Tae Bo Believer's Workout: Power Within

Billy Blanks
Year Released: 2003

Categories: Boxing/Kickboxing/Martial Arts


Type: kickboxing
Level: Low intermediate
Music: nondescript
Length: 45 minutes
Background exercisers: Shelly and other familiar faces
Set: typical Taebo

The workout:
I have the other Believer's workout (Strength within) and this one is not as intense, imo. The intensity is at the beginner level until after about 15-20 minutes. There are no kicks in the first 15 minutes. Throughout, Billy challanges you to draw on your Higher Power to get you to a new fitness level. He relates to several Scripture passages during the workout. After 15 minutes there are a few kick combinations, but not many. This whole workout does not seem to be as well done as Strength is. There is a short lower body segment in the middle, done on the floor that is quite challenging. Then back up for a little more cardio. I'd have preferred the floor work to be at the end.
I was able to up the intensity by adding hops and using 1 pound hand weights, but this a much easier Taebo than I am used to.
There is no prayer at the end, but a motivational talk by Billy. Overall a B+ workout for an easy day where you want some Christian motivation to get you through.

Instructor Comments:
Billy really shines in this workout. He is really in his element doing a Christian workout.

Peggy T

12/08/2004