TA's Perfect Design Series? Not good? - Page 2

Debbie S. · 05-31-12, 05:13 PM

I love everything about the PDS series! The music and the ambiance is fantastic.

shelleyann · 05-31-12, 05:33 PM

Not to change the topic, but for those of you who love PDS, how did you use it, or how was it intended to be used? Is it true she does 60 reps and how long are they? Thanks so much!

furmomof6 · 05-31-12, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by shelleyann

Not to change the topic, but for those of you who love PDS, how did you use it, or how was it intended to be used? Is it true she does 60 reps and how long are they? Thanks so much!

Shelley!

If I remember correctly, PDS was meant to be used 10x per level, like Meta. She doesn't do 60 reps with PDS, that's her bootcamp. She only does 30-40 reps. Each workout is around 40-50 minutes.

Debbie S. · 05-31-12, 06:07 PM

Someone said, 30 days for each level.

moonbeam31 · 05-31-12, 06:20 PM

PDSI=10 days
PDSII=10 days
PDSIII=10 days
Total of 30 days

Hilary · 05-31-12, 06:23 PM

I had heard 10 days at each level, but I think if you were new to TA, that would be pretty difficult. There is a HUGE difference between 1 and 3. I found 1 too easy after doing Meta for a while. 2 felt good; 3 felt tough. I forgot about the set. I LOVE the set. Some people said it was too dark but I think it's so cool being in her studio at night with the traffic lights blinking in the background. I am a sucker for any background where things are actually happening ... even Leslie's studio where you occasionally see a person walking or truck driving by. And Tracie's Charleston Harbor background ... to die for!!

icebergslim · 05-31-12, 07:10 PM

I never was interested in TA, but since I have incorporated Dream Body Fusion in my workout and love this simply, tough workout, I am rethinking TA. My thing is WHERE DO I BEGIN??? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated and what is the difference between the Perfect Design series and the Meta Series? Thanks again.

NotThatGirl · 05-31-12, 07:20 PM

I have everything she has ever done and I would start with Meta if for no other reason than the workout is shorter and her cueing is better. That doesn't mean her cueing is good, but it is better than her other series. I liked her mat workout and perfect design but I like the looks of Meta better. The set is lighter and brighter and just makes me a little more excited to do the workout. Before I committed to her stuff I checked out and did quite a few of her youtube videos and bought her webisodes she put out (before her and Madonna had their falling out) and then sprung for the Mat workout. I like the customization available in Meta too by choosing a workout for your goals and body type though too. Her rebounder dvd that she just released is so much fun, I love it and was not into her dance cardio before and this makes it so much more do-able. Even though I don't do her full workouts on a regular basis, the results I had in my bum and abs from doing her stuff was absolutely remarkable. The only caveat with Meta that I'll mention (especially since others have too) is that your on all fours a lot and while I haven't ever had wrist trouble or pain before for any reason, after doing a lot of Meta they began to hurt. My knees were fine but the workout became so uncomfortable to do I cut back on it and now do some segments as add-ons. (Sorry that was such a mouth full, I hope it helped some though

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icebergslim · 05-31-12, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by NotThatGirl

I have everything she has ever done and I would start with Meta if for no other reason than the workout is shorter and her cueing is better. That doesn't mean her cueing is good, but it is better than her other series. I liked her mat workout and perfect design but I like the looks of Meta better. The set is lighter and brighter and just makes me a little more excited to do the workout. Before I committed to her stuff I checked out and did quite a few of her youtube videos and bought her webisodes she put out (before her and Madonna had their falling out) and then sprung for the Mat workout. I like the customization available in Meta too by choosing a workout for your goals and body type though too. Her rebounder dvd that she just released is so much fun, I love it and was not into her dance cardio before and this makes it so much more do-able. Even though I don't do her full workouts on a regular basis, the results I had in my bum and abs from doing her stuff was absolutely remarkable. The only caveat with Meta that I'll mention (especially since others have too) is that your on all fours a lot and while I haven't ever had wrist trouble or pain before for any reason, after doing a lot of Meta they began to hurt. My knees were fine but the workout became so uncomfortable to do I cut back on it and now do some segments as add-ons. (Sorry that was such a mouth full, I hope it helped some though

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Thanks for this, you give me something to think about. I am lucky to have strong wrists but it took work to get there.

Cowgirl32 · 06-01-12, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by furmomof6

I really like PDS too! PDS1 is my favorite out of all three! I agree with fuzzie that the arms/standing abs are really hard to follow, that's what I thought at first too. But when I went back to PDS after doing Meta, that segment somehow seemed easier to follow. I do wish there was more arm work in this series though.

I agree the arm and abs compared to Meta are all over the place.

She looks like she's flailing around, but she still calls it being 'strategic'. I have viewed them and just got frustrated and then my ADD self went straight to Meta . What I am afraid of is going back to doing her stuff only and 'feeling' fluffy. I don't know if that is just a phase, but it's annoying

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05-31-12, 05:13 PM
Debbie S. VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	I love everything about the PDS series! The music and the ambiance is fantastic. __________________ Laughter is the best medicine. Have you had your daily dose? Walking is Nature's Prozac! Don't let anyone judge you! It's your workout. Sylwia Don't Compare Yourself to somebody else. BE YOUR BEST! Chalene Johnson A Spark of Hope In memory of: Michael Sparkman October 11th, 2001-October 21st, 2008 Hope Fimiani August 26th, 2006-October 13th, 2008

05-31-12, 05:33 PM
shelleyann Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Castle Hills (North Dallas), Texas	Not to change the topic, but for those of you who love PDS, how did you use it, or how was it intended to be used? Is it true she does 60 reps and how long are they? Thanks so much! __________________ Shelley Exercise should enhance your life! It should make you feel good & be fun, not drudgery or a beating. "When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive-to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love." Marcus Aurelius

05-31-12, 06:07 PM
Debbie S. VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Someone said, 30 days for each level. __________________ Laughter is the best medicine. Have you had your daily dose? Walking is Nature's Prozac! Don't let anyone judge you! It's your workout. Sylwia Don't Compare Yourself to somebody else. BE YOUR BEST! Chalene Johnson A Spark of Hope In memory of: Michael Sparkman October 11th, 2001-October 21st, 2008 Hope Fimiani August 26th, 2006-October 13th, 2008

05-31-12, 06:20 PM
moonbeam31 Join Date: Jan 2005	PDSI=10 days PDSII=10 days PDSIII=10 days Total of 30 days

05-31-12, 06:23 PM
Hilary Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: KY	I had heard 10 days at each level, but I think if you were new to TA, that would be pretty difficult. There is a HUGE difference between 1 and 3. I found 1 too easy after doing Meta for a while. 2 felt good; 3 felt tough. I forgot about the set. I LOVE the set. Some people said it was too dark but I think it's so cool being in her studio at night with the traffic lights blinking in the background. I am a sucker for any background where things are actually happening ... even Leslie's studio where you occasionally see a person walking or truck driving by. And Tracie's Charleston Harbor background ... to die for!!

05-31-12, 07:10 PM
icebergslim Join Date: Jan 2009	I never was interested in TA, but since I have incorporated Dream Body Fusion in my workout and love this simply, tough workout, I am rethinking TA. My thing is WHERE DO I BEGIN??? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated and what is the difference between the Perfect Design series and the Meta Series? Thanks again.

05-31-12, 07:20 PM
NotThatGirl Join Date: Feb 2010	I have everything she has ever done and I would start with Meta if for no other reason than the workout is shorter and her cueing is better. That doesn't mean her cueing is good, but it is better than her other series. I liked her mat workout and perfect design but I like the looks of Meta better. The set is lighter and brighter and just makes me a little more excited to do the workout. Before I committed to her stuff I checked out and did quite a few of her youtube videos and bought her webisodes she put out (before her and Madonna had their falling out) and then sprung for the Mat workout. I like the customization available in Meta too by choosing a workout for your goals and body type though too. Her rebounder dvd that she just released is so much fun, I love it and was not into her dance cardio before and this makes it so much more do-able. Even though I don't do her full workouts on a regular basis, the results I had in my bum and abs from doing her stuff was absolutely remarkable. The only caveat with Meta that I'll mention (especially since others have too) is that your on all fours a lot and while I haven't ever had wrist trouble or pain before for any reason, after doing a lot of Meta they began to hurt. My knees were fine but the workout became so uncomfortable to do I cut back on it and now do some segments as add-ons. (Sorry that was such a mouth full, I hope it helped some though)