The Best Home Exercise DVDs

The Best Home Exercise DVDs
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When exercising at home, you want to use a DVD that provides you with a good workout. Exercise DVDs allow you to work out at home while following different types of routines. DVDs may feature routines such as cardio, weightlifting, Pilates and yoga. If you have any type of medical condition, you should consult your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.

Pilates for Men

Pilates for Men was ranked as one of the top seven best workout DVDs for men on AskMen.com. This DVD is 85 minutes long and features both beginner and intermediate workout sessions. Benefits of using this DVD include improved strength, muscle tone and flexibility. The only equipment required for these exercises is a mat.

Fat Burning Kickboxing Workout for Dummies

Fat Burning Kickboxing Workout for Dummies is a high calorie--burning exercise DVD and was named as one of the ten best workout DVDs by Fitness Magazine. On average, you'll burn approximately 700 calories while using this DVD. It is hosted by Keli Roberts, a fitness instructor with more than 17 years of experience. This DVD is 56 minutes long and features a warmup, three fat-burning segments and a cool-down phase. Moves you perform include various kicks, punches, jabs and shuffles. You do not need any equipment for these exercises.

Physique 57: Express 30 Minute Full Body Workout

Physique 57: Express 30 Minute Full Body Workout was named the top exercise DVD by RealSimple.com. It is produced by the popular Physique 57 exercise studio in New York City. In 30 minutes, you give all muscle groups a complete workout. The only equipment required is an exercise ball and a chair. If you have more time, a 60-minute DVD is also available.

Mark Blanchard's Progressive Power Yoga--The Sedona Experience

Fitness Magazine named Mark Blanchard's Progressive Power Yoga--The Sedona Experience the best choice for advanced yoga. Poses performed during the routines are challenging but they give your muscles an excellent workout. The five-disc set includes routines that range from 48 to 98 minutes and you can burn 350 to 720 calories per workout.

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Article reviewed by SaraEgan Last updated on: May 18, 2010

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