Iron Core Warrior Volume 1 and Volume 2 DVD''s

I was a little disappointed with this workout.

First of all, it''s a single circuit of six exercises repeated four times. She features an ab section at the end. I have no problem with the format and this workout IS challenging. It just feels like a small circuit consisting of only six exercises seems to be a waste of a DVD to me. You can find a similar routines from many certified kettlebell trainers on YouTube for free.

Secondly, there is no on-screen timer which would have at least made putting this workout on DVD a little more useful. After you learn the routine on this DVD, you''re better off just ditching the DVD and doing it on your own with a Gym Boss timer.

I have no problem with Sarah Lurie and think she''s a fine instructor...but I just wish she''d use the DVD format to it''s maximum potential. I will give her kudos for making the presentation Anamorphic Widescreen...

I would recommend any of the Anthony DiLuglio DVDs which contain 14 unique intervals and plenty of variety. The Kettle Bell Way 2 has a nice randomize feature to give you even more variety...and it is that kind of thing that I buy a workout DVD for.

I think the only reason I''ll keep this DVD is for when I''m travelling as I think it makes a fine little workout to do in your hotel room while on a trip.

First let me say I have all of Sarah Lurie''s Iron Cores, volumes 1, 2 and 20 minute Express dvds. They are all a great value and pack a punch. Sarah''s newest Iron Core dvd, Iron Core Warrior, is no different and doesn''t disappoint. The biggest difference in this workout is the format. You do not put the kettlebell/kettlebells down for 4 minutes and you will perform 4 or 5 exercises in a row. This is a two-disc set and the first disc uses one kettlebell. The exercises performed are alternating swing, alternating jumping lunge with overheard press, side lunge, high pull, and snatch. Each exercise is performed for one minute with no rest in between. This format really gets your heart rate high. You will perform 4 sets with 60 second rests in between. You can also do optional jump squats as Sarah recommends during the rest if you choose. If you aren''t winded enough and can do the ab circuit, then you will do 4 sets of 2 exercises(russian twist/hot potato) with a 30 second rest between sets. Disc 2 uses 2 kettlebells and once again you will not put the kettlebells down for 4 minutes, performing 4 sets. Exercises performed are 2 kettlebell windmill, renegade rows, clean and push press, clean and squat combo, suitcase deadlifts, and double snatches. There is a 60 second rest in between sets again and jump rope is the optional exercise Sarah suggests to use if you don''t want to rest. You will finish with a 4 minute ab circuit that includes russian twist and a plank hold. You will not rest during this ab circuit as the exercises are alternated for 4 minutes. The cons: The circuits on both dvds repeat the same set of exercises for each circuit. That can be a little repetitious. Also some may not like the fact that there are no warm ups or cool downs. I personally don''t mind as I often get right into it and just use common sense by not lifting heavy off the bat. The music is non-descript and didn''t really affect me one way or another. The pros: Definitely more intense than Sarah''s previous Iron Cores, if you love circuits like I do, you will love this format! If you''re looking to increase your endurance and cardiovascular strength, Iron Core Warrior will do that!

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I have used and been happy with other Sarah Lurie KB DVDs (Vol1-3) over the past year, up to 55# in the routines, all good workouts. Got this one and thought I would check it out at 45# even though she was using a 25#er. It beat my ass. Had to drop to 35#. Great workout. Maybe someday I will be able to do the "optional" jump squats. Buy this DVD. Use it as your program or work it into whatever else you do for variety (Crossfit, GJ, more Sarah Lurie stuff, etc). You won''t be disappointed. The one and two-bell routines are set (no variations), but they are great. You will see improvement in your number and quality of reps over time and that has merit.

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This is the BEST thing since sliced Bread. Very easy instructions, and after the 20 min workout you can feel it from your wrists to your feet. I feel so much better after only using this for a short month. I will continue to use this method and DVD forever!

This is the very 1st workout dvd that I have ever left a review. Do yourself a favor and get this. The BEST money you will ever invest for yourself.

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My husband and I have all of Sarah''s DVDs and enjoy her workouts. We were lucky to get to train with Sarah while visiting San Diego a few years ago. I think the new Iron Core Warrior workouts are much more challenging than her previous workouts and we welcome that challenge. Of course, I would also recommend starting with her previous DVDs and then working up to these. There is not much guesswork as she tells you what weight kettlebells women as well as men should use and also included is a schedule showing you how to space your workouts depending on whether you want to fit kettlebells in twice, three or four times weekly. I really appreciate that. I look forward to mastering these workouts. Keep up the good work, Sarah!

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