Leslie Sansone: Walk at Home - 5 Mile Fat Burning Walk

First let me say that I started using Leslie's walking tapes recently. I had 2 knee surgeries for torn meniscus in the last year and I also have Arthritis in my knees and elswhere. I have about 4 of her other walking tapes--Over 40- 2 mile, Her Walk the Walk Christian 1 and 2 mile, Walk away the pounds 3 miles and another 1 mile for beginners. I just recently purchased the 5 mile Fat burning DVD... I am so hooked on Leslie's walking program-and for me that is pretty amazing, because I have been overweight most of my life and I have led a pretty sedentary lifestyle... After my knee injury last year--I ended up gaining more weight and became the heaviest I have ever been in my life and i just got sick and tired and knew I had to do something. I also aquired a recumbent bike from my mother in law to help with my knee and weight loss. I also started a walk for women at my church using the 2 mile walk the walk dvd (2-3 days per week). I have also started inspiring others to start walking with Leslie as well. I have boutght other tapes and dvd's in the past and always got bored and never did anything with them, But I am happy to say that I look forward to these walks with Leslie and I am 30 pounds lighter with inches lost as well. All My clothes are getting loose on me and I am just amazed. I still have a long way to go on this journey, but I know with Leslie's Inspiration, Encouragement, and Motivation she gives while working out with her--I will reach my goal and I will never, ever quit--even after I have reached my goal... This is definitely a lifetime change for me... I would like to encourage anyone who is looking to workout to get healthy, to give this a try--even if you have arthritis or other ailments as this is low impact and easy to follow-Even if you cant do something inparticular-she tells you that its ok for you to just keep walking. I used to hate excersise but this is fun and I dont even think twice about working out anymore & I am happy to say It is now apart of my daily Life..I thank God for Leslie and how she is helping so many to become healthier and happier- Thank you so Much, Leslie--I just wish I had found you sooner! I Pray that I can help and encourage others to do the same.. There is nothing more important than getting healthy so we can be everything that God has called us to be and to be there for our loved ones. I hope this review helps you all!To your Success in a healthier lifestyle!God Bless,Cheryl Sexton

Getting back into an exercise program after gaining weight is really hard. I usually walk or ride my bike, but I was too heavy and embarrassed to put on active wear and go outside in public. So, this dvd was an excellent way to get back into it again.Each mile is a little bit harder and they let you know when you hit each half mile too. Leslie is very motivating and upbeat, and the steps are easy to do. Don't let "easy to do" fool you though. I work out hard and really sweat. The steps are simple to learn, but this is a really good workout. In fact, I really feel that I work out much harder than I do when I walk outside or ride my bike. After 4 weeks I'm up to 4 miles now and it's great. I've lost 7 pounds also!! I'm very happy I got this one.The music is pretty good, but since I do this 4-5 times a week, I needed some different tunes or I'd lose my mind, a common problem with dvd's at home. Simple solution, put on Pandora and play your favorite dance music. It's a little off beat from the dvd, but you can still follow along easily and honestly, I think I accidentally go faster when I'm listening to my own tunes.They also do 2 minute power boosts (higher impact but not crazy) at the end of each mile so you can always work out a little harder and push yourself if you want to, or just stay at the low impact steps. I think this is a great dvd to grow with, from beginners to intermediates. Advanced people? I don't know, I would say they would be ok too, but might find it too elementary. 12 minute miles are nothing to sneeze at though, I am very proud of the fact that I've worked myself up to a 4 mile/48 minute aerobic workout.There are sneak previews on youtube of the first mile, so if you're not familiar with Leslie, you can get a glimpse. That's what I did before buying.