A Fun Workout for Kids of all Ages! Seven-time World Martial Arts Champion Billy Blanks(r) has created a program for kids that puts the “cool” back in fitness!
In this workout, Billy takes the basics of his world-famous TAE BO(r) moves and adapts them just for kids to create a fast-moving, entertaining routine to keep them slim, strong, and active. With high-energy moves and music, Billy’s brand-new workout shows youngsters that fitness is fun, while providing kids with a cardio “kick.” Best of all, TAE BO KICKS(r) shows how to use your body at your own pace to stay fit and motivated for life!
Running Time: Approx. 39 Minutes Color/NTSC/Mono 05-50463
Buy “Billy Blanks – Tae Bo Kicks” For Only $8.70
March 6, 2008
#1
This program was BORING! As much as Billy tried to keep the kid on the program motivated, about 10 minutes into the workout they were showing how bored they were, and of course my kids at home, and I’m sure any other kid picked up on this, and soon lost interest.
Several things made this program boring:
One, you can’t understand a thing Billy is saying, he would mumble unclear phrases thoughout the entire program, and his demeanor was very un-natural, to the point of being fake. He just looked & sounded very out of place working with kids. It came across like he & his crew weren’t really sure how to interact with the kids, making them appear to be very fake. Another boring point was the movements, there was absolutely NO creativity here, these were some of the EXACT same movements from the adult Tae-Bo videos. Now, I do applaud Billy for slowing the movements down (unlike the adult Tae-Bo which goes at a break neck pace), these movements are performed in a controlled manner. But, they are still adult type movements, and extremely boring for kids. I would have liked to have seen some creativity with these movements to make them more kid friendly, and more EXCITING!
To be honest my kids were turned off & bored with this program after the first 10 minutes. Something Billy needs to realize is, kids are smarter than people give them credit for being. – They can tell when someone is being fake & not truly having fun, and they also realize that when kids on T.V. are bored & not having fun, then this isn’t something they want to do. Kids want to have fun, and want to watch the instructor & other kids having fun. That is how you motivate children!
March 6, 2008
#2
I bought this for the kids (ages 3,5,7&9)to have an alternative way to get moving in the winter months. They really enjoy the kicking and punching exercises.
As a former exercise instructor myself, I would say that it isn’t the best run exercise session. He is not consistent in utilizing both sides and our heart rates were not in our target range.
So I have mixed feelings…I will continue to use it because it is fun and isn’t unsafe, but I don’t think I’d recommend it.
March 6, 2008
#3
I got this for the physical education part of my homeschool. And so far it seems like it’s pretty good! I gave it four stars.. because well nothing is perfect!
My kids really have a lot of fun doing the exercises.. I think it’ll help them build some coordination!
Prudence
March 6, 2008
#4
I bought this so I could exercise with my 7 year old daughter. We like it but I find that it’s pretty intense for someone who’s not in shape. The workout is about 40 minutes long and I can only get through about 20 minutes before I’m exhausted. I also wish they would have an introduction that shows the kids how to do the moves instead of just throwing them right in. Overall I think it’s worth the money but I wouldn’t use it for my regular workout.
March 6, 2008
#5
I really like this video I did it myself and am slowly getting my son to do it with me. I think it’s great they have videos like this to help motivate children to exercise!