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DeannaTS
Cathlete
I like the suggestion of no-repeat PHA!
Hee Hee, thanks for the idea! While you wait, any of you that have ONDemand & workout blender, I just
finished blending a "No Repeat PHA" workout...3 rounds of 6 exercises (lower,upper,etc) and each round
ends with a standing core. After 3rd round, I put in an additional short floor ab/core. Workout is about
37 min. I did share it in the blender. Check it out if you want.....
Would love, in no particular order or reason:
*STS 2.0 Squat Rack Option
*PRS #3 & #4. Or any old-school step choreography. Dancy with great music.
*Old School floor cardio. Just something fun fun fun. Maybe with a Zumba flair? But regular hops, jumps, kicks, leaps from the 80s is fine.
*STANDING only abs with weight plates, etc.
*Utilization of the balance discs or BOSU ball.
*Weight work with mobility / functional movements, rather than your typical weight work of "just stand there and do bicep curls, then squats, then shoulder presses".
*Couple of workouts where you are UPRIGHT the entire time (head not below heart). Could be like a Senior Fit workout, a core workout, mobility, stretch, etc. For recovery days.
*Lots of equipment. I love dragging out all of the toys. Add the Hula Hoop!
*A stretch workout with UP & BACK movements (scorpion, trace the rainbow, Cobra, etc....rather than down & forward movements such as endless down dog, child's pose, etc.) We are down and forward all day long...I need to reverse that.
*Kickboxing with lots of kicks, not just punches.
*HEAVY weight work.
*Bike!
*Did I mention PRS #3 & #4? Add in PRS #5 & #6. I love fun step cardio.
*I am hoping for a series that exudes FUN. Although I enjoy all of your workouts, I must admit I sometimes reach for some and have a wee bit of dread (excellent results, but doesn't necessarily have the "fun" vibe). But many many workouts I grab knowing they will be fun and put me in a happy mood; Due to music, moves, chitter chatter, no dreaded burpees (or at least just a very few), no repeats. PRS, Step Blast, Body Max 2. Rhythmic Step, Cardio Fusion, X10, Afterburn, STS 2.0 bonus segments, LMR series, Standing abs, SuperCuts, To The Max, CrossFire, Cardio Party, Cardio Slam, 034, 040, 061, 159, 185, 207, 246, 272, 372, 376, 387, 448, 455, 463, 472, 474, 481, 500, 503, 515 come to mind.
*Would also love to have several "quick" workouts such as the 100 Rep Challenges, Cardio Crush, Blizzard Blasts. Something I can do on my breaks that is quick and not too sweaty. Just gets me some movement.
*STS 2.0 Squat Rack Option
*PRS #3 & #4. Or any old-school step choreography. Dancy with great music.
*Old School floor cardio. Just something fun fun fun. Maybe with a Zumba flair? But regular hops, jumps, kicks, leaps from the 80s is fine.
*STANDING only abs with weight plates, etc.
*Utilization of the balance discs or BOSU ball.
*Weight work with mobility / functional movements, rather than your typical weight work of "just stand there and do bicep curls, then squats, then shoulder presses".
*Couple of workouts where you are UPRIGHT the entire time (head not below heart). Could be like a Senior Fit workout, a core workout, mobility, stretch, etc. For recovery days.
*Lots of equipment. I love dragging out all of the toys. Add the Hula Hoop!
*A stretch workout with UP & BACK movements (scorpion, trace the rainbow, Cobra, etc....rather than down & forward movements such as endless down dog, child's pose, etc.) We are down and forward all day long...I need to reverse that.
*Kickboxing with lots of kicks, not just punches.
*HEAVY weight work.
*Bike!
*Did I mention PRS #3 & #4? Add in PRS #5 & #6. I love fun step cardio.
*I am hoping for a series that exudes FUN. Although I enjoy all of your workouts, I must admit I sometimes reach for some and have a wee bit of dread (excellent results, but doesn't necessarily have the "fun" vibe). But many many workouts I grab knowing they will be fun and put me in a happy mood; Due to music, moves, chitter chatter, no dreaded burpees (or at least just a very few), no repeats. PRS, Step Blast, Body Max 2. Rhythmic Step, Cardio Fusion, X10, Afterburn, STS 2.0 bonus segments, LMR series, Standing abs, SuperCuts, To The Max, CrossFire, Cardio Party, Cardio Slam, 034, 040, 061, 159, 185, 207, 246, 272, 372, 376, 387, 448, 455, 463, 472, 474, 481, 500, 503, 515 come to mind.
*Would also love to have several "quick" workouts such as the 100 Rep Challenges, Cardio Crush, Blizzard Blasts. Something I can do on my breaks that is quick and not too sweaty. Just gets me some movement.
FitSaxe
Cathlete
eh eh, guess what LMR 2 is on reload/is being built.
the boss is elevating the INTENSITY. Who would say no to that
So exciting
the boss is elevating the INTENSITY. Who would say no to that
So exciting
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DeannaTS
Cathlete
Thanks!
Lannette
Cathlete
This would be my biggest wish! Body Weight and Bands is my all time favorite. My body loves the way that workout makes it feel!!
YES to all of this. 80s old school aerobics is just plain fun.
I just read the email and saw that Cathe was seeking some feedback for LMR2 (I don't do social media). I recognize Cathe has already received a great deal of wonderful feedback and I am slow to the party.
Regarding LMR, I really like the bonus upper, lower, and core workouts because they provided more balance/coordination challenges than the full routines for upper body, lower body and the total body workouts. For me, the main workouts for upper, lower, and total body provided too much explanation between exercises and, again just my opinion, did not provide enough balance/coordination challenges. I have KCM's Raw More Than Strength and I love the Balance Strength and Core workout on that DVD.
Therefore, if the new series is truly an extension of LMR, I would love to see heavier weights and some workouts that continued to challenge balance and coordination. Oh, and yes, I am always up for a boxing/kickboxing workout!
Cathe, thank you so much for reaching out to your audience for feedback. I cannot believe you are already working on a new series so soon after your surgery. You truly are a warrior!
Regarding LMR, I really like the bonus upper, lower, and core workouts because they provided more balance/coordination challenges than the full routines for upper body, lower body and the total body workouts. For me, the main workouts for upper, lower, and total body provided too much explanation between exercises and, again just my opinion, did not provide enough balance/coordination challenges. I have KCM's Raw More Than Strength and I love the Balance Strength and Core workout on that DVD.
Therefore, if the new series is truly an extension of LMR, I would love to see heavier weights and some workouts that continued to challenge balance and coordination. Oh, and yes, I am always up for a boxing/kickboxing workout!
Cathe, thank you so much for reaching out to your audience for feedback. I cannot believe you are already working on a new series so soon after your surgery. You truly are a warrior!
FleurdeLisa68
Member
Thanks for considering us and asking for opinions.
I've been working out with you exclusively for 28 years and can't imagine a life without you!
I actually passed on the the Lift series because it's just not the type of workout that appeals to me.
My favorites are the ones with lots of cardio but can be made low impact and also include light-moderate weight training such as Afterburn, Crossfire and Drill Max.
I also like to pair Tabatacise and All Out LI for a super intense workout.
The Perfect Series, Fit Split and Cardio Slam/Strong & Sweaty are also up there on my list for less intense days but still great for fun cardio.
Now that I'm firmly in my 50s (56) I tend to prefer workouts off the step
I also prefer workouts to be around an hour...shorter than that and I just don't feel like I'm getting enough done, but it's also nice to have the options of different pre-mixes to be able to customize a time that works for me if I want to make it shorter or longer.
Also, I don't feel like a workout is complete without an abs section.
And of course, a nice 5-10 minute stretch!
Since I don't prefer the workouts heavily focused on weights, I have skipped the last couple of series and am jonesing for some new Cathe!!!
Thanks again and looking forward to a new series!!!
I've been working out with you exclusively for 28 years and can't imagine a life without you!
I actually passed on the the Lift series because it's just not the type of workout that appeals to me.
My favorites are the ones with lots of cardio but can be made low impact and also include light-moderate weight training such as Afterburn, Crossfire and Drill Max.
I also like to pair Tabatacise and All Out LI for a super intense workout.
The Perfect Series, Fit Split and Cardio Slam/Strong & Sweaty are also up there on my list for less intense days but still great for fun cardio.
Now that I'm firmly in my 50s (56) I tend to prefer workouts off the step
I also prefer workouts to be around an hour...shorter than that and I just don't feel like I'm getting enough done, but it's also nice to have the options of different pre-mixes to be able to customize a time that works for me if I want to make it shorter or longer.
Also, I don't feel like a workout is complete without an abs section.
And of course, a nice 5-10 minute stretch!
Since I don't prefer the workouts heavily focused on weights, I have skipped the last couple of series and am jonesing for some new Cathe!!!
Thanks again and looking forward to a new series!!!
Lady Vol Fan
Cathlete
She's supposed to announce something more definite on Friday @FleurdeLisa68
Thread 'I’m Excited to Announce My Newest Series' https://cathe.com/forum/threads/i’m-excited-to-announce-my-newest-series.320062/
nickisteen
Cathlete
I like all the above suggestions. I do love the STS series, especially the weight workouts with the rests in between so I can focus on my form. Love the kickboxing, short cardios, abs, mobility, etc. Anything you do is good with me!!
nickisteen
Cathlete
And do appreciate you asking us!
I have taken up line dancing as well as couple's dancing. I have found that it has improved my memory! I have absolutely no idea why, but it's fun, great for balance, and good for my mind and body. I know this is an odd request, but I would love a cardo workout on the floor (rather than the step) that uses dance/dance steps to give me a great workout. There is so much variety available, and you've used cha cha, mamba, etc. in step. I was wondering if an entire cardio workout could be created to get the heartrate up using salsa, jazz steps, kick-ball-chains, swing, triples, hip movements, heel/toe movements, slides, coaster steps, etc. I've found that a fast Tush Push line dance can really get my heart rate up, while a normal two-step with a partner does not, so I was wondering if you could use the steps and pace of music to create a great heart workout that challenges our brain and coordination. I don't know how much training you have in dance moves, but I've always suspected you might have some, because you have more complex step videos that made me think you might have a background in dance. I know arms are an important part of increasing the intensity of exercise, and for the most part, the line dances I do don't really emphasis that. But I figured you'd might have experience or ideas that would involve arms? I'd love some music to go along with it that gets me singing (in between being out of breath lol) and just forgetting that I'm actually working out. . I'd feel like I was mentally recovering while working my body and heart! lol
. I'd feel like I was mentally recovering while working my body and heart! lol