Ok, who's got the new Cathe's???

rhbrand · 12-20-23, 03:51 PM

I need reviews.
Mine won't get here until Friday, at the earliest so start telling me all about the new Cathe workouts!

Kathy G · 12-20-23, 06:53 PM

I just got them yesterday. So far I’ve only previewed Killer Legs. It’s a nice mix of heavier and moderate weights. She threw in some exercises that make you activate your core too (which I need!) Overall impression is I like it a lot! It’s various squats, deadlifts, lunges which are my favorite lower body exercises. No step ups or Bulgarian lunges (yay, lol!) so the only equipment for the main program are just dumbbells.

In the Barre bonus they are using one of the Cathe dip bars but you can use a chair or Cathe tower. She also uses one of the small Cathe balls (non-weighted) and a light firewalker band. It’s all standing work where you place the ball in the crook of your knee for a few exercises then remove it and put the band around your ankles for more exercises. It looks like a good add on or a quick workout when you’re short on time.

Total times:
Warmup - 5:03
Main program - 32:40
Total time - 37:43

Killer Barre Bonus - 19:02

ChelePA · 12-20-23, 10:28 PM

Mine arrived this evening. Waiting for my exercise group to get them before starting. Can’t wait!

shoegoddess · 12-21-23, 02:27 PM

Mine arrive tomorrow

Rhonda · 12-22-23, 10:13 AM

I did the kickboxing one and enjoyed it. I kept it low impact. I like kicking and this one had quite a bit so it was a hit for me.

Mickey12 · 12-22-23, 10:21 AM

Mine arrived on Wednesday. I tried the Kickbox and felt it was just ok. I don’t have weighted gloves so it probably feels different with them. The music was good but I felt like the combinations were basic and not very creative. However, Cathe probably kept them easy to follow since she was wearing the gloves. I liked that it was around 45 minutes as this is my sweet spot.

Today I did Cycle Power. I don’t have a spin bike so I do her cycle workouts on the treadmill. I liked this one. It felt similar to Cycle Sweat. It’s got techno music with a good beat. Cathe talks quite consistently through the workout giving encouragement and form pointers. The length was around 45 minutes which is perfect for me.

rhbrand · 12-22-23, 05:41 PM

NOOOOOOO
Mine got delayed and won't get here til tomorrow.

Man I was wanting to at least preview them tonight while hubby is off with his brother.

Helen · 12-22-23, 06:18 PM

ETA is the 5th of January for me.

Trixoo · 12-22-23, 07:31 PM

I finally got to try one tonight…total body barbell. It was classic Cathe, but felt so different to me since I’ve been doing the STS 2.0 total body workouts so much. When I say classic Cathe, there are pulses, variations in rep speed, etc…all the good stuff in a fresh package.

Toward the end of the workout, my forearms were toast. That may be because I used dbs instead of a barbell (I have one, but didn’t feel like using it) or because I haven’t been doing anything higher rep or with shorter rests. So my forearms are strong, but apparently some focus on endurance will be beneficial.

I also loved Cathe’s leggings and the set.

I’m really sorry dvds have been delayed for some…that’s a bummer!

fatkat555 · 12-22-23, 09:20 PM

Mine arrived Wednesday, but I’m down with the flu.

I only got the barbell and killer legs dvds.

I shall enjoy the reviews while I recover.

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12-20-23, 03:51 PM
rhbrand Join Date: Nov 2001	Ok, who's got the new Cathe's??? I need reviews. Mine won't get here until Friday, at the earliest so start telling me all about the new Cathe workouts! __________________ Check out my Blog Link in Profile on Home Page

12-20-23, 06:53 PM
Kathy G VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: USA	I just got them yesterday. So far I’ve only previewed Killer Legs. It’s a nice mix of heavier and moderate weights. She threw in some exercises that make you activate your core too (which I need!) Overall impression is I like it a lot! It’s various squats, deadlifts, lunges which are my favorite lower body exercises. No step ups or Bulgarian lunges (yay, lol!) so the only equipment for the main program are just dumbbells. In the Barre bonus they are using one of the Cathe dip bars but you can use a chair or Cathe tower. She also uses one of the small Cathe balls (non-weighted) and a light firewalker band. It’s all standing work where you place the ball in the crook of your knee for a few exercises then remove it and put the band around your ankles for more exercises. It looks like a good add on or a quick workout when you’re short on time. Total times: Warmup - 5:03 Main program - 32:40 Total time - 37:43 Killer Barre Bonus - 19:02 __________________ Completed Races: (4) 50 milers (2) 42 milers (1) 50k (10) Marathons (2) 20 milers (3) 25k’s (16) Half Marathons (1) 20k (6) 10 milers (1) 15k

12-20-23, 10:28 PM
ChelePA Join Date: Jan 2017	Mine arrived this evening. Waiting for my exercise group to get them before starting. Can’t wait!

12-21-23, 02:27 PM
shoegoddess Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So. California	Mine arrive tomorrow __________________ CINDY I'm not a typical grandma! Body by Cathe, Chalene and Dr. Niccole -Me A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until she gets into hot water -Eleanor Roosevelt Well-behaved women seldom make history -Laurel Thatcher Ulrich Women are Angels And when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly....on a broomstick...we are flexible like that -White Witch Gotta love Maxine: http://forum.videofitness.com/pictur...&pictureid=230

12-22-23, 10:13 AM
Rhonda Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MI	I did the kickboxing one and enjoyed it. I kept it low impact. I like kicking and this one had quite a bit so it was a hit for me.

12-22-23, 10:21 AM
Mickey12 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NE Pennsylvania	Mine arrived on Wednesday. I tried the Kickbox and felt it was just ok. I don’t have weighted gloves so it probably feels different with them. The music was good but I felt like the combinations were basic and not very creative. However, Cathe probably kept them easy to follow since she was wearing the gloves. I liked that it was around 45 minutes as this is my sweet spot. Today I did Cycle Power. I don’t have a spin bike so I do her cycle workouts on the treadmill. I liked this one. It felt similar to Cycle Sweat. It’s got techno music with a good beat. Cathe talks quite consistently through the workout giving encouragement and form pointers. The length was around 45 minutes which is perfect for me. __________________ Kim

12-22-23, 05:41 PM
rhbrand Join Date: Nov 2001	NOOOOOOO Mine got delayed and won't get here til tomorrow. Man I was wanting to at least preview them tonight while hubby is off with his brother. __________________ Check out my Blog Link in Profile on Home Page

12-22-23, 06:18 PM
Helen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Australia	ETA is the 5th of January for me. __________________ 2024: 👏 STRIVE rather than settle.👏 💪STRONG rather than soft.💪 • No exercise can compensate for a poor diet. 😖 • Walking is phenomenally good for me. 😊 • Resistance training is critical. 💯 ¹ Walk first ² Weights next ³ Cardio for fun ⁴ Add stretch & balance.

12-22-23, 07:31 PM
Trixoo VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2011	I finally got to try one tonight…total body barbell. It was classic Cathe, but felt so different to me since I’ve been doing the STS 2.0 total body workouts so much. When I say classic Cathe, there are pulses, variations in rep speed, etc…all the good stuff in a fresh package. Toward the end of the workout, my forearms were toast. That may be because I used dbs instead of a barbell (I have one, but didn’t feel like using it) or because I haven’t been doing anything higher rep or with shorter rests. So my forearms are strong, but apparently some focus on endurance will be beneficial. I also loved Cathe’s leggings and the set. I’m really sorry dvds have been delayed for some…that’s a bummer!

12-22-23, 09:20 PM
fatkat555 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans metro area	Mine arrived Wednesday, but I’m down with the flu. I only got the barbell and killer legs dvds. I shall enjoy the reviews while I recover. __________________ Fatkat You have to make a mess, sometimes, to clean it up. DISCLOSURE: I have a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.