CherFitness: A New Attitude [VHS] [1991]

The step workout: the class is divided up into 4 different groups: the beginner without a step, beginners with a 4" step, intermediates with a 6" step and the advanced exercisers who are using an 8" step and do the high impact (jumps) moves. This is a fun class. The level of the step choreography is mixed, starting at a basic level and getting more complex as the workout progresses. Cher is always encouraging and I find her, Keli, the class and especially the music, very motivational. I've used this tape for years and have a lot of other step workouts, this is the one I enjoy the most and pull out time after time.

The ab workout: you'll be doing a lot of intense crunches so be sure to stretch out your stomach muscles afterward. The back strengthening work is great but Keli's cueing is a little bit off so you should watch this section at least twice through before you attempt it so that you don't need to turn your head to look at the screen to find out what you should be doing.

The legs workout: this is tough and can be hard on your knees. You may need to do a longer warmup before doing this section of the tape but if you're doing it after the step and abs workouts you'll be fine. This workout will really tone your legs and buttocks and you'll be doing a lot of squats, lunges, inner thigh work and leg raises. It will hurt you the next day but you'll love the results.

My only complaint? This should be on DVD :o)


A Video that REALLY works!   September 22, 2005
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

I brought this video 10 yrs ago when i was 16, at first I used it once or twice a week, then it gradually became another 'novelty!' and was collecting dust in my wardrobe!! In Feb this year I booked a holiday and decided to get in shape for it! I had 12 weeks from the time I started the exercise regime to when i went on holiday. I used to do the Abs section EVERY night. At first this seems impossible, but if you persevere with it, it DOES get easier. I would then do the Step class one night and the next night i'd do the legs and 'buns' exercise, (I tended to give myself a 'rest' on Saturdays and not do anything!) The results after about 5 weeks was amazing, I could do the whole Step-Class without stopping for breath every 5 mins, and my stomach was beginning to feel and look flatter (without me having to hold my tummy in!!) thanks to my daily 'Abs workout!! (only 10 mins!!)

The lower body work I found very difficult to start with and often had to stop halfway through each set of lunges and plies, but once I got used to it I could do the whole video within about 8 weeks. I could really see the muscle-tone in my legs and it felt great. because I saw such great results it made me even more determined to carry on for the duration til my holiday finally came around!!

In the 12 weeks I went from a size 16 to 14 and some of my skirts were even a size 12!! It was such a nice feeling and i felt great in a bikini!! My advice is to give yourself a target of 6 weeks or so, because you will definately see results in this space of time. Ok, I only lost a stone, which isn't that great for 3 months, but i gained muscle-tone, and looked like I had lost more weight than i actually had.
Will-power is very important, some nights I really couldnt be bothered to do repetitions of loads of crunches, but I really had to force myself to do it - this is the hardest part, the exercise is easy!!!!!!! I keep before and after photos of me on my fridge to keep me motivated now, and thanks to the CherFitness video (which I still use to this day)I have got a flat toned tummy, which i never thought was possible! And my general fitness level has improved tremendously!! I would HIGHLY recommend this video - just make sure you use it!!!!


excellent   April 25, 2005
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I have just brought my second copy of this video as over the years i have worn the old one out. This video has three excellent sections which enables you to do something everyday. I used this video 10 years ago to get back into shape after the birth of my daughter and still go back to it when i put on the odd few pounds. I have brought many videos including taebo, bottom line, yogalates, pilates, boxexecise to name but a few but i alwyas return to this tape.


Excellent Workout   January 17, 2005
Mrs Debora Hind (Milton Keynes, Bucks United Kingdom)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I am buying this video for the 2nd time as the copy I purchased when it was first released has worn out. I have many workout videos and DVD's but this one has always been one of my favourites and I have been doing it for many years. I like the format and love the music. I usually just complete the step session (as pushed for time in the mornings) but I add handweights to increase the impact and find it really has helped to tone up my arms and shoulders as well as legs and bum!!! Fully recommend it.


So good I've come back for more   June 2, 2001
dolce@dolce0606.freeserve.co.uk (Great Britain)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I bought this video in 1991, it was great then and when I dusted it off this year to shed a few pounds for my summer holidays I discovered that it's still a great video. It's got great funky music and the routines are designed for all levels of fitness. It's a fun workout. My old video got chewed up in the video machine and Amazon are the only outlet I can find who still stock it. Amazing!