March 08, 2006

By: Maxwell Stone
Website: http://www.1st-in-fitness.com

Do you see most exercise videos as the visual equivalent of a trip to the dentist?

Finally, a truly innovative workout that breaks the standard exercise video mold of one instructor on one stage with one camera focusing on one group of buff “students” all exercising at the same level to canned music. Please. Does anyone really want to watch ¾ much less work out to ¾ that boring formula again?

Karate Aerobics shatters the mold in every way by blending a refreshingly different workout with a comic subplot and MTV-style music that will have you jumping up, trying the moves and laughing at the playful antics that make this video one-of-a-kind. The KA Workout is unique because it was developed by an authentic martial artist and fitness professional who challenges and encourages participants to reach for higher levels of performance with a blend of simple to difficult karate moves expertly combined with low-impact aerobics.

Scenes flash between a crazy living room, a nightclub and a car wash, with a rotating group of real KA students who range in age from 15-68. The rhythm, flow, terrific live music and unexpected laughs will make viewers want to stick with the KA program as they learn and grow with this fascinating video. The KA Workout promises not to bore viewers with shiny tights, thong leotards,and cheesy headbands .

On the separate instructional video, students are guided through proper techniques and taught how to safely kick, block, jab, and punch without causing stress or injury to their joints. On the workout video, KA features experts working out next to beginners, clearly showing everyone how to find the level that currently suits them best, while challenging students to keep practicing until they have mastered the highest level kicks and punch-jab combinations.

The best news? The 47-minute, totally unique KA Workout will help you burn a cool 300-600 calories per session. If that isn’t enough motivation, KA also increases your metabolic rate and is a great stress reducer. Combine these benefits with learning new skills, having lots of laughs and you have the one-and-only, on-fire, kick-a KA Workout.

Diane Feltman’s diverse training and expertise sets this workout apart from all of the rest. Diane holds a black belt in Hwa Rang Do Karate and has been a highly respected martial arts instructor for 12 years. In addition, she has been a fitness instructor and consultant for more than 17 years and has earned the Fitness Leadership Certification from the Institute of Aerobic Research, American Medical Association, and the Personal Training Certification from the American Council on Exercise.

Many videos feature instructors with backgrounds in martial arts or aerobics, but not both, which is why Diane’s expertise makes the KA Workout truly one-of-a-kind. Diane has also been a fitness consultant to the U.S. Navy and has competed internationally in gymnastics. She has a M.A. from Pepperdine University and is President and CEO of Fitness Specialties in Costa Mesa, Calif.

Author Notes:

Maxwell Stone contributes and publishes news editorial to http://www.1st-in-fitness.com.  A source of information and helpful tips on various types of fitness equipment.