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WALK AWAY THE POUNDS
Description: Fitness expert Leslie Sansone designed Walk Away The Pounds for people searching for a low impact way to a healthy lifestyle.
Reviews (51):
 Easy to Follow
Reviewer: Anonymous 05-30-2004
This is a great workout & it is easy to follow. When you start, it doesn't feel like you are really doing anything, but soon I'm sweating.
Great for Beginners
Reviewer: Anonymous 08-12-2003
I am truly a beginner & have been frustrated by many tapes that claim to be for beginners. Most I could not do, however this one is really for beginners.
 Too Much Talk
Reviewer: Anonymous 01-21-2003
I love this workout but the chattiness gets on my nerves.
Even better all-in-one
Reviewer: "suzileigh" Chase City, VA 08-05-2005
I had the tapes of this exact same set, but when I got married and moved in with my husband, we acquired a DVD player, and the VHS was out. It's SO nice having all three "tapes" on one DVD so you can choose whichever one you want. My dvd pretty much stays in the player, and it is so much fun! I love using the weights while walking.
Do not Pooh Pooh this workout!
Reviewer: Ellen Wenz "emw314" Valley Stream, Long Island 09-09-2005
At first I was like "yawn" yea- walk and work out!
Well- this tape kicked my tushy! WOW!
Leslie Sansone does some workout with these CD's- this one was a challenge and it does up to 4 miles ( which I had NOT accomplished yet!)
This is great for any day- all types of weather, it is perfect.
I would recommend this to anyone who just doesn't really want
Leslie Sansone Super Challenge-Walk Away The Pounds
Reviewer: Sabrina Halifax, NS 09-08-2005
I really like this work out. It does not seem that it takes an hour to do. I feel like I am getting a really good workout. I try to do her 3 mile walks 2-3 times a week and this one 1-2 times a week. I have a problem with my knees and do not have a problem with these workouts. I recommended them to my family and friends and they are now Leslie Sansane addicts as well. Enjoy!
Pooh's review
Reviewer: Sabrina Pensacola 09-06-2005
I like Leslie's workouts. I like the fact that this is 4 miles, but I like her WATP 2 pak DVD whick has a 1, 2 and 3 mile walk in the set. The 2 pak uses weights. This 4 mile walk does not use weights. All in all, good purchase to have to change your routine.
Wonderful Sweat-Inducing Workout!
Reviewer: Sabrina 09-02-2005
Great music, and you do not lose the pace when the music switches if you just keep doing what you're doing! It'll make you really sweat if you follow Carol. Leslie talks a lot, so she's not really working that hard. PICK YOUR FEET UP! Get her book and read about how she wants you to exercise. You have to want to walk hard -- this isn't treadmill walking!! This was the first one I ever got and I made it through the first time but couldn't work very hard. Now I'm doing it holding one pound weights. This will improve your cardio and help you lose weight if you do what she says, and "PICK UP THOSE FEET!" So far I'm down 10 pounds.
not enough of a workout
Reviewer: Kirsteen Maclean Memphis, TN USA 08-23-2005
I bought the DVD based on other customer reviews and was very disappointed. Following the birth of my daughter, I had gained an extra 50Ibs and would describe myself as extremely unfit. I was able to do the complete 4 miles relatively easily without building much a sweat....and believe me I was pushing myself. I think the excercise program would only be ok if combined with other regimens....I did a 3 mile run afterwards since I was on an exercise "high"....now that built up alot of sweat....save your money and walk round the block!!!
Interesting, and challenging
Reviewer: M. Barth Alexandria, VA 08-18-2005
I just bought this, and althought you get a good workout. It seems that she woke up and decided to film this. The cues are not the best, and she seems to be making up the combinations as she goes on. There didn't seem to be any organization to this workout, and when the music changes there is silence which seems like a minute, so you lose that pace. But you will work up a good sweat. The Walk Away the Pounds are better, as well as the Abs workout.
 4 Mile Walk-Leslie Sansone
Reviewer: M. Townsend Lawrenceville, GA 08-15-2005
I enjoy the Walk Away the Pounds workouts. I wasn't sure if I would enjoy the 4 mile tape due to the length but the time flies by. I also enjoy it because I can burn more calories in my home!
Great workout!
Reviewer: S. Hanson 08-12-2005
I love this workout. Leslie Sansone is very upbeat, and so are the other walk leaders in the workout. The pace is extremely brisk - including warm-up and cool-down, the entire four miles only takes 60 minutes. I'm very un-coordinated, so I really appreciate this good aerobic workout that doesn't require complicated moves but still has me sweating buckets.
Surprisingly Effective Workout!
Reviewer: FitGirlA-TX Austin, TX USA 08-03-2005
I am a competitive athlete, and I wanted to add a new video to my home workout library to help me train for my upcoming fitness competitions. I like to use videos as a way of adding variety to my cardiovascular training, but they must be aggressive and intense. The only home videos that have lived up to the intensity challenge for me are those by Cathe Frederich and Billy Blanks. I also do some Bosu training for stability and balance work (great!), as well as pilates for flexibility. I thought that I was taking a risk with WATP, as I thought it would be too easy. However, I know that jogging/walking is a great form of exercise, and one that I don't practice nearly enough. I was hoping this tape would give me the motivation and courage to improve my jogging/running endurance and technique.
Let me tell you that I am very pleasantly surprised with this series!! I made a few modifications to increase the workout intensity a bit (such as jogging, adding hand weights, and jumping jacks). I was proud of my ability to keep up with Leslie. Even without modifications, the workout is extremely effective. I liked the way the video was filmed, and the fact that they used background exercises of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. The only reason I didn't give this video 5 stars is because I found Leslie to be annoying at times, but she did a great job of keeping the pace moving. I'm looking forward to doing this workout again!!
I also have the Super Fat Burning 3-Mile workout, which I have yet to try. I am glad that I purchased WATP. I am now a firm believer in the product and the principle! Hats off to Leslie Sansone and WATP!!!!!
Great Walk Work-Out
Reviewer: J. Todd 08-02-2005
This is an excellent work out for someone who doesn't like to work out. If you do all four miles it's over in one hour. You get a little bit of everything without getting down on the floor. It's GREAT!
Super Challenge!
Reviewer: J. Todd RI 08-01-2005
I recently purchased this Super Challenge from Leslie Sansone, and I personally think it is great! It's high energy, upbeat and FUN! I like Leslie! I tend to lose interest in exercise videos very quickly, but I find with the Walk Away the Pounds DVD's i'm never bored and it has kept my interest! I did gymnastics as a child and I find as I get older I can feel the pain in my joints from years of abuse! This workout is gentle enough on my joints while giving you a great workout! I truly find Leslie an inspiration and she's always encouraging you! Thanks Leslie!!
Great Workout
Reviewer: Susan Mckey San Bernardino, CA 07-29-2005
I have several Leslie Sansone tapes and this is by far the hardest workout. The fast pace is great. I highly recommend this DVD for anyone who is seeking an aggressive workout. This is not for beginning walkers.
Also for pregnancy fitness!
Reviewer: fit preggy 07-07-2005
This was my first walking program from Leslie. I started it while I was pregnant and used it up to the 9th month. Since I always exercised a lot, I needed something that would be challening enough but not too hard for my pregnancy. For that purpose the program was perfect! It is also very convenient since one doesn't have to go outside and is hence independent of weather and gym hours! I also travel with it and can use in every hotel room. In short, I highly recommend it!
The Perfect Workout
Reviewer: Anonymous 06-21-2005
Leslie Sansome is a wonderfully optimistic walk leader and I highly recommend this video to everyone who has already mastered her 3 mile walk. Leslie keeps it fun and interesting, and I especially love the way she transitions from one movement to the next, there are never any surprises. She makes it super easy for anyone to follow along and keep up with the pace. I love her positive attitude. This video is a great workout and your body feels GREAT afterwards! Definately worth the buy!
Too much talk
Reviewer: K. Conrad Eagan, MN 06-19-2005
While the workout is great, after walking with the video just two times I had to turn the sound off. L. Sansone NEVER stops talking for the entire hour. I wish she'd do a walking workout where she simply introduced the steps, and then just did them --without the running monologue. I now either listen to the news on the radio, or just enjoy the quiet of my home, while I walk along with the video.
The Best work out ever!!!
Reviewer: Y. Lopez Bronx, NY 06-16-2005
I own some of the WATP Dvd, and this is the best, it is really a challenge, it gets my Heart rate higher than 80% of the Maximum, it is great, I lost 20 pounds since I start with this set of DVD, and I am not counting calories, just reducing the amount of food I eat and limiting the fat, and of course, no sugar at all. I RECOMEND THSI DVD, IT IS THE BEST WORK OUT EVER!!!
By Far One of The Best
Reviewer: Y. Lopez Union Gap, WA USA 05-29-2005
I am continuing on my quest to build my Leslie Sansone video library and this is one of the best. The music is great, the studio is great, the walkers are great, the routine is great....and Leslie shines like a star. No matter how many times I use the 4 mile routine, I never get bored. Super challenge? Yes! So walkers get your copy today and start walking!
Great Workout
Reviewer: Y. Lopez Augusta, GA USA 05-24-2005
I started with Leslies 1,2, and 3 mile videos. When I first started the one mile made me feel like I'd really had a workout!! I was 195 lbs. then. After a few months I had worked up to the 3 mile, and loved it. Now, at 150 lbs. I ordered Leslies 4 mile video. I think it's great. The miles go by so fast, and you feel great afterwards. Here's a tip: the music on all of the videos isn't that great, and can get annoying after you've watched them 100 times. Put on a great techno, or high beat elecronica c.d., and turn down the volume on you t.v. It makes for a great workout. The 4 mile doesn't use any weights like the others do, but you can add weights to her arm exercises on your own to add a little "umph" to the workout. For anyone who has asthma (as I do) or has a hard time with arobics, this is a GREAT place to start. It's addictive, and if you can make yourself do it everyday for 2 weeks, it becomes a habit after that. I highly recommend these videos. Hope this helps!!
 Not much of an aerobic workout for me!
Reviewer: eponine Boston, MA 05-18-2005
I'm a bit surprised by all the 5-star reviews here because this video just did not give me an aerobic workout. I'd consider myself an intermediate level exerciser (I usually work out to Cathe or Beachbody videos) and I bought this video because I thought it would be a good video for a "light" day. I always wear a heart-rate monitor during my workouts and, when I used this video, I was always way below my aerobic zone, even when I used weights and did exaggerated movements. So my advice is to only buy this video if you're a beginner; intermediate and advanced exercisers will probably want something more intense.
You oughta see my thighs!
Reviewer: M. Ruppel St. Louis 05-10-2005
This video is great. My husband and I do the entire 4 miles and it's a challenge, yes, but nothing you can't handle.
My thighs are CUT now since I've been doing this. I find myself walking slowly past the mirror when I have shorts on just to see the indentations and muscle lines. I can't help but stare at my legs because they look wonderful. I think it's because when Leslie tells you to "sit down in it" when you do the side steps and kick backs I do -- religiously.
Speaking of religion, for those who are complaining about her referring to lifting your arms up to heaven....get over it. Just as you have a right *not* to want to listen when the Lord is mentioned or hinted at, I have a right *to* hear His name and reflect on how much He is loved by many.
Get this video. You won't be disappointed. Very uplifting and man....THESE GORGEOUS THIGHS!
Good Workout for All
Reviewer: M. Ruppel Reynoldsburg, Ohio United States 04-24-2005
I am in shape and outdoor hicking is one of my favorite activities. Although I regularly do aerobics I decided to give this a try because I need something low impact, calorie burning so that I can lose the last 5 baby pounds, and that I can do at home while caring for my children. This has fit in beautifully. I wondered at first whether it would even work up a sweat - well it does. I started with the four mile walk because a couple of miles are just a relaxing walk to me. Well, I have to admit that it took me 4 tries before I finally completed the entire 4 miles on this DVD. It really does provide a good workout and it can be done by anyone. Although I am fit I can see how someone with even limited motion could do this DVD. The only downfall is that some of Leslie's talk is a bit annoying (does she really need to tell us the ages and grandparent status of so many of her walkers) and the forced chuckles at times are too much. But that is easily ignored. I found this to be one of my favorite routines.
Love this, when I have an extra hour!
Reviewer: M. Ruppel United States 04-11-2005
This is a 58 minute workout. (The 3 mile walk is 48 minutes, might as well do the 4 mile!) I love to do it in the mornings before work, helps me feel energized all day. It goes by in a flash, too. Of all the express videos, this is my favorite. If you're just starting out, I'd recommend working your way up to this one. But if you've been walking or otherwise exercising for a while, this is a great video to boost you!
The BEST Leslie video to date
Reviewer: M. Ruppel MI 03-30-2005
This is my favorite Leslie Sansone video. As a matter of fact, I sold the other Leslie videos I owned when I bought this one. Tt is just that good. The cardio is great and there is enough variety to keep it interesting. The walker can increase the intensity by flexing the muscles harder during the exercises. I can rarely work up a sweat doing cardio and this one gets me everytime. There are no belts or weights or other gimmics just good cardio. To note, the kicks are a bit fast to do correctly to prevent knee stress (ie: raise thigh then extend calf). I found it less stressful on the knees to point my toe when I kick. That takes the stress off the knee and shapes the calf and still allows me to keep up the pace.
 extremely boring!
Reviewer: Natasha Canada, Toronto 03-21-2005
I consider myself being in a good shape, not great, just good. I do not work out on a regular basis, and I am 35 years old. I couldn't finish this workout, I did only 3 miles: it was just extremely boring! You just literally walk 4 miles raising arms and doing some slight variations of walking movement from time to time. Even completely unfit people could have a bit more variety and complexity of movements.
Great for ex-joggers
Reviewer: L. Justiss Dallas, Texas 03-17-2005
So far this is my favorite Leslie workout because it is strictly cardio (no weights or other equipment needed), and she does such a good job of varying the routine, that the hour goes by very quickly. Like many over-50 people, I had to stop running because of knee problems and osteoarthritis. I discovered Leslie Sansone after 7 years of working out on an elliptical cross-trainer. Now exercise is fun again, and I look forward to this high energy hour with Leslie and her "girls" (plus one 72 year old gentleman!).
The 1st mile goes at a moderate pace, with miles 2 and 3 being the peak pace of the workout. If I'm feeling energetic, sometimes I jog gently, rather than power walk, to the music, but you can easily do the entire workout with low impact moves. Mile 4 is somewhat slower, leading to the cooldown. Thus if you don't have a whole hour, you can just do the 1st 3 miles and skip to the cooldown at the end. I was in good aerobic condition when I purchased this DVD, but I am soaked with sweat when I do the whole 4 miles. If you miss the "endorphin burn" from running, give this one a try. An aside for other over-50 folks: my favorite walker on this DVD is 55 year old Carol - an elegant redhead who lost 60 pounds! Carol, you are an inspiration!
Walk your way to health and fitness!
Reviewer: Lee Mellott Frederick, Maryland 03-09-2005
This is one of Leslie's best DVD's. A 4 mile walk that will get you going! The walk starts out fairly briskly right from the start and then builds to an even faster pace.
Leslie is accompanied by a large group of exercisers, with an age range of 20 to 72 proving this is a great workout for any age. The exercisers wear simple black workout gear with white trim at the waist, all black for Leslie (lucky her as the white trim is very unflattering). The walk is in a studio with faux brickwork in the background and the words "Walk Away The Pounds Express" written on the brickwork.
The walk is the basic simple to follow typical Leslie fare. Sidesteps, marches, leglifts etc. She also adds in some hands over head and other hand movements to pump up the pace. A meter at the bottom and Leslie let you know when you have completed each mile.
The biggest drawback with the workout is that Goodtimes was too cheap to chapter the DVD. So you can't easily jump from mile 1 to mile 2, 3 or 4. For the price they are charging they could easily have chaptered it.
Overall though the workout is quicker paced and longer than Leslie's other walks and a good one to get when you are ready to pump up the pace!
Great Workout!
Reviewer: QueenBean84 Naugatuck, CT United States 03-07-2005
I have used the 1-, 2- and 3-mile workout. I wanted something to kick it up a notch. This workout fits the bill! It is definately challenging. You work up quite a sweat doing this one. The only thing that gets annoying is her constant chattering. Leslie, STOP TALKING!
This is the one I always come back to!
Reviewer: QueenBean84 Hoover, AL United States 02-27-2005
Though this is a long one, I do it as part of a several work out rotation at least once a week. The mileage graph seems slow at the beginning, but once you get passed the first mile, it seems to move more quickly. It is one good work out!
WATP 4M Works for Me!
Reviewer: daughterofdadust Cambridge, MA 02-26-2005
I have been using the Walk Away the Pounds Express, 4 Mile walk for exactly three weeks now. I do the workout every morning Monday through Friday. I'm 26 and my fitness level is such that I can get through the Taebo II Advanced workouts without hyperventilating. However, I was concerned about my knees from all the kicks and squats in Taebo. I also don't like going to the gym, esp. living in frigid-cold Boston. I decided to give the WATP 4M a try.
At first I was concerned that it would be so low impact that it would not really benefit me much. But after the first time I did it, I knew that it was not a walk in the park. I felt so buzzed and energized that day.
Having done it for three weeks, I am now beginning to see my body becoming more toned and tight. I keep looking in the mirror at myself. Also, my muscles have been slightly sore, so I know it is working!
The workout consists of lots of walking in place, some front kicks, side steps, a grapevine, knee lifts, and leg curls. There is also a little upper body work (lifting your hands above your head and such). While doing it my breathing gets a heavy at times, but I can't say that I work up a tremendous sweat (esp. not as much as a Taebo workout). Because it is so easy to do though and doesn't kill me everytime I do it, I have been able to wake up in the morning and do it consistently. Whereas with other videos that were much more strenuous, I would skip days because I just didn't want to go through that pain. In the long-run because it is something I can do consistently, I know I am getting better health benefits.
WATP 4M has helped my mood stay elevated, it has firmed me up, it keeps me from getting tired in the middle of the day, I sleep more restfully at night, I think more clearly, my endurance has strengthened, and it helps my self-image because I know I am doing the best I can to take care of my body. I have noticed a drastic difference in all these things since I started doing it every morning.
I find 10% of what Leslie says during the workout to be annoying. I find the other 90% of what she says to be motivational.
I highly recommend WATP 4M to someone who wants to begin incorporating exercise into their lifestyle. This is definitely that kind of video. While not the most strenuous exercise video out there, it is something you can stick to doing.
Money-wise, I'm not sure why someone would buy the 1 mile, 2 mile, and 3 mile walks. Why not just get the 4 mile walk and work up to as many miles as you want to do? But hey, that's just me.
leslie videos are super for all!
Reviewer: D. Goodwin memphis, tn 02-22-2005
i have several leslie sansone videos and have been rotating them all and using an eliptical trainer for over three years now. i am not an athlete at all, never have been. these videos are a great way to build endurance and lose weight. i have two small children, so sometimes i don't exercise until 10 at night. pop in a tape, and you have no excuses as to why you can't work out for even 30 minutes. also, leslie is very encouraging, but i usually listen to my own music. just turn the tv volume down and have the cd player on a low volume.
Once you walk 4 miles with Leslie you won't stop walking!
Reviewer: cassidrm 02-20-2005
This Leslie video is excellent! As all her videos are. One thing I like about this video the best is that it does have any of the extras like the stretchie you will use in the first two miles. But, that doesn't mean it is any easier. It is a wonderful workout and you will still sweat. You will feel wonderful once you finish her walks and she is highly motivating--so much motivating that sometimes she annoys you in a good way. Such as a parent might annoy one that is Leslie. She also does easy basic steps that anyone any age can do. And the music is super great in this workout! I find the new express sets are a great addition to my huge Leslie collection. I encourage anyone who has mastered the basic and intermediate walks to join in on the fun of a 4 mile walk and the best part you are done in a quick hour. It goes really fast and you will be like wow I can't believe I just walked four miles in only and hour and it was FUN! Check these videos out if you have problems with sticking to a workout because of difficulty as these are a no excuse workout.
I LOVED THIS workout!
Reviewer: C. Christopher Oakland, ca United States 02-18-2005
I did the 4 mile walk this morning and it's by far my most FAVORITE workout of all! I love the music, the cueing and of course Leslie! She walks you through all the workouts and there are some new moves in there as well. I love how you can see the miles that you have accomplished on the tv screen. There are arm raises, side to side walks, squats just everything to get your heart pumping and body sweating! She is also very motivational and lets you know that you are sooo worth it!
I have 1, 2, 3 and this 4 mile walk and I have various dvd's from The Firm to spinning. Due to a back injury I am taking it easy with my back and this was the perfect workout for me! There is no jumping, NO steps, NO movements that are akward or TOO ADVANCED! Just basic steps that will keep your heart going! She's tough too in this workout so if your ready? Then Leslie will keep you motivated and will definately keep you FIT!!
Fun and effective workout!
Reviewer: Fit Mom Pacific Northwest 02-10-2005
I love the Express 4-Mile Super Challenge! This is my favorite Leslie Sansone workout. The music is upbeat and energizing, as are the walkers. I know some people find Leslie's chatter annoying, but for me, she's a friendly, cheerful, super motivator - like exercising with a friend.
I started with Leslie's Get Up And Get Started & High Calorie Burn 1 and 2 Mile workouts, then moved up to the 3-Mile Super Fat Burning workout. I rarely use the 1 and 2 Mile workouts anymore; I rotate the 4-Mile Super Challenge with the 3-Mile and also the Power Series Walk & Jog (good interval training).
This workout does not incorporate the use of weights, but once you know the moves for hand weights with Leslie's programs, it's easy enough to add them in. I usually add weights for the first and fourth miles, and skip using weights for the very fast-paced second and third miles.
I was already a regular exerciser and quite fit when I bought the 4-Mile Super Challenge, but still find it a good challenge. My heart rate gets raised to my target range, I sweat a good deal, and those knee lifts are excellent for the rear end!
I have recommended this workout to many of my friends and family. My mother-in-law does it regularly now too, along with the Walk & Jog.
Love this 4 mile walk!
Reviewer: Mommyof1 Toledo, Oh United States 02-05-2005
I have been doing Leslie's workouts for a year now. Most of that time I did the 2 mile walk and about 3 months ago or so started the 3 mile. I really liked the 3 mile, but decided that I needed to change it up a little because it wasn't challenging anymore. So I ordered this DVD and it is fantastic!!! Love the music in this one, it really makes you want to move. She does talk a little much, but I just try to concentrate on the music. Although, she is a very motivating person and really makes you want to work and get healthy. Another thing I like about this video is to see someone sweat! In the other ones that I have not one person drops a bead of sweat, they don't even shine a little bit and in this one someone is sweating. Makes me feel like I'm not alone as I'm sweating like crazy. :) This video along with her Walk and Kick, Pilates and her Walkblaster really gives variety and I'm so thankful to have found her videos!!! Thank you Leslie Sansone!
The BEST walk at home!
Reviewer: Walk Fan Pittsburgh PA 01-29-2005
This is one of Leslie's best walking workouts! 4 miles of fun!
You get a great workout! You can stop at 1, 2, or 3 miles! I love it and use it every weekend!
Feel healthier and motivated to move!
Reviewer: Abby "Abby" New York, NY 01-08-2005
I bought the 4 Mile Super Challenge after doing the Walk Away the Pounds express-Walk Strong video. I like this video because it does not require any equipment. You also do not need a whole lot of space to do it, although you will move continuously through out the tape. Leslie shows you the four basic moves that you will do in the video during the warm up at the beginning. I found the upbeat, techno like music very energizing. I am in my 20's and was looking for a way to start exercising, because I really never have had a routine. I really felt encourgaged by all the people in the video who are much older and doing all the moves with me.
A lot of reviewers will tell you that Leslie talks a lot and they find it annoying, but I like it. It makes the tape go by faster and lets you know shes a real person. She also has a great message in this video, "Think positive, What's tomorrow to bring?" and " You are so smart for taking care of your body. Im so proud of you." For me, these words were very powerful and kept me going until the end of the tape. It really sent a message that I thought about even after the tape- just reminding me that I really should be taking care of myself, no matter what my age. Leslie is very sweet and bubbly and she smiles and encourages you through out the tape. If you are not a beginner and consider yourself more advanced, you can still get a great work out from this tape by sitting lower during some of the movements or kicking higher during the kicks.
Leslie really makes you want to exercise, and get up and move. I found it very encouraging as a beginner who never really had an exercise routine. I like that she talks to you during the tape because it really feels like she is talking directly to you. And she is so positive- I give this 5 stars.
I Love Leslie
Reviewer: Deb 01-07-2005
Anything that Leslie Sansone does is amazing! This is the prime of prime! You feel this one, but you also feel totally energized when it's done. Leslie, keep them coming!
Her best yet--but less talk--PLEASE!
Reviewer: Deb Louisville, Kentucky 01-05-2005
I have most all of the Walk Away the Pounds tapes including the 'You Can Do' Yoga, Pilates and Abs. The Express is awesome. I am pretty fit and this offers a bit of a challenge. I wear wrist weights while doing it to increase the challenge.
I would have rated it five stars, but Leslie talks to the point of annoyance. I hope someone on her team reads these because she needs to talk less. She is sweet, but, come on.
Great Workout! Easy To Follow....,
Reviewer: S. Talley Henderson,NC USA 12-30-2004
I gave Leslie Video Tape 5 stars because her tape is very easy to follow as well to learn.Let me tell you....When I first got this tape It was quit a challenge to do but now I am some-what like a pro doing it.LOL... However, I would recommended Leslie Sansone-Walk Away The Pounds Express-Super Challenge to anyone of age to build endurances and to lose weight--calories.
DVD Disappointing; Workout Still Great
Reviewer: S. Talley PA 12-07-2004
I got this DVD prepared for the annoying chit chat. I was expecting the silly laugh and the nonsense discussion. I was expecting a challenging workout, and this has certainly been that. It is challenging! One reviewer said it didn't bring up her heart rate? That's a mystery to me unless she's already an aerobic powerhouse and should be doing her own videos. LOL
This is kind of challenging for those of us with less coordination - it requires the ability to walk and chew gum, in a way...doing backward kicks and arm lifts at the same time - that's a challenge for me, a natural clutz. But my heart was pumping and I was sweating before the 2nd mile. You do require more free space for movement with this workout than with the other one I have, the Three Mile Ab workout. You are taking two to three steps forward, sideways and backwards on this one, whereas with the Ab workout, you only need about two steps on each side of you and space in front of you for kicks. If you have very limited space to workout, this one may frustrate you - I recommend the Three Mile Ab workout for that.
The only thing I am upset with is the format of the DVD. I bought the DVD because I didn't want to have to fast forward to the spot I wanted - I wanted to have a menu or something...to be able to skip to the cool down if I wanted to finish before the end of the workout. Nope, still have to fast forward! No menu!! DVD in my opinion is nothing but a compact video tape. LOL...it is less bulky than the VHS, but I wanted the convenience of chapter selections.
Incidentally, the Three Mile Ab workout DVD, unfortunately, is the same way.
Anyway, the cruddy DVD format is why I gave 4 stars instead of 5. If storage space isn't an issue, there is no difference between the DVD and VHS. :(
Great SIGNALS!,
Reviewer: S. Talley Jax, Fl 12-03-2004
First let me say that I thought that I was in good shape. I have good muscle tone but, about 30 pounds to lose to meet my Goal weight of 145 pounds. I have been walking and doing other workout videos (Such as Crunch: Turbo Sculpt) but, when I did this video, I actually had a hard time keeping up!! It was great! I have been searching for a good aerobic workout that wasn't salsa or some other dance. I'm very uncoordinated. I'm lucky I can walk and chew bubble gum without falling!
Let me include some things that other people didn't. When I was looking at the reviews, I wanted to know more about what the video itself included. I didn't realize there was a video that was simply walking in place. It's perfect for my needs as an at home mom of two babies.
Leslie gives great signals when you're going to switch to something new, and she tells you what it is you are switching to. The video does NOT include difficult steps, I thought that was great. This is so easy to follow. The four main steps of the video are side steps; hamstring lifts; front kicks; and knee lifts. You power walking place a lot. This might SOUND very annoying and repetitive but, the time flies by. I was sweating profusely! I couldn't believe it.
I
noticed other people saying that they didn't like Leslie's voice. I found her to be motivating and very energetic. I am a big Denise Austin fan because of that too. They both want you to GET HEALTHY, and they seem genuine in that.
You don't need any extra equipment. I loved this video because of that. Now, I do recommend you do a strength training video with this one, as it is NOT a strength training workout. You are simply moving to lose FAT. The Crunch: Turbo Sculpt video I am doing is a strength training, muscle building, workout. So, I needed something that would help me get LEAN. I don't want to be a firm 14 I want to be a firm 10! :) I hope my review helps you. I really do love this video and am contemplating getting the three pack of the 1 through 3 mile.
Really, the only "problem" I had with the video was that she said the word "NICE" a lot and her laugh is kind of annoying. But, her words were motivating and helped the video go by FASTER! It was TRULY motivating to find out that one of the ladies was 52 years old and lost 60 pounds!!! I saw tears in her eyes! I was about to cry with her~ Keep moving and never give up on your goal!!!
She's great! I loved it!
Reviewer: C. Nicholson Alliance, NE USA 12-01-2004
I just did this walk last night for the first time. I loved it. It went by really fast. Before I knew it, I had completed the four miles. I feel that Leslie is upbeat and very encouraging. It was a lot of fun to do and very easy to follow. The steps are not complicated like some home video exercise programs. I definately worked up a sweat by the middle of the second mile and my heart rate was high, however I feel that it wasn't too much. Overall, an excellent excercise video. I would highly recommend.
Thank you Leslie
Reviewer: Affan Kermani "Affan" Delaware, USA 10-15-2004
My wife got the whole set of walk away the pounds 2 years ago, I loved it, the 4 miles works best for me. It is a really energizing workout. Its simple to do and does not need much other than a DVD player and TV. Good for really anyone......one can easily incorporate small adjustments to the workout, I suffered from Polio as an infant and have significant handicap and it works for me. God Bless Leslie.
Incredibly Easy, But You Will Sweat..
Reviewer: natalie chicago 10-13-2004
This is great! I gained 10 lbs in two months since working at an office and it's starting to get cold outside.
I won't allow myself any excuses for not exercising and now that I have this DVD, it's hard to turn away from it.
Great for anyone who has never worked out before. Not intimidating or complicated.
Great for anyone who is active and wants to mix things up.
I love it because it gets me moving and it helps to start my day off right. I alternate between this and yoga and I feel very healthy. I've always been active-i.e. running, yoga, pilates and I will be honest and say that I'm not sweating buckets (although, I am glistening;). I'm not a big believer in "no pain, no gain", so this is perfect.
Only complaints--steps can be repetitive (what you'd expect from a walk workout) and her voice--rather do without (*mute). All in all, I highly suggest this to anyone.
One of her best
Reviewer: martini lover Florida 10-01-2004
I have exercised to several of Leslie's videos and I think this one ranks as one of her best. Yes, she still talks too much for my personal taste BUT the music has definitely improved along with the variation of moves. You will feel invigorated and satisfied when it's over. Enjoy!
Ignore the current criticism! Its a GREAT video!
Reviewer: David F. Pocai "rpocai" DFW area, Tx 09-16-2004
I did my 4 mile walk video today. It was very similar to the 2 Mile Walk except there were a few new faces, there was less arm movements (easily fixed by adding some), more banter with the perticipiants in the video, everyone wore similar outfits, the background was "tougher" in appearance, and the music beat slowley progressed to a faster pace than in the 2 Mile video. Thankfully the last mile in the 4 Mile slowed down or I would not have been able to finish the video!
It was extreemly easy to follow and she only incorporates the grapevine steps once near the end.
I don't understand what all the annoyed reviews about Leslie's refrences to God and Heaven was about! She did not come off as overly or offensivly religious to me. She was her usualy gragarious self! I also found the music to be very apropriate. Just don't turn it up too loud and you will not notice the lyrics refer to walking and exercising.
The only criticism I have for the video is I did not like Leslie's hair, and they did not show mph on the meter when it popped up at each mile mark.
I WAS SMILING THROUGH THE WHOLE WORKOUT!
Reviewer: the_insane_insomniac Houston, TX USA 09-01-2004
I'm very familiar with Leslie's other WATP videos and own many of them. This is my new favorite!
I love that this one doesn't use any weights or other props because I can take it out of town with me and easily watch it on my laptop and exercise in a hotel room or when visiting relatives.
I love that Leslie and all of the participants are super upbeat throughout. Her encouraging words are definitely what a person wants to hear when exercising.
The music is great. I don't know what other posters are complaining about. It's varied and appropriate. Besides, after you've done Leslie's workout several times, you can turn down the sound and play a CD of your favorite dance tunes instead. All exercise music gets boring after hearing it over and over.
I would recommend rotating this one with Leslie's other workouts that include the weights or any other workout that uses weights for toning. Variety is the spice of life and choosing to do the very same workout every day is a recipe for disaster. Rotate! This one would be a great one to do twice per week and do a different one once or twice a week.
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