The South Beach Diet Super Charged Workout | 
| Actors: Dr. Arthur Agatston, Dr. Joseph Signorile, Kris Belding
Studio: Koch Vision
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Rating:  16 reviews
Sales Rank: 620
Format: Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 66 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: KOC-DV6533
UPC: 741952653394
EAN: 0741952653394
ASIN: B0013527HK
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: May 13, 2008
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Product Description
Lose weight faster with a unique metabolism-revving exercise program! Five years ago renowned Miami cardiologist Dr. Arthur Agatston set out to change the way America eats with The South Beach Diet. Now Dr. Agatston wants to change the way America lives by helping Americans become fitter as well as thinner and healthier...for life! He's designed a new exercise program that is based on the latest exercise science combining functional (core) fitness and cardiovascular (interval) exercise. The workout is designed to rev up the metabolism - and burn more fat and calories - even at rest. System Requirements:Running Time: 65 minsFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS/EXERCISE UPC: 741952653394 Manufacturer No: KOC-DV6533
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 Good basic program but with some significant flaws May 25, 2008
Marc L. Paulsen (Newport Beach, CA)
31 out of 34 found this review helpful
A while back "Consumer Reports" did a review of the diets and one of the criticisms they had of the "South Beach Diet" was that it failed to include enough emphasis on exercise. Perhaps this is the reason that Dr. A has decided to add some workout routines to his program. In any case, it certainly is good to see it included in the current version of "The South Beach Diet, Supercharged" as well as this new workout DVD. Unfortunately, I have some serious problems with the current version of the workout program.
First the good. I like that there is a substantial portion of the DVD devoted to core strengthening, some flexibility routines and a very good stretch program at the end of the cardio segment. My real problem though comes with the design of the Cardio segment which begins the entire program if you follow it start-to-finish (or instead used separately on alternate days). If you follow the entire program or begin with the Cardio segment the first exercise you'll be instructed to follow is a jog-in-place exercise as the opening warm-up. There is no opening stretch routine, instruction on proper breathing or less traumatic warm-up routine. So without these openers we are taken directly into jogging, which in my opinion, is not appropriate as a warm-up. In fact, it's not until the very end of the cardio program that we have any stretching whatsoever. If Dr. A elects to redo the program I might suggest starting with some basic stretching and following with a variation of his cool-down series as the warm-up routine.
The other thing that really bothers me is that there are no real instructions on proper breathing and techniques to use for pacing yourself. At various times the instructor does mention that you should be able to carry out a conversation but fails to really give an adequate explanation of the logic. In fact the instructor herself seems to be struggling with her breathing the entire time she is conducting the cardio portion of the program.
I think it's nice that they provide a model who is supposed to be demonstrating the way a beginner might follow the routines but the modifications seemed more suitable for an intermediate than a beginner or someone who is substantially overweight. This issue is better addressed in the non-cardio portions by the use of chairs, etc as assistive devices.
Lastly, and this is just a personal impression, I really found this particular instructor's constant talking to be annoying. I understand that it's meant to be motivating but I can't imagine being able to tolerate listening to it on a daily basis.
In summary, I think this could be a very good basic program, but in its present design, has some significant flaws.
Marc L. Paulsen
Author, Dump Your Trainer
 A Great Workout May 16, 2008
Qaisirah Ahmad (Bermuda)
25 out of 32 found this review helpful
I just started the SBD five days ago and purchased this dvd to compliment it. I haven't fully tested the dvd, but Phase 1 exercise is great. It was only 15 minutes but boy I definately felt it in my body especially the core region. I'm thinking this is really going to help me transform my body in the long run.
 South Beach Diet is Transformational! May 30, 2008
Gigi R. (NY)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I personally loved this workout. I didn't find it too intense that I couldn't follow it, but I did have to work at keeping up. I personally didn't mind that the warm up was low intensity intervals that have you jogging in place right away as opposed to streching. The cardio segment is only 20 minutes and is divided into low, moderate and high interval with a cool down at the end. With the amount of time, a warm up with streching would have cut into the amount of time you could be burning substantial calories. Not to mention the instructor does give you "recovery" time between the interval exercises when you bring down the pace which I found both refreshing and different. I personally thought the instructor was quite encouraging and motivating. There is a lot of lunges and jumping involved, so if you have weak knees this might be a little stressful for you, however, it is a fun exercise and very doable if you are short on time. I have not tried the other "phase" exercises yet. However, based on the cardio segment alone I give this video 5 stars. I loved it and really am looking forward to using it again and again! The time just flew by for me although I was happy at the end because I did get a good workout! :)
Not an effective work out for those with knee issues June 15, 2008
readqueen (Indianapolis, IN)
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
The basic set up of the workout was fine and I didn't find it too challenging in terms of length or many of the movements. However, I have a knee problem and there were too many squat like movements and ones putting most of the weight on a bent knee. I had to give the dvd to my daughter since it is something I cannot use.
 not so great May 27, 2008
S. Smith
7 out of 12 found this review helpful
Good idea, but not so great video. Way too much jumping and lunging- very bad on the knees. Also has some exercises that are hard on the back. Video is also quite boreing and has an uninteresting, low tech backdrop. Was expecting much better...
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