Workout recommendation

[Gemini2874]

Hi, all! I'm looking for a new workout that combines some cardio with weights. I would like to keep the workout in the 30-45 minutes. I tried Jessica Smith and KCM and HATED the strength workouts. I discovered that, apparently, I don't like "fancy" moves. I'm looking for more of "The Firm Classic volume 1" style with straight up, uncomplicated (old fashion) strength training moves instead of "creative" moves.

I am getting burnt out from the Firm classics. I am just at that place in my life where I don't really want to kill myself working out anymore. Having to work out for an hour at a time with tough workouts is creating a dread factor.

I also hate dance moves for cardio and am looking for low to moderate impact. I like marching and am fine with taps, hamstring curls, skaters, jumping jacks. So, no cardio that includes dancing, complicated, or high impact moves. I want to avoid step aerobics because of my knees.

I just ordered the Jane Fonda Prime Time DVDs but I am thinking they may be too easy. Is there something in the middle? Any workouts geared for the intermediate middle aged/fit senior? Any ideas please?

[bubbles76]

How about Strong Body Fit Body with Erin O'Brian? There are some jumps and lunge hops but you can easily sub hamstring curls. I also really like the Circuit workout she did with Kristy Yamaguchi.

[Gemini2874]

Thank you, Bubbles76! I just bought it per your recommendation. I’m on a workout dvd buying kick right now (I am sure some of you can relate...haha!!). So, I am up for any and all suggestions!!!!

[zraipel]

What about JNL Fusion? Her workouts consist of 30 seconds of a weight move immediately followed by 30 seconds of a cardio move. You do the set 3 times and that's the end of that block. There are usually 5 or 6 blocks in a workout, and each workout focuses on a specific body part. There are modified options for the cardio. Each workout is 30 minutes.

I'm pretty sure this set can be found for fairly cheap on Ebay or Amazon nowadays. There are tons of threads here about it if you want to read some VFer opinions. I would suggest a tag search since the search function here has been kinda iffy lately

ETA: The cardio moves are all straightforward drill type moves. No fancy dancing or anything

[Tugger31]

https://www.totalfitnessdvds.com/Jar...e-DVD-p/32.htm

This workout has a low impact modifier and is pretty straightforward. It's longer than you asked for, but can be broken up.

[sillygirl]

I tend to think of Leslie when referring to uncomplicated moves. Have you looked into some of her DVDs or would she be too easy? The Tone Every Zone Walk has an upper body and lower body circuit that totals 40 minutes.

Also, Results Fitness - 10 Days to a Better Body (with Cindy Whitmarsh) switches between strength and cardio with a 30-minute upper body workout and a 30-minute lower body workout.

Originally Posted by Gemini2874

I’m on a workout dvd buying kick right now (I am sure some of you can relate...haha!!).

Yes, to this and so much that I'm considering not renewing some of my streaming subscriptions this year.

[Gemini2874]

Zraipel- I forgot to mention I also dislike boxing, kick boxing, martial arts moves....argh. I know, I know...sorry!

Tugger31- Thanks but I don't want to do any workout that burns 1000 calories! OMG. I would die!!

Sillygirl- I'm not a huge fan of Leslie but respect her and appreciate all she has done. I'm also looking for a total body workout not a split.

I'm sorry, everyone! I know I am probably looking for a unicorn!!!

Someone could make a lot of money offering workouts for the middle aged/fit senior who wants a good workout without killing themselves! Seriously! Any takers!!!!

I just bought the new Jenny Ford download/DVD sets as well. Hoping to rotate these with some total body strength-cardio workouts (mostly strength). I wish there was like a 30 minute Firm workout that went easy on the lunges, squats and push ups and incorporated more balance and flexibility. Ahhh, one can dream......

[zraipel]

Originally Posted by Gemini2874

Zraipel- I forgot to mention I also dislike boxing, kick boxing, martial arts moves....argh. I know, I know...sorry!

There's not really any of those moves in JNL Fusion. Here's a link to her full Ballistic Backside workout on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MOA6uyL0DFE

[alisoncooks]

I like very straightforward weight workouts. Here's one from Jenny Ford:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ChDbZR...dex=12&t=1341s

I also like Cardio Pump (KCM) -- it has just plain weightlifting. In general, KCM's moves don't agree with me but this one works.

Also, The Firm's Super Bodysculpt is very straightforward. I'm sure it can be modified, if you don't have a Fanny Lifter. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dJ95y-..._b2N1Q&index=2

[fanofladyvols]

These are all older and are just straight weight lifting but since you have done Firm I guess you wouldn't mind.

• 10 minute solution target toning Cindy whitmarsh?
• Also how do you deal with Tony Horton? His Power half hour total collection might be ight up your alley if you would like splits for some variety.
• Did you ever try Kathy Smiths Lift weights to lose weight?