04-24-13, 07:47 AM | |
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Raleigh, NC
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What a great development for you and your mom. I can understand wanting to get the "right" workouts for her.
Check out Jessica Smith's YouTube channel. She has some dances, some dancey walks, and even a cardio and strength workout in a chair. Richard Simmons is a blast and has GREAT music. And, there is a mix of people who back him up, which is nice to see. But, you have to be able to tolerate Richard's personality which is very upbeat. Cardio for Beginners by Petra Kolber is really good. It has several segments that you can choose from and includes some dancey options and more athletic options. Billy Blanks, Jr. has some easy to follow dance DVDs. If your mom is into disco (or was), Cheryl Burke's Disco Abs is a fun workout. But, it might be better for later when she's looking for more of a challenge than absolute beginner.
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04-24-13, 09:38 AM | |
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: DC
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I agree with Leslie. After being sick a lot the past few months, Leslie is the person that motivates me to workout. I think it's easy to develop good habits with Leslie. At times Leslie talks to people who have done her program who have lost a lot of weight. That could encourage her.
Jessica Smith walks in youtube. They are good as well. Bellyfit Elements (just the cardio portion) is fun. I'm not sure how beginner it is. But I think it's somewhat easy to follow. Good luck! |
04-24-13, 09:39 AM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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The only thing that I would add is to make sure that your mom does not do any of the side lateral movements. Even though these moves seem innocuous, they are very hard on your knees and hip joints when first starting out.
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