Spinervals StrEndurance DVD Review

My husband bought this for me for Christmas.When I finally received it (had to deal with several back-orders from the shipper...not an amazon company), I was really disappointed.I own MANY of the Spinervals DVDs and have always found them very enjoyable and an excellent workout.This particular workout was intense, but was not modifiable for anyone who might have low back or knee problems.It took my low back several days to get over the initial workout...and I am not a wimp!!I usually do the Juan Carlos Santana therapy ball core workouts...so I'm pretty strong.However, the squat thrusts and some of the jumping jacks really got to my low back.I ended up swapping this DVD for another Spinervals choice.If you are a person that is not injured and can do plyometrics and jumping jack type activities, this IS a very good workout.However, if you are in the "over-40" triathlon sprint crowd that has to watch out to not stir up prior injuries...then you might find this workout a little too jarring.

Product Description
Improve your full body muscular strength and endurance for maximum performance with StrEndurance! Serious endurance athletes know that in order to get better in their chosen sport, whether it be cycling, swimming, running or triathlon, they need to do large volumes of sport specific training. Often times, an effective muscular strength and endurance development program is absent due to a lack of time and availability. The StrEndurance Training Program was developed to address this problem by offering serious endurance athletes an effective alternative to traditional 'gym-style' training programs. The 12-week program contained in this DVD offers six, 20-30 minute workouts designed to be completed in a progression, allowing for a steady rate of overload and adaptation for maximum gains in muscle strength and endurance. The goal of the endurance athlete is not to bulk up with unwanted mass, but rather to boost one s muscular capabilities and the StrEndurance program accomplishes this goal! This workout DVD contains SIX workouts or 'phases' to be done over a 12-week period in addition to a maintenance routine for when the build phase is completed. Workouts are short (20-30 minutes), high intensity and include basic exercises like push ups, crunches, squats, etc. You'll want to have the following workout accessories available in order to do these workouts: Floor mat Dumbbells (weights depend on your current strength levels) Stability ball By the end of this 12-week program, you'll achieve a peak level of full body muscular strength and endurance and be ready to set new PR's in your sport! This workout is also great for the advanced home fitness exerciser.

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Spinervals Virtual Reality Series Vol 4 - Madison, WI Training Ride Review

This workout is tough -- but that's the point, right? I found it to be the perfect tool to help me with my training during days when I can't get outside due to weather. Another reviewer mentioned the "getting lost" incident as a negative thing, but I feel that it adds to the reality of the entire program. It wasn't edited for a reason -- because this workout is the real deal. Great for those in training, or for those who simply want a solid home workout.

Product Description
This approximately 3-hour virtual cycling workout DVD covers much of the Iron distance triathlon race course in Madison, offering a great perspective of the race from the bike as well as a great aerobic endurance building workout for any cyclist interested in improving performance.Join Coach Troy and top age group athletes from Team Gear West as they ride with you through the corn fields. Learn from the coach as he instructs you on various technique and strategy issues for faster riding and racing.

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Spinervals Competition 29.0: Dropping the Hammer Review

Spinervals 29 is an intense interval workout that works well for training programs such as The Time Crunched Cyclist, Road Bike Rider interval workouts and others. The short, high power intervals in the workout will help you raise your power at threshhold by pushing your V02max if you do the workout right. If you can put up with Coach Troy screaming to push, push, push at the end of each interval, this is a great workout.

Product Description
A Classic Interval Workout designed to develop Speed & Maximum Anaerobic Power!Join Coach Troy and the athletes from the Freehold, New Jersey cycling and multisport community for a grueling yet effective 'classic' interval workout designed to boost your speed and anaerobic power!This workout features a variety of interval sets that will keep you focused and motivated to train with the highest quality possible. Combined with aerobic endurance training days, adequate recovery and proper nutrition, this workout will boost your fitness and have you DROPPING THE HAMMER on your training partners and competitors in your next ride!

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Spinervals Virtual Reality Series, Vol 3: Tucson Training Ride Review

What a waste of video.All you see is the behind of some guy riding a bike as he points out that you are passing a sign or two.Oh yeah, and the scenery is off in the distance.Very exciting...not.

Product Description
Cycle in the high desert splendor of Tucson Arizona with Coach Troy!In this virtual reality cycling DVD, you'll enjoy the incredible desert scenery of Tucson Arizona as you ride on Troy's wheel, listening to his coaching advice along the way.This DVD contains two workout sessions plus a bonus feature.Workout A - Mt. Lemmon Climb: Workout 'A' will take you from the base of Mt. Lemmon to over 5000 ft above sea level as you climb towards scenic Windy Point at around mile 14. Get ready for a tough 'threshold building' workout as you ride tempo up the mountain for over one hour! Then do the bonus chapter up to Summerhaven or turn around and join Troy for a quick and breathtaking descent down the mountain as your cooldown.Workout B - Gates Pass Ride: Workout 'B' is a varied workout for aerobic development and power building and will have you ride up the front side of famous Gates Pass Road into the breathtaking beauty of the Saguaro National Forest where you'll buzz around McCain Loop Road. Then the suffering really happens as you climb up the backside of Gates Pass which kicks up to over a 14% grade!

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