Richard Simmons: Boogie Down the Pounds

I am pretty fit and I would call myself an intermediate exercise person. I am a former collegiate athlete and exercise 6 days a week. I usually use Jessica Smith or the Classic Firm DVDs (Volumes 1 and 2). I, absolutely, love disco and this was the only DVD that showed up when I did a disco fitness DVD search so I bought it. I knew of Richard Simmons (I'm 46) but had never seen him in action. To say I was highly skeptical of this DVD would be a MASSIVE understatement. However, I bought the tape Prime so figured I could return it if my initial concerns proved to be true. 2 minutes into the tape, I was like "OH, HELL, NO." It was so corny!!! I thought I had made a huge mistake! It's a very dated DVD and if you have never seen Richard Simmons in action...well, let me just say...the man is a mood!! But, I decided to stick it out and before the first song ended, I transformed into a huge fan!! This guy has a BEAUTIFUL energy and just a cool authenticity that is so rare today. You, honestly, can't help but smile through this entire workout. I went from thinking this DVD was super cheesy to really enjoying myself!! I also thought it was neat that there were all sizes of people doing the workout which you NEVER see and I am sure that would be encouraging to people who maybe identify with a larger framed person. There were also both men and women. Would have preferred some seniors but that is just my liberal, inclusive, kumbaya mindset talking!!I thought I could use this DVD for my fun "easy" day but I ended up getting somewhere between 6,000-6,250 steps (according to my Fitbit). My average heart rate was the SAME as when I do a Jessica Smith DVD and we all know that she's no joke!! The interesting thing is that the Richard Simmons DVD showed me at 71% cardio for the 45 minute workout!!! Holy crap!!!! This tape is legit cardio!!!!!!!! I usually hover around 50-60% for my Jessica smith tapes.I would highly recommend this tape to anyone at any fitness level. Beginners can just do what they can and advanced exercises can make the moves a bit bigger. I'm pleasantly surprised at how good- cardio wise- and also how much fun this tape is!! Richard is quirky but you can't help but fall in love with this guy!!!! Love how he knew everyone's name and you could see that he, genuinely, liked and supported each person working out. I went from looking at him and the DVD with some *serious side eye* to falling in love with this man!! It's not often you find an effective exercise tape that is actually tons of fun even if it's the type of fun you close your blinds when you do!! Haha!! I would highly recommend!!!

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Not what I was hoping for

Richard Simmons is absolutely a fabulous motivator. He makes exercise so much fun and I have recently purchased all of his aerobic dvds. I am 61 and have never owned a workout video, just wish I had found him sooner in life. I see myself able to do these workouts for the rest of my life as you can adjust your moves for age and ability. I would love to meet him but know he has retired.

A good clean new DVD still sealed in cellophane as described by the seller. It was well packaged and shipped promptly. Seller was even kind enough to give me a lower combined shipping charge because I bought two of his DVDs. I would not hesitate to buy from this seller again. Thank You

This video is great if you are looking to work out with a low impact aerobic routine. As always, Richard Simmons is loud, motivating, and cheesy. An example of this is the beginning where everyone (including Richard) acts like they were "invited" to the disco by an unknown person and seemed shocked when the spotlights come on, but just start the routine. That gets old to watch EVERYTIME. The workout is great, but long. I tried the 60's blast off for a 30 minute workout with Simmons, but that video was awful. He can be hard to follow at times, but the moves aren't so difficult that you won't get it the second time. Just walk and move your arms. My hips hurt after doing this one from all the sideways kicking, but hurt in a good way. It's good if you have a lot to lose, like I do, but maybe if you are advanced you will find it too easy.

i wanted to start exercising again. my back was sore and my body ached--inactivity was the problem and richard was the cure. great exercise video. once i was reminded of richard's moves, it was easy to fall back into the rhythm! i am 63 years old and enjoy this dvd. after one week of daily use my stamina has increased. i intend to continue using other richard workouts. he is intense, but worth it. if you enjoy 80's music and a vigorous workout this dvd does not disappoint.

Fun and energetic video. It's good for all fitness levels. iI's a good fun routine and gets rid of stress. I have so much fun, it doesn't seem like a chore to exercise. It's just as fun now as when it first came out. I like it better than his first few videos because the music is better, and it has a dance floor atmosphere. The music is Best of my Love, Lady Marmalade, Hooked on a Feeling, That's the way ( I like it), Love Machine, I'm Your Boogie Man, Mandy, Listen to the Music, Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?, Close to You.

This was a great workout, but I was disappointed that the music seemed to be playing from some boom-box somewhere in the studio where they're exercising. I'd like it better if the music was more up front like with the Sweating to the Oldies. The DVD did have the Sweating to the Oldies feel, which was nice. These exercises seemed to really work the arms a lot, which I found tiring, but I guess it's a good thing because it gets your heart pumping. If you liked the Sweating to the Oldies series, I'd definitely recommend this.

Just received and had to try it. I like it a lot, it has some good songs and the steps are fairly easy to learn. More peaceful that some of the others, not so much crowd noises, it was quite the workout. I like the warm up and cool down pieces, very necessary I feel. I will include it in my regular rotation.

The DVD came on time and it is in good condition. I love Richard Simmon's workout videos. I am 71 years old and can do them with no problem. Doing these workouts helps keep me strong and balanced. I love the music.

Best cardio ever! Easy to follow, great music, fun, and done before you know it!

A great workout!! Gotta love Richard Simmons he always makes exercise fun!