Denise Austin: Get Fit Daily Dozen - DVD

This workout is great and the accompanying book is fantastic (simple, easy meal plans to lose up to 12 pounds in 2 weeks). I have worked out with Denise Austin for 15+ years and I still have all her dvds (some are really goofy -- like from the 80's!! but a workout is a workout). I never mind working out with Denise...I always look forward to it...which is definitely not true for most of the other workout dvd's I own. Everybody seems to think Denise's workouts are super easy...they're not!! They are challenging and adaptable for every workout level. What I have learned from experience is that it is not necessary to do crazy "killer" workouts (TurboFire, Insanity, etc...) to get the results that you want. Most of the time these types of workouts do more harm than good and can lead to serious injuries. I have never incurred an injury with Denise...I feel energized and motivated and positive about what I've done...being a busy Mom...I consider it quite an accomplishment if I can fit that workout into my schedule! This dvd workout is one of my very favorites...it's challenging but easy to fit into a busy life b/c it's broken up into 12 minute segments -- and those segments are fun and motivating. By the way, I did purchase 21 Day Fix...and I really love that...it's a great program for anyone...you know what else? It's a total rip-off from this...yep...read Denise's Daily Dozen book and you will see what I mean...even the exercises are almost identical...nothing wrong with that but for me it just proves that Denise really is the original, real-deal! You can't go wrong with Denise or this workout.

My husband and I use this video almost every night. I like it for the arm and leg workout, but we always use it for the Pilates. I tell people about it all the time. This has really helped our backs to become stronger and avoid injury. My husband had major back issues and mine had been pretty major as well. I attribute probably 33% of our success to this 12 minute Pilates segment on this video. The rest to regular walking and the use of magnesium oil. Of course, overall I give credit to God who watches over us and has lead us to these interventions.

I have a hard time committing a lot of time to working out in the morning, so this tape is excellent. It only takes 12 minutes and you definitely get a good workout to jump start your day. I usually do a few more stretches, ab work or cardio if I have time. The exercises are easy to do and remember, so I can do them without the DVD when I'm not at home. Each day's exercises target different muscle groups which is great and it shows you the types of things you can do to tone different areas. I like the cardio stuff every other day with weights and ab work in between. It does get a little boring after doing it for several months, but don't get rid of it because it does you a lot of good. This is my workout on days that I can't go swimming, walking/running or bike riding and the yoga stretches are great on the weekend (I only do them one day -- I do something else physical on the other day), because they remind me how much stretching you need to do as you get older. And Denise is in great shape for a 50+ woman -- she must be doing something right!

I love this disc! I use it every day. Thank you, Denise Austin!

I like this workout, although it's not as challenging as a Jillian Michaels workout by any means. Each 12 minute "daily dozen" works out a different zone. You can do all 6 days, or just one day at a time, or mix and match at will. If you do 3 sections in a row you'll probably work up a sweat. The Yoga Stretches are not very Yoga and that's a good thing in my opinion. I didn't try that portion for a long time because I was expecting the usual poses (warrior, mountain, sun salutation, triangle, camel, etc.), but none of them were used. It was just a good stretching session and I appreciated that. An osteopath told me that more people slip disks doing Yoga than any other activity. I'm kind of over the whole Yoga practice myself. There's no pain in these exercises, yet your muscles will feel worked. It's perfect for beginners, anyone who's had an injury or if you'd just like some easier days between the more difficult exercises in your repertoire.

Love it! As with all Dennis Austin, I can trust the excercises will be effective, yet safe. I have injured my back and neck in four car accidents, so I can't do all exercises. I like that I can pick whatever day I want to do. I can do Monday and Thursday, Sunday and Tuesday, or do everyday if decide. Great for those who don't have a lot of time to exercise, but would like to get something in. They are quick and effective. Nothing too difficult for a beginner, but challenging enough for an intermediate exerciser as well. Gets the job done!

I was looking for an addition to the Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds videos I use just to add variety to those workouts. I do like that you can choose which 12 minute workout you want or combine them to do more. I like the exercises Denise uses and they do give me a variety. However, I think some of them are done too fast to do correctly and some of them you only do a few repetitions before the next one starts. Denise gets off count, says one thing and does another, and makes it kind of hard to follow. It's not a bad workout, but I think Denise is just in a big hurry on this one.

I love the fact that you can pick and choose what exercise you want to do and can do smaller workouts as time permits. I'm not a huge fan of exercise but I do it because I must. With the 12 min. segments I don't feel so overwhelmed. I can do one or 2 segments in the morning and come back later for more. That way I get in a good workout but I'm not bored doing it all at once. I read some reviews about the cueing and I don't really know what that means. I just workout to the best of my ability and I think that it is Denise's intention that we're not perfect and have to match each movement she makes. The dancing with the stars judges aren't going to show up and rate my performance! The idea is to just keep moving and workout!

ダイエットをしようと思い立ったが 体力がなさ過ぎて・・・ そこで1日12分 毎日決まったプログラムのある これを買ってみました。 12分くらいなら出来るだろうと思ってたけど 運動不足の私にはこの12分が辛いこともある(^_^;) でも毎日楽しくやっています(*^^)v それからプログラムによってはダンベルが必要です♪ このDVDはリージョン１なので私はパソコンで再生しています。 日本語版は デニス・オースティンの1日12分デイリー・ダイエット‾一週間曜日別プログラム‾ [DVD ]です。

Great short workouts! - perfect for the days when you have limited time or energy! I love Denise Austin's DVDs!!

good DVD and really targets those stubborn zones

Love it

I like the DVD by fitness guru Denise Austin! Denise is very cheerful and she lets me work out at my fitness level which, for me, is beginner. Some of the moves Denise did were challenging for me but I feel if I exercise daily I can get the hang of it! I like the selection of workouts and I can either listen to Denise talk or I can listen to music only; I can exercise for 12 minutes daily and I did two workouts yesterday! I was exhausted but I feel if I want to lose weight I need to get and stay motivated by exercising daily; the reason I gave the DVD four stars because I had trouble hearing Denise and the music. Otherwise, it's a good DVD by Denise Austin.