - that's why a video seems like a nice change.

 

[js4design]

 

[Gradstudent78]

Originally Posted by ComboOrgan

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.

 

[willpower]

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[indesertum]

p90x works pretty well especially if you follow their diet plan. it does get a bit repetitive tho

 

[scoota]

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.

 

[mgoose]

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.

 

[RFX45]

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.

 

[javyn]

Originally Posted by mgoose

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.

 

[Boston Litigator]

p90x +1

 

[colin_]

Baywatch

 

[riraito]

do this instead: it's intense and requires skill but god damn it's good ****