Tae-Bo: Basic and Instructional (Tae-Bo: The Ultimate Total Body Workout for Men & Women) [VHS]

Honestly these videos work great and will really help you get in shape.The first VHS, the blue one is just an instructional. You only watch it once, or again if you haven't done your Tae Bo in a long time.The second VHS is the work out. It's about 28 minutes long, eases you in from easy to challenging, and just when you think you can't do any more it ends. It is very engaging and Billy, the lead man, has done a great job selling his production as if he is actually talking to you personally, as well as giving you options to continue the workout but take it a little slower.I did this VHS about 5 days in a row, and by day 3 I felt as if I had been lifting weights at the gym. I saw my legs become more toned and began to see abdominal muscles and its totally crazy because theirs no resistance, just aerobic exercise!I would strongly recommend these VHS to anyone, from someone who has indulged too much and needs to thin up or to a honed athlete who is looking for a small daily challenge.

I bought this vhs originally in 1998 and used it religiously for 7 years, 3 times a week along with jogging, yoga and Pilates. I was in the best shape of my life and in my 40's.i moved on to other billy blanks workouts like "celebrity", "bootcamp" "cardio" etc, (feeding my need for speed), had an injury in 2008, and got quite soft in the core. i have not used the basic tape in years.With injury finally healed (5 years later), i dusted off the vhr player this morning and popped it in and guess what? WHAT A GREAT WORKOUT! it's good cardio for those who haven't worked out in years and a good fat burner tape for those in better shape. not too extreme and not too mild. even the 90's workout music is good on it- a little campy to be honest. back to the basics. one caveat: if you're really into moving fast, this tape is not for you. try the celebrity sculpt (the music is jammin' on that one).

About 6 years ago I was lucky enough to try this same exercise (Instrctional & Original) on VHS. Just recently I have been looking everywhere for this particular DVD and can only find his newer ones. I bought a few and didnt really like them. To many moves and steps. I just wanted a DVD that was basic and gave me a good workout without me having to follow a whole buch of choreography. I LUV THE BASIC! In order for any of Billy Blanks DVDs to work for you, you have to get your whole body involved not just turning your legs and flipping your arms.GOOD LUCK!!

I have to say that Tae Bo is the best workout video there is. I've used before so I know it works. I started working out this week and I have to say I was out of breath, I had to stop the video about 20 times, but I'm still doing it. It gives me energy, you see results right away. I plan to continue doing Tae Bo. It's perfect and it will get me in shape.The video came sooner than I expected great condition like BRAND NEW! Excellent I will buy from this seller again A++++

Upon receiving the Tae Bo Basic and Instructional tapes, I proceeded to play them. Neither one worked. They both were faulty. They got caught up in my vcr player and had to be thrown out. So much for trusting Amazon!

This is the only exercise program you need or will ever want. Billy Blanks did an awesome job when he invented this. It is fun and challenging and has everything. There have been many imitations through the years but this is still the best. Combining moves from Tae Kwon Do and Kickboxing it will not only be great exercise but will also show you moves that will be effective in a self defense situation.

If the word "addict" describes my attitude after two weeks of using the Basic workout tape, tattoo it on my brow! I purchased this set before Christmas, and used the instructional video. Two weeks ago, I started the Basic workout, and I wake each day looking forward to my daughter's naptime which is MY workout time. I absolutely love this way of life. I looked in the mirror this morning and noticed a marked improvement in the tone of my shoulders. My daughter is fourmonths now, and I look forward to toning up for the summer and playing on the beach -- maybe not a supermodel at 5'4" -- but in shape and feeling great. This set has made a great difference in my mental attitude toward exercise. I cannot recommend it strongly enough!

This is still my all time favorite cardio workout. My mother bought this video in 99 when I was 10 years old and I've been using it on and off ever since. I've tried Biggest loser, Jillian, Denise, and multiple other workouts but I never get that satisfied feeling like I do with this VHS. This Workout still kicks my butt and I'm 22 now lol. I love Tae Bo and I always lose weight when I stay consistent with his workout videos.

I still have my VCR and was so glad you still held these old titles. They were lent to a friend to never return. They were sent within a week and were in perfect condition like everything I purchase from you. Great service, great product.

2本組みですが、実際のワークアウトは青いビデオの方のみ。赤い方の内容は、最初にTae-Boを行うにあたっての基本型の詳細説明のみです。　最初にやる気満々な状態で赤い方を再生してしまうと、不完全燃焼です。でも超初心者が、一通りの基本を知るためには必須な1本です。　　赤い方のビデオで型をマスターして（トータル40分、1回見るだけで十分）、青い方でワークアウトに入ると、体が慣れている分、違和感なくついていけるのでTae-Bo自体を心底楽しめます。　青い方は、ワークアウト20分弱にクールダウン2、3分の構成なので、ヘトヘトにはならず心地よい疲れ程度です。内容も赤いビデオで登場した基本型をリズムに乗せただけなので、慣れてくると物足りないかも知れません。　　Tae-Bo初心者の私でしたが、エアロビの動きにキックボクシングの動きに似たパンチ、キックが付加されただけなのに何故かワクワクします。　ストレス発散に格闘技をしてみたいと思っても、本格的なのはちょっと、体育会系は苦手、という方にはお勧めです。　インストラクターの様なマッチョにはなる運動量ではないですが、狭いスペース・短い時間・道具無しで、スカッとできるという点では優れものです。　　2本組みでも、赤い方は1回で減価償却してしまう、なので星マイナス1個(笑）