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Chair Dancing Around The World

Level:		Beginner

Aerobics impact:		Lower

Aerobics choreography:		Basic

Instructor:		Jodi Stolove
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 3 customer ratings)


Item #7304	$19.95	In-stock: Yes
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All-sitting workouts with an upbeat/lively instructor, a bright/colorful set and an obviously-having-fun class (a diverse, all-sizes, all-shapes, all-ages group). You’ll burn calories and build stamina with non-stop arm patterns and/or easy leg motions (all at a genuinely aerobic pace). For variety, the music and moves come from around the world (e.g. a cute Mexican “hat dance” series or a vigorous country western “galloping horse” routine). The level and body-position options let you adapt the workout to your own physical ability. And Jodi Stolove’s positive attitude and clear cuing provide great motivation. ©1996. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Chair Dancing Around The World

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Even though I am now healed and no longer need to use this, I still throw it in the mix every once in awhile for a fun, light workout. I have even done this workout with an aging parent and my husband and we had so much fun laughing and exercising together. I highly recommend this workout for children, aging parents, injuries, overweight beginners, and anyone who wants to have fun moving! - posted by Injured on 8/21/2008

Invigorating and interesting

I enjoyed this video while waiting for a sprained ankle to heal. It was peppy and more challenging than I had expected. The choreography is fun and makes the 45 minutes go fast. - posted by Susan on 4/3/2008

Exactly what I was looking for!

I recently injured my ankle and was told to stay off it for 6-12 weeks. Having been an intermediate-low advanced exerciser for over 5 years, I was depressed at not being able to walk, rebound, do yoga, AWT, or kickboxing. I wanted to do some type of exercise that wouldn't injure me more, would get my heart rate up, and -most importantly, lift my spirits. I saw the Chair Dancing workouts in the Collage catalog and ordered two of them right away. I tried this one first-it was so much fun! At first it looked silly and cheesy-and it is, but it had me smiling and laughing, made me sweat a little, and got my circulation going. It is 45 minutes long, uses two paper plates, has three difficulty levels-easy to modify around an injury and perfect for anyone out of shape or overweight. There are people of all ages and sizes doing the workout and they all look like they are having a blast. Really made me smile and feel better. Can't wait to try other Chair Dancing workouts. I'm very surprised Collage doesn't list this as a favorite-it is very uplifting and fun, and way more aerobic than Sit and Be Fit. I really enjoyed this workout. - posted by Injured on 1/3/2008

*The star rating system began in April 2007. Reviews posted before then do not have stars.

A Surprise!

This video was a such a surprise! I bought it for my 75 year old Mother, but reviewed it before I gave it to her. Well, I'll be the first to tell you that I never thought anyone could get a workout while sitting on their rump, but this video proved me wrong! My legs actually felt like I had walked a mile and my heart rate did go up. The music was invigorating and so was the visual aspect of the background set. I also liked the fact that she had people from all walks of life in the video. I liked this video so much, that I almost didn't give it to my mother! Angela Rinck -- AngelaCR@aol.com - posted by Angela Rinck on 1/30/2001

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Each workout shows a time graph of the workout sequence, from beginning to end. For example, this workout starts with a 10-minute warm-up and ends with a 10-minute stretch. In between, you'll do aerobics, then toning, then a cooldown.

Segments that include both aerobics & toning
Some workouts combine aerobics and toning. If the aerobics and toning are done at the same time, you'll see a "blended" graph. If the aerobics and toning are done in short, alternating intervals, you'll see an "interval" graph.

Chapter menus

You can play only the individual workout segments you want by picking them off a chapter menu (one at a time).

Level

Beginner: Just starting out, very overweight or haven't exercised in over six months.

Intermediate: Active in sports, dance or any regular exercise (2 to 3 times per week).

Advanced: Very active in sports or consistently work out four or more times per week.

Aerobics impact

Lower Impact: Both feet never leave the ground at the same time. This minimizes stress on your knees.

Higher Impact: Includes movements like jumps, hops and skips. Very high-impact is called plyometrics.

Mixed Impact: This alternates or combines the above styles.

Aerobics choreography

Basic: The easiest to follow. It ranges from simple walking-style marches to sports and athletic movements.

Complex: More intricate combinations and patterns. They're ideal for people who like to dance.

Moderate: More interesting than Basic, less dancy than Complex.

Specialty: Seated Exercises

Workouts especially created for anyone who prefers to work out while seated. They may include all three basic exercise types: aerobics, toning and stretch.