10 Minute Solution: Hip Hop Dance Mix

Never Danced Before...
*This is a women's review*

My husband had got this DVD for me after previewing a lot of them on-line. I ended up buying 3 different 10 min solutions ('Hip Hop' w/ Kristin Jacobs, 'Dance It Off & Tone It Up' w/ Jennifer Galardi, and 'Dance Your Body Thin' w/ Andrea Leigh) and that is the order that I like them! Kristin Jacobs is very fun and easy to follow. Unlike other reviews, her moves will eventually be easier for you to do and they will flow together. I've never danced before, so this was new to me- but by the 3rd time I was pretty much following along step for step! The sections are fun, and I actually look forward to dancing- and yes, it is dancing.. unlike the 'Dance Your Body Thin' video which feels more like a step class with some wavy arms added in. Also, while the music isn't my favorite ever- it serves the purpose and is funky and fun. This video is fun, tricky at first, and a great workout!

Also, I am a plus sized woman (over 250lbs)- and I have been...

I love this Hip Hop dance mix, Kristin Jacobs is great!
Since having a baby and not being able to get out to my usual hip hop classes, I decided to buy Kristin Jacobs' Hip Hop Dance Mix and this is the most fun I've had in a long time. She looks amazing, has a great energy and vibe about her and the best part is that I have the option to do as little as 10 min. or as much as an hour of working out, which is great for a first time mom like myself. Her moves are fun and easy to pick up, her cues are right on and I feel like she is so personable, she makes me want to get up off the couch and groove. Can't wait for more videos from her.

Lots of fun, but be careful if you have bad knees.
This is a fun dance workout DVD. A little corny, but some corniness can be a good thing. The choreographies are reasonably easy enough, though you could have some trouble if you aren't familiar with dance. As with any DVD, whether basic aerobics or dance-related, if you have trouble with the choreography, it's best to work with just the footwork patterns and add the arm movements on once you get the hang of it.

The only problem I really had with this DVD is the large amount of knee twists. It's very easy to torque your knee with some of these combos. I found that "Body Re-Mix" and "Cardio Street Heat" were especially rough on my knee joints.

So, in a nutshell, if you enjoy dancing and want to get some cardio, this is a good choice. Just be sure to watch out for your knees!

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