Cathe Friedrich's XTrain: Hard Strikes

A boxing-style workout that features amped-up versions of classic fighters' moves. It's a non-stop fat-burner that keeps your heart rate up with total-body engagement. The upper-body combos are endlessly changing — from jabs and punches to hooks and upper-cuts (nearly always boosting the intensity with core and shoulder motions). The lower-body exercises are equally varied. They range from boxers' shuffles and slides to high-impact jacks and hops (“let's get a little airborne”). The toning segment includes arm-focused dumbbell exercises and boxer-inspired floorwork (e.g. sit-up/jab combinations). Requires 3 to 10 lb. dumbbells. Weighted gloves, or actual boxing gloves, are optional. ©2012. Having trouble with the preview ? Try viewing the clip on YouTube - click here