Gilad Elite Forces, Fat Burning Workout

The only silly thing about this workout is the setting on the deck of an aircraft carrier: it happens to be an actual aircraft carrier, on an actual base, so the producers had to figure out how to incorporate the sounds of jets and choppers into the video. Especially in the beginning, it can be a little distracting.The workout itself is an aerobic mixture of kick-boxing-type moves and plyometrics. It does not involve any weights, but if you wanted to challenge yourself -- and had perfectly healthy shoulders -- you could box with light weights in your hands. It takes a few workouts to figure out the sequences, and if you've never done anything like that, it can be a little confusing. Stick with it though -- it's a fun workout, and the central (kick-boxing) part can be done on its own if you're pressed for time.

this is a moderate intensity cardio workout. while I love Gilad's style of training, this particular workout puts too much pressure on my knees from all that rope jumping. in between moves there is waaaaay too much rope jumping (and a bit of jumping jack) and I find this hurts my back and knees, despite having decent running shoes. I will also mention that I have decent muscle tone in my legs so I can only blame the sore knees on the workout.as far as the setting and style of this workout are concerned, you can get a goo dpicture of those by looking at the cover of the DVD as well as the short previews available online.

I absolutely love this dvd; it is very challenging and seriously fun. Gilad builds on the complex moves slowly, adding a piece at a time so that you can keep up with the changes (I especially love how he points his index-finger up--grinning--when he adds the "uppercut"...I guess he's really really excited about uppercuts!).The workout is really intense, and I had to pause a lot the first 2 or 3 times I did it, but after a few weeks, I can make it through the whole thing. It's also quite exhilirating/addicting....must be the endorphins rushing around in my head. My only complaint (tiny) is that the cool down should be a bit longer.

this a totally intense gilad workout! i visited Pearl Harbor Naval Base when i was deployed on the USS Acadia and the USS Shasta. the scenery is awsome with the USS Arizona Memorial in the background! i just previewed this gilad DVD, and if you can't get all of the aerobic workout, you can grdually build up. i am really looking forward to getting back into shape with gilad!

I have almost all of Gilad's DVD's. This is not as good as his others.1st, too much background noise, hard to hear Gilad.2nd, he is not as smooth in this fat burning workout, in his other workouts, he flows from 1 thing to the next.He also doesn't do the movements on both sides of your body. He forgets count, etc ...Most of the workout is his boxing drills.It's not a favorite for me as most of his other DVD's.

The workout so far is good ,although my old body can't make it through the first 5 minutes. The only annoying thing is the sounds of helicopters landing. I guess they wanted it to be completely realistic.

This is a fun, high energy workout. It has become my new favorite. I was hesitant to buy it becasue I already had a Gilad kick boxing workout from the "Lord of the Abs" serires, but this is different, and even more challenging than that one.

I have several of Gilad's DVDs and am very happy with them. I wanted something different so thought I would try the Elite Forces DVD. Unfortunately, I was not too impressed. The noise in the background from the planes and helicopters was distracting and I don't feel like the movements went well with the background music. Love the idea but not the workout.

As with all Gilad's trainings I'm not disapointed, the training is excellent and really helps me to be fit and whta's the most important healthy.

Working out on a US Navy ship, how cool is that? Just 4 stars though because the toning section is too short and no ab work. Doesn't matter: still loving Gilad. And one thing few people mention: Gilad includes men and women and people of all colors and it looks just normal, not contrived. You don't feel like in a politically correct ad from the Canadian government. This DVD is pure fun, as usual.

Awesome, easy to follow, fun.Recommend to all that want a good work out.

GILAD est le meilleur entraineur à mon avis, il donne du punch dans la vie de tous les jours, et même quand je n'ai pas envie de m'entrainer car je suis fatiguée, je mets son DVD et cela me donne de l'énergie.Ce programme avec les forces spéciales est parfait.