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Old 09-24-07, 02:16 PM  
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Hip Hop Abs

Please tell me what you think of Hip Hop Abs. I saw the infomercial last night and almost bought from BB. But I decided to wait and ask you guys!!
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Old 09-24-07, 02:54 PM  
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they said not a good thing. I didn't get a very positive response when I asked but... now that I have responded to you.. you will get more replies.. I think he's just dancing and trying to get some money. Not a full fitness instructor.
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Old 09-24-07, 03:14 PM  
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I think these are fun and very easy to learn. I'm just not sure how effective they are and I don't reach for them very often. They're more for a light day.
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Old 09-24-07, 03:28 PM  
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I actually like Hip Hop Abs. To me it works the abs in a fun sort of a way. I actually feel good when I do these because of the high fun factor. I think for Ab workout, I get more out of Tae bo Amped or core foundation. I don't reach for these often but I do the 5 min ab workout at least 3 times a week at work. I think if you want a workout to target your abs and leave you with DOMS, I will pass on these but if you want a workout that you can have fun doing and forget you are actually working out then I will say get these. My favorites are Ab Sculpt II and Total body burn. These are keepers for me because I hate floorwork and anytime I can do standing oblique workouts I am all for it. I heard Core Rhythms has a new workout that is suppose to really work your core.
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Old 10-26-07, 03:45 PM  
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I don't really like it, for several reasons:
1. the breathing doesn't make sense. Exhaling every time he wants you to contract your abs makes for some very inefficient breathing IMO, and it doesn;t feel good, especially if you are used to pilates or yoga where you breathe more deeply so you can exhale more deeply. I hate that part.
2. I don't really like the instructor, I find him annoying.
3. It can be fun if you want a light workout but there isn't a whole lot of dancing nor a whole lot of cardio, so it doesn't really seem like an efficient use of time. It might be good for beginners or people who like dancing but have two left feet.

All in all, I think it was a waste of money - you can get MUCH better workouts for that amount of money (like TurboJam!)

However, if you still want to try it, I do have some still up for trade
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Old 10-26-07, 04:24 PM  
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Thanks so much!!!

After reading all about your thoughts and opinions, I think I'll take a pass on this one for now. Elisa, if I decide to try it, I know who to ask for a trade. Thanks!!
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