MASH Up Conditioning review and a giveaway!

I was recently contacted by Jamie at MASH Up Conditioning to review one of their home-fitness DVDs. One of the things I love about home-fitness DVDs is their reliability.  With all of the snow and ice we've been having in Philadelphia lately, I know that I can count on my home-fitness DVDs!  I couldn't wait to try this one out!

From Jamie:
My business partner and I are two moms on a mission to help others achieve optimal wellness in less time.  We produce fitness DVDs and certify instructors to teach our group training format.  Our workouts are based on the science of high intensity intervals which are 5-6 times as effective as steady state exercise.  Our format combines Mind/Body, Agility & Strength, and High Intensity Intervals and are designed for 3 different fitness levels for safety and so that everyone can benefit.

The DVD I was sent was the Tempo DVD, which consists of 7 15-minute workout, split up into three sections:

1. Agility and strength (5 minutes)
2. High intensity interval training, or HIIT (5 minutes)
3. Mind, body and core (5 minutes)

I did both the T1 and T2 workouts back to back for a 30-minute workout.  Each move had a beginner, intermediate and advanced version so that anyone of any fitness level could complete the workout and stay challenged.  The DVD started out by saying that you don't NEED dumbbells for the strength moves, but if you're an seasoned exerciser, you're going to want them for the extra challenge (anything between 5lbs and 10lbs should be enough).

The thing I like about these workouts is that you can custom design your workout to fit your schedule and your training plan.  If you're pressed for time, you can do a 15-minute workout, or if you want to hit it hard, you can combine 4 workouts for a 60-minute workout.  The moves in the workout were unique, and great for cross training or adding variety to your workout.  There is even a free eating and exercise guide that comes with the DVD!

HIGHLIGHTS

• all fitness levels are shown for every exercise
  
• includes yoga/pilates, strength training, and high intensity intervals all in the same workout
• includes an eating and exercise guide
• the workouts are supported by Dr. Mercola (world-renowned natural health physician)
• the DVDs are great if you're short on time

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