The Best Aerobic Workout DVDs

There are so many great fitness videos on the market today that it can sometimes be difficult to choose one. You can find a workout for almost any genre: dance, kickboxing, yoga, sculpting, and more. Aerobic videos are helpful when you want to lose weight or just get into great shape. Here are some of the best aerobic cardio videos, according to consumer reviews.

Leslie Sansone: 4 Mile Super Challenge

This fast-paced video is great for exercisers of all levels. Leslie is motivating, and her positive attitude is contagious. She talks to the exercisers in her video about goals they have achieved, which is very inspiring. You can choose one mile or do all four. The on-screen meter lets you choose, and Leslie encourages you to stop if needed or to keep going if you have the energy.

Tae Bo Total Transformation Training

Master trainer Billy Blanks is tough but motivating. His drill sergeant attitude combined with his kickboxing moves provides a thorough workout that leaves you feeling incredibly accomplished. Billy teaches you how to increase your level of fitness as you progress. This video equally challenges beginners and advanced exercisers.

Cathe Friedrich’s Cardio Hiit

HIIT stands for high intensity interval training, and that is exactly what you get in Cathe’s high-powered workout. This video is for the more advanced exerciser, so it may not be suitable for beginners. There are three workouts to choose from, and all are about 30 minutes in length. All of the workouts are made up of athletic-style drills. With a no-nonsense instructor like Cathe, this video is efficient and effective.

Petra Kolber: Boot Camp Boogie

This fun video combines two different styles of exercise to create one effective workout. You perform basic athletic boot camp moves along with basic dance moves. The dance moves keep your heart rate up, while the boot camp moves help tone your entire body. Petra is energetic and encouraging and you have fun the whole time.

Dance off the Inches: Hip Hop Party

This fun and exciting workout is great if you are looking to add some variety to your routine. Even if you have no dance experience, this video makes it easy to learn with only 10 simple moves. The program is designed to burn fat and also train your core to give you great definition in your abs. You will enjoy doing this high energy workout, and you will feel great when you are done.

About this Author

Jessica Kucinski has been involved in the fitness community for nearly a decade. She began her career as a personal trainer, and soon entered the health care field, working as an exercise specialist for Healthsouth Physical Therapy. Kucinski has completed her graduate degree and is the current owner/head instructor of Montville Adventure Boot Camp for Women.