Cathe's XTrain series is phenomenal. All Out Low Impact HIIT is the only low impact cardio workout in the series - but it's the only one you need. After a very good warm-up, lasting about fives minutes, you're off!
This workout has three sections. This first section uses no equipment, except light weights - Cathe uses 5 pound dumbells (I used 6 lb). You do a lot of work that taxes your legs, and, therefore, raises the heart rate, i.e. sprint shooters, squats, squats to lunges.
The second section requires a step, though I did not use one, and the same dumbbells. This part seemed a bit easier to me, though you still have some moves that really work the legs. Ouch!
The third and shortest section uses sliding disks, which I did not use. Cathe takes you through jacks, mountain climbers, scissors, and swimming lunges. Obviously, you can modify all this based on your needs and equipment. All of this lasts for about 35 minutes, after which Cathe gives you a short stretch.
I love this workout. In fact, it maybe my favorite of Cathe's low impact workouts. It's effective and there is no boredom with these moves. There are some oldies and some new moves.
Bottom Line: This is a tough, advanced, high intensity workout. An intermediate or advanced exerciser will do best with this format.
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