Equipment needed: none for the cardio; Bosu dome or step for the strength training
Level: Advanced for the cardio, intermediate/advanced for the strength training
Bottom line: Amy does what she does best here: lead a superbly fun round of twirly floor aerobics. It’s the least intense of her aerobic routines, but it still works you out.
Equipment needed: one light and one heavy pair of dumbbells (3-5 lbs and 8-10 lbs)
Level: Advanced if done as presented (all three segments, no breaks); intermediate/advanced if segments are done separately
Bottom line: Despite the bikini reference, this is a surprisingly strenuous workout that would surely whip someone into shape quickly if done religiously- but its enjoyability is subjective.
Equipment needed: light 1-3 lb hand weights (optional)
Level: Advanced
Bottom line: I would have named this grueling workout "Tonique: A Squats and Lunges Odyssey." As can be imagined, it's somewhat repetitive, but in the long run would be very effective.
Equipment needed: a mat (but you could also just use a towel or two)
Level: Advanced
Bottom line: I wish I could give this thoroughly fun and efficacious workout 6 stars for challenging me without torturing me.
Equipment needed: 6 or 8 inch step
Level: Advanced
Bottom line: This workout’s repetitive, basic high-impact cardio moves are reminiscent of old-school aerobics classes and will not appeal to exercisers who like moderate or higher level choreography.
