Summer Sales Galore -- CIA for $9.95

Prices have been slashed at Advanced Workouts -- again!

As if the Cathe sale isn't enough, I've decided to slash more prices. I'm currently running a HUGE CIA BLOWOUT sale for two weeks only. From now until June 16, get any of the CIA 2200 through 2600 series DVDs for just $9.99 each.

We've all been anticipating Tracey Staehle's STRIKE ZONE workout, and it's nearly here. The estimated ship date is in about a week or so. I'm hoping for June 6 or maybe the following Monday, June 9. I'll keep you updated on the actual date. This DVD is currently on sale for $17.95, and remember -- all orders of just $20 or more ship for free!

The last sale announcement goes to Amy Bento. Have you hear the news? She's filming another Advanced Step Challenge workout on June 21st. Knowing how incredible the other two ASC workouts are, we're anxious for this one to be released. Amy is currently running a pre-sale (exclusive to her site only) for ASC 3 and also her new boxing workout, RUMBLE. For details, check out Amy Bento's web site.

What I'm Doing this Fall (Filming Schedule with Amy Bento)

I can't believe that it's time already to start thinking about Amy Bento's fall workout series -- but I just received an email from Amy asking me if I want to be in two of her upcoming workouts. Um, yeah! Of course. Here's the scoop, as Amy described in her forum:

The Dynamics Series

(Finalized details will be posted when we get closer to the Pre-sale)

DOME DYNAMICS --
This will be an all-cardio routine using the Bosu. Yipes! Get your balance geared up for this one. DD will be an athletic, steady state cardio workout with an abs section, using Bosu.

STRENGTH DYNAMICS --
SD will be an all-resistance training workout. The actual format will be revealed when Amy formally announces the presale. I'm going to be in this one!

KETTLE BELL DYNAMICS --
KBD will be an advanced kettle bell training workout, so get your muscles ready.

ABS & STRETCH 2 --
Me again! I can't wait to be in this one, because I love the original Abs & Stretch, and A&S 2 will be same format. Amy's ab routines are the only ones I can effectively use to create lean, long abdominal muscles without the bulk. For some reason, after the birth of my children, I was no longer able to do standard ab work such as crunches without having my mid-section bulking up too much. Has anyone else experienced this? I'd be interested to know. I'm naturally a petite person, so if I have bulky abs, it just looks odd. With Amy's signature standing moves and lengthening exercises, I'm able to work my abs to get defined tone without the bulk. When she asked me to be in A&S 2, I was thrilled. I can't wait!

HI/LO DYNAMICS --
H/L D will be a steady state hi/lo athletic-style cardio workout. Amy's hi/lo routines are known for their intensity and fun, so I'm really looking forward to this one (well, in true "vidiot" style I'm looking forward to them all, but you know what I mean...)

HIP HOP WALK DYNAMICS --
Sounds interesting, but it's tentative (if Amy can fit it into the budget). HHWD will be a hip hop stylized walking workout. Amy's walking cardio creation will be easy to follow, motivating, non-impact (which is good news for those who have knee issues, but still want intensity) and rockin' music. Plus, Amy won't use a lot of space type for this type of workout. It'll be designed for all fitness levels.

What's New?

A lot has been going on at Advanced Workouts ... more discounts, more savings, more ways to get your body ready for bikini season!

First of all, we've discounted our Cathe Friedrich DVDs even more than they already were. For example, Kick Max retails for $26.95. Previously, we've had this DVD on sale for $23.95 ... but now it's priced even lower, at $21.95. All of Cathe's titles that retail for $26.95 are currently $21.95. Titles such as Step, Jump & Pump + Step Blast, which retail for $44.95, are now $39.95. 4 Day Split is only $69.95. And the list goes on ...

As if that wasn't enough, we've lowered our free shipping threshold. For all domestic orders, shipping is now free for any order of $20 or more (previously the free shipping threshold was $50 or more, which it still is for international orders).

Fitness DVDs are an awesome way to stay in shape while saving money. Not only will you save hundreds of dollars on gym membership fees, but at $4.00 per gallon and climbing, you'll also save tons of money on gas. No driving to and from the gym -- work out in the comfort of your own home instead. During times like these, home fitness makes even more sense, and that's why we're putting all these DVDs on sale. Stock up for variety and maximum effectiveness, while still saving money!

Are You a Spark Person?

Have you ever heard of the SparkPeople? If not, check out the web site:

http://www.sparkpeople.com

It's a cool web site that's free to join. There's message boards, resources, and a bunch of groups you can subscribe to, so you can chat with like-minded "vidiots" about all aspect of working out. Here's a few examples of the groups on SparkPeople:

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