30 Minutes to Fitness: Shape Up With Kelly Coffey

Two Tabata workouts that alternate challenging cardio drills with dumbbell-enhanced strength training. Both programs offer the option of lighter weights/more reps or heavier weights/fewer reps. Like all Tabata workouts, each exercise is done at maximum intensity for 20 seconds followed by a 10-second “rest” interval — repeated eight times. The aerobic segments include lots of higher-impact jumps and hops (both on and off the step). The toning ranges from simple bench presses and single-arm rows to more diverse “fly/skull-crusher combos” and “double reverse flies” (many of these sections incorporate a step). A high-energy, techno-style soundtrack. Very clear, one-on-one cuing.

Requires 3 to 15 lb. dumbbells.

The 30-Minutes to Fitness Shape Up DVD includes two, 30 minute Tabata-style workouts designed to get you fit quickly. These workouts have a unique twist to the traditional Tabata style workouts. Fitness professional Kelly Coffey-Meyer alternates traditional weight work with straight-forward cardio drills that are truly challenging. This updates format keeps it fresh and effective! You can choose what results you want to achieve by merely selecting the appropriate weights. The dumbbell exercises can be used to increase muscle definition or to improve your overall strength. Heavy or light dumbbells - it's your pick. The cardio drills are what takes these workouts to the next level. Each challenging exercise is performed at 100% and will push you to your aerobic/anaerobic thresholds. These interval workouts will re-shape your physique and burn mega calories as it conditions your body to work harder and more efficiently!