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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Energizing, Motivating Workout!, May 26 2004
I purchased this DVD after the birth of my twin sons and strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to get back into shape (and can committ to a 45 minute workout). Leslie manages to be energizing and engaging without getting into that whole cheerleader thing that other aerobic instructors have. Her cues are wonderful and the steps extremely easy to follow, and you'll see results within a week. This is a focused power-walk workout that anyone can do, no matter what shape you're in. One of the best things about this DVD is Leslie's fellow walkers - they're all ages, shapes and sizes, something I find extremely motaving and realistic. Buy this DVD - you won't regret it!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
It WORKS for me!, April 16 2004
By A Customer
I have been working out to this video, daily, for nearly ten months. I have lost 70 lbs. and 50 inches; my knee joints were painful when climbing stairs, and the pain completely disappeared within about two weeks of working out; and my blood pressure, which was elevated, came down to normal also within a couple of weeks of using the video. Leslie is talkative throughout the video, which I perceive as encouragement. It is also encouraging that Leslie's group of work-out partners are different ages, and all have different body types and exercise styles. If you want, you can focus in on the person who best suits your own style. I appreciate that Leslie is a professional, who emphasizes diversity of movement throughout the video. The program also focuses on all muscle groups. The video is not just a cardio work-out, but works the abs, gluteal muscles, triceps/biceps, etc. Prior to using this video I walked three miles a day on a treadmill, and after a year, lost only 16 lbs.; my blood pressure remained the same, slightly elevated; and I still had joint pain in my knees. I credit much of my success with this video to the program's diversity of movement; the fact that it's one hour in length (the recommended fitness walking time for losing weight), is slightly challenging, but not exhausting; and Leslie's up-beat and well-rounded approach. To adapt to my advancing fitness level, I have increased the intensity of the moves in the program, and added ankle weights. I believe I'll use this video daily, all my life. I can't say enough in this space about how effective and positive I believe this video can be for folks wanting to get fit and/or lose weight. I have given the video as gifts to several friends and family members who also have used it regularly and successfully.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Keep 'em coming Leslie!, Feb 28 2004
I just have to ask myself what planet I've been living on all these years Leslie has been cranking out her walk aerobic workouts because I never knew such a great fitness program existed - until this year. In January, I purchased several of Leslie's "Walk Away The Pounds" DVDs in an effort to do something about the extra weight I'd been complacent about losing. I didn't want to fail with programs that were too intense or demanding and walk aerobics sounded like someting I could do. Smartest choice I could have made.I think what is so satisfying about WATP is that it really is doable for anyone at any fitness level. Leslie encourages you all along the way and provides modifications to all the movements for those who don't have full range of motion or whose muscles may not be up to strenuous activity. Because the motions and steps are easy to perform, bystanders may get the impression that these programs can't possibly deliver a good cardio workout - but nothing could be further than the truth! The cumulative affect of all those knee lifts, kicks and side steps not only gets your heart pumping but within only a few weeks you will see visible slimming and toning of your body. I've only been doing the workouts since the middle of January, and already I am very encouraged with the results. All of Leslie's workouts are fun, challenging and addictive. I am currently doing this WATP Express 4-mile workout followed by the WATP 3-mile with weights on a daily basis - and I'm just a beginner! If you can move, you can enjoy these workout and reap the benefits of a healthier happier life and a cute new shape. PS: Leslie, I may not know you in person, but you are my new best friend! Thanks for changing my life!
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