Vintage Dustbunny Sporadic Check-In

Vintage VFer · 03-23-14, 11:13 AM

In Susan's "Long lost but not forgotten" thread, some of us have been re-visiting oldie but goodie workouts. Some of these videos are OOP and probably will never be on DVD. You can find reviews of these oldies in the VF Reviews section:

http://www.videofitness.com/reviewsdb/

Maybe we can have a sporadic check-in to revisit workouts from the past? I don't know what is the oldest workout I own. I'd have to go check.

If you've done a vintage (and I know that is a relative term) video, please post your thoughts. (In my case, I'm a vintage VFer doing vintage workouts!)

So far, I've done:

Gin Miller's Reebok: Best of Step TV (1994). This is has Gin being as goofy as ever. I did find it hard to follow when she let the background extras do the cueing. This has the guy cueing the "Gin Miller Craaaaazy Arms" move.

Jay Blahnik's Precision Cycling (2001). This is a really good workout and it's too bad it isn't on DVD. I do it on my elliptical. This has several instructors as background exercisers: Linda McHugh, Aileen Sheron, Helen Vanderburg.

Weight Watchers Low Impact Aerobics (1995) with Aileen Sheron (and Chalene Johnson!) This has the "Spooky Fingers" move.

Jane P. · 03-23-14, 01:31 PM

I might join. I did Gilad's Step & Tone the other day, as well as Kathy Smith's early Pilates workouts.

SueT · 03-23-14, 01:47 PM

I just did Kathy Smith's Fat Burning Workout from 1989. I never had that workout back then, but someone mentioned it a couple of years ago here on VF and I got the compilation DVD with that workout on it.

I have to admit it was a lot of fun and I'm actually sore today!

Sue

Lucky Star · 03-23-14, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SueT

I just did Kathy Smith's Fat Burning Workout from 1989. I never had that workout back then, but someone mentioned it a couple of years ago here on VF and I got the compilation DVD with that workout on it.

I have to admit it was a lot of fun and I'm actually sore today!

I still like that workout even though that outfit Kathy wears looks like it was designed by one of my 3yo students.

Kitten · 03-23-14, 09:18 PM

Since I'm vintage and do these sporadically, I'm in!

Jennifer R · 03-23-14, 10:25 PM

Posted in the "secret workout" thread, but today I did Jump To It, 40 sweaty minutes of rebounding, big hair, leg warmers and whoop whoop. Don't know why I don't hate it, but I don't.

Leah Ferrassoli · 07-09-14, 07:30 PM

I absolutely love the "old" stuff because it is still relevant today. Some of my faves are Kathy Smith, older Firm, Karen Voight, and more. To me, the drawback is queing the tape. I enjoy reading everyone's reviews and discovering new instructors. Thank you for sharing. :-)

mimikz · 07-10-14, 07:13 AM

I finally unpacked a TRX I've had sealed in the shipping box since 2010, according to the packing slip. Is this a record?? I tried it using the door attachment and it was love at first squat

, no kidding. My friend's carpenter husband came and attached the anchor to a joist in my living room ceiling. This may be my favorite exercise toy ever...and I have many

Mimi K

Lucky Star · 07-10-14, 07:17 AM

Today I'm doing Karen & Elle's Your Personal Best (aka The Body).

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leah Ferrassoli

To me, the drawback is queing the tape.

I unlocked my DVD player and have bought DVDs from the UK and Europe, including Karen & Elle's, Cher's old workouts and others. Worth it to me!

seagreen01 · 07-10-14, 09:03 AM

Hi Lucky Star, I thought that one was one of the better celebrity workouts at the time. The scenery is so gorgeous.

Today was The FIRM Vol 3 with Sandahl. I have done the workout so often over the years I think I could do it with my eyes closed. Speaking of eyes, there is something going on and a smile behind Sandahls eyes. Love that about her.

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03-23-14, 11:13 AM
Vintage VFer VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Vintage Dustbunny Sporadic Check-In In Susan's "Long lost but not forgotten" thread, some of us have been re-visiting oldie but goodie workouts. Some of these videos are OOP and probably will never be on DVD. You can find reviews of these oldies in the VF Reviews section: http://www.videofitness.com/reviewsdb/ Maybe we can have a sporadic check-in to revisit workouts from the past? I don't know what is the oldest workout I own. I'd have to go check. If you've done a vintage (and I know that is a relative term) video, please post your thoughts. (In my case, I'm a vintage VFer doing vintage workouts!) So far, I've done: Gin Miller's Reebok: Best of Step TV (1994). This is has Gin being as goofy as ever. I did find it hard to follow when she let the background extras do the cueing. This has the guy cueing the "Gin Miller Craaaaazy Arms" move. Jay Blahnik's Precision Cycling (2001). This is a really good workout and it's too bad it isn't on DVD. I do it on my elliptical. This has several instructors as background exercisers: Linda McHugh, Aileen Sheron, Helen Vanderburg. Weight Watchers Low Impact Aerobics (1995) with Aileen Sheron (and Chalene Johnson!) This has the "Spooky Fingers" move. __________________ Goal:250 / Done:91 POSTURE CHECK! Last edited by Vintage VFer; 08-07-14 at 11:03 AM. Reason: assorted edits for clarity

03-23-14, 01:31 PM
Jane P. VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Colorado Springs	I might join. I did Gilad's Step & Tone the other day, as well as Kathy Smith's early Pilates workouts. __________________ "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." Leo Tolstoy

03-23-14, 01:47 PM
SueT Join Date: Apr 2009	I just did Kathy Smith's Fat Burning Workout from 1989. I never had that workout back then, but someone mentioned it a couple of years ago here on VF and I got the compilation DVD with that workout on it. I have to admit it was a lot of fun and I'm actually sore today! Sue

03-23-14, 09:18 PM
Kitten Join Date: May 2004 Location: Ohio	Since I'm vintage and do these sporadically, I'm in!

03-23-14, 10:25 PM
Jennifer R VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Sonoma County, CA	Posted in the "secret workout" thread, but today I did Jump To It, 40 sweaty minutes of rebounding, big hair, leg warmers and whoop whoop. Don't know why I don't hate it, but I don't. __________________ Jennifer R Dancin' in Paradise "I used to be disgusted, now I try to be amused"--Elvis Costello

07-09-14, 07:30 PM
Leah Ferrassoli Join Date: Oct 2004	I absolutely love the "old" stuff because it is still relevant today. Some of my faves are Kathy Smith, older Firm, Karen Voight, and more. To me, the drawback is queing the tape. I enjoy reading everyone's reviews and discovering new instructors. Thank you for sharing. :-)

07-10-14, 07:13 AM
mimikz Join Date: Aug 2003	I finally unpacked a TRX I've had sealed in the shipping box since 2010, according to the packing slip. Is this a record?? I tried it using the door attachment and it was love at first squat , no kidding. My friend's carpenter husband came and attached the anchor to a joist in my living room ceiling. This may be my favorite exercise toy ever...and I have many Mimi K

07-10-14, 09:03 AM
seagreen01 VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Hi Lucky Star, I thought that one was one of the better celebrity workouts at the time. The scenery is so gorgeous. Today was The FIRM Vol 3 with Sandahl. I have done the workout so often over the years I think I could do it with my eyes closed. Speaking of eyes, there is something going on and a smile behind Sandahls eyes. Love that about her.