Cross Train Express: Power Circuit

Cathe Friedrich
Year Released: 2000

Categories: Circuit Training (cardio and weights)


People have already broken this one down, so I'm just going to post my impressions. Power Circuit is a great circuit workout, alternating cardio and leg work. The cardio portion consists of a bit of hi/lo to open the routine, three step circuits, and three kickbox circuits. Then it’s 10 minutes dedicated to back work and about another 10 (I think) for abs. This was so.much.fun! The circuits were tough but doable. I don’t usually like circuit routines, but here it works! I think because I felt that my lower body was adequately worked, even while I was getting a tough cardio routine. It reminded me of STS Plyo Legs in that regard. The only quibble I have is that hi/lo portion is a bit of a space hog. The back work consisted of barbell rows, lat rows, and deadlifts. I only wish that during the back segment they had included lat pullovers and that during the leg portion they had substituted one set of lunges for deadlifts.

What I Liked

Cardio alternated with leg work, as it seems to do good things for my legs. Loved that Cathe included plank work in the ab section, as she is the queen of endless crunch variations

What I Didn’t Like

To me, they went overboard on the rows. There was other back work she could have substituted. Hi/Lo portion was a space hog, and I felt I would trip over my step. This won’t be a problem if you have the room or choose to modify but not dancing all about the step, as Cathe and crew do.

What You Want to Be Aware Of

Constant high impact. Also has plank work, so if you have wrist issues, be prepared to adjust.

Instructor Comments:
Cathe is professional, funny, and encouraging throughout the entire series. Her enthusiasm is contagious!

bubbles76

01/05/2015