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	Dumbbells
	Rubber tubing

Safe and Strong at 50

Level:		Begin/Inter

Toning emphasis:		Upper body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:	22 minutes	(67%)
Lower body:	11 minutes	(33%)

Instructor:		Cindy Kozacek
		Instructor profile

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(average of 7 customer ratings)


Item #7556	$19.95	In-stock: Yes

A straight-forward toning/balance workout that focuses on range of motion and functional fitness — the moves you use in everyday activities. Cindy Kozacek and her baby-boomer-age class demonstrate a variety of modifications and intensities (one person is seated; another is doing a harder variation). After a fast-paced warm-up, you’ll move into a medley of mostly multiple-muscle-group exercises (e.g. a lower-body squat combined with an upright arm row). The exercises are all well-structured and carefully designed to avoid awkward between-move transitions. Requires 2 to 5 lb. dumbbells and an X-ertube. ©2005.

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Safe and Strong at 50

Total workout

I love that this DVD contains both dumbbells and exercise band work. I feel that both pieces of equipment work in different ways. I work between the different levels to give me what I need for the day. I am a first time buyer of Cindy's DVDs and I was very pleased. However, I felt both this DVD and the Safe and Fit could use a bit more Ab work as this helps with the core and balance. - posted by Susan on 9/6/2008

First Rate Workout

Cindy K is a knowledgable, friendly instuctor. Her cueing is impeccable. While other tapes sometimes show three levels of exercise, this tape provides detailed directions for all three. While for beginners, the modifications for more advanced will keep you challenged. The only criticism I have is Cindy's focus on "over 50", when it should be pitched for a much broader audience. Anyone who is a beginner regardless of age, or even intermediate exerciser who wants a good, well thought out routine without needless chatter will find this a first rate CD. - posted by DianaID on 7/4/2008

good one!

This one is geared for people like me (56 and getting into shape without trying to kill yourself off!). She has good safety tips, different levels of the moves; and no lengthly chatter. Just a good, sensible workout, well worth the money. - posted by vanessa on 4/15/2008

Fun to Do

With her pleasant voice and excellent cues, I stay relaxed and don't tense up during the entire workout. I find her vivid descriptions ("hold it like a coffee cup")help me keep the right form for each exercise. Good way to keep fit at any age! - posted by Nelda on 1/13/2008

Get in shape - keep in shape

I first used this video when I was getting back in shape after an accident - and it's still in my weekly rotation. The exercises are different from the other videos, fun to do, and great for keeping the body fit. The instructor cues wonderfully as well. - posted by Pat on 10/29/2007

Great!!

Great video for light days or just getting back into shape. Strenghtens everyday muscles you use on a daily basis. Keeps it simple and straight forward. Try it!! - posted by Patty on 9/6/2007

Harder then I thought!

Since there were no reviews for this DVD, I thought I would write one. Cindy is a great instructor and I like both of her videos, this one and Safe and Fit. Safe and Strong is an all toning video using hand weights and a resistance band. The resistance band section is particularly challenging. There are 3 exercisers showing 3 levels, so you can modify the exercises as needed. I consider myself an intermediate/advanced exerciser and I found this video challenging, but very doable. I am in my late forties and am finding I do not like the DVDs that are directed at the young "bikini-body" types. This video is directed at the rest of us who are looking for health and strength benefits, but not expecting to achieve 6 pack abs. I like the no-nonsense type instructors and Cindy is in this category. You move right from one exercise to another with no unnecessary chatter. Many of the exercises are unique and fun to do. I really was pleasantly suprised by this DVD. Highly recommended. - posted by Julie on 6/11/2007

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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.

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.

Toning emphasis

Upper body: Arms, chest and back.

Lower Body: Legs, thighs, hips and buttocks.

Abs: Abdominals (stomach), core and sometimes lower back.

Total body: Tones all three of the above muscle groups.

Muscle Toning

Definition: Slow, controlled movements working against resistance (e.g. dumbbells, a band or just your own body weight). Includes Pilates and weight training.

Benefits: Builds lean muscles. Increases your metabolism. Makes everyday activities easier.