Jane Fonda’s new exercise programs. Excited!!

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Barbara Pask says:

January 23, 2010 at 12:06 am

Looking forward to your exercise dvd. I am approaching sixty and have to admit I don’t exercise nearly as much as I used to. Start us slow, lol. As far as what to wear I think a warm up suit would be great, get too hot and you could remove the jacket of course. Just a thought. Good luck and have fun.

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Lynne says:

January 23, 2010 at 12:39 am

Looking forward to your exercise DVD…Personally, I think you should wear what is comfortable. Really tight work out clothing doesn’t work for the market you are doing this for. Maybe like scrubs – they are not form fitting and easy to move around in. Looking all squeezed into a wetsuit type outfit, it just not appropriate in my opinion. I realize you need to show how to move – hopefully this will be available for viewing on line. I would like to bring up work-out videos on line instead of dealing with DVDs and remotes etc. I wonder why you can’t purchase without getting the DVD – just using it on line when you want to work out. I wish you the best with this exciting venture.

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- Jane says:
  
  January 23, 2010 at 4:07 pm
  
  Thanks for your ideas, Lynne. One part of me wants to wear the baggy “scrubs” sort of outfit and my new line of workout clothes will offer those. But, as you can see from the other comments, there is a desire for me to wear what I used to wear…leotard, tights, legwarmers, belt. hmmm
  
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- Karen says:
  
  March 3, 2010 at 1:00 am
  
  I agree with the posts of wear what’s comfortable. I’m about to hit 50, was athletic up to about 30, then life took over and now – I’m out of shape to say the least. I’d like to see someone who looks like women 50+ doing exercises that are reasonable for my aged body and for those older than me.
  
  I would imagine you can wear more than one outfit? (I don’t know how these things are shot). How about a few? One could be the retro-Jane, kind of a fun blast from the past and then a progression to cothing that better fits our bodies as we age? Just a couple of thoughts. Having fun while exercising and being realistic of what to expect from me and my body are what’s most important to me.
  
  Thanks – This upcoming 50 thing is messing with my head a bit. Ugh. It shall pass, if I’m blessed enough to make it past that age. Smiles and good wishes to you. So glad you Tweet~!
  
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Vallée says:

January 23, 2010 at 4:50 am

Bizzz and Loveee!

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Lorac Goldie says:

January 23, 2010 at 7:22 am

I literally transformed my body shape using your JANE FONDA WORKOUT record, yes, in vinyl! Later on I bought the video. IMHO, it would be great if you could do a 15 or 30 minute Yoga DVD. I thought your first Yoga video was too advanced, we need something more basic–like the old Yoga Zone DVDs. What to wear? A cute black Yoga outfit is always cute and appropriate for any age group.

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Jason says:

January 23, 2010 at 7:39 am

Hi Jane

“WE had no budget, no hair stylist or makeup artists. We did it all ourselves. I wrote the script on a ski trip in Calgary on the floor of my hotel room.”

That cracked me up. What a great story. WE, the audience, had no idea! I imagined it was all written by a screenwriter, years in the planning, you being cossetted by hairdressers, stylists who matched the colours for the cameras etc. WOW! You know I was a big fan before your blog, but now when I hear such stories I think I love you even more!

I think you said your father once said acting was about not letting the audience see all the hard work i.e. what’s going on behind the scenes. But I find as I’m getting older I’m more amazed about the truly great stories that happen backstage than the glossy pictures we’re always shown.

For the DVD I think you should wear a leotard.My God you looked fantastic when you did that skit in NY. Don’t wear anything baggy. show off your body. It’s still fantastic.

Anyway, gotta go. Off to Mumbai.
Best wishes
Jason

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Pam says:

January 23, 2010 at 8:50 am

Good for you! I think I still HAVE my VHS copy of that video!

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Karen says:

January 23, 2010 at 9:15 am

Congratulations on launching an industry!

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Bobbie says:

January 23, 2010 at 9:18 am

Looking forward to it. My grandmother was bedridden from stinosis of the spine when she died at the age of 85. She was otherwise healthy and I have always believed that had she not become so sedentary, she could have slowed the process of her illness and, at least, added some quality to her life in those final years. Now I’m trying to show my mother options in hopes that she doesn’t follow the same path.

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morgan paige fisher says:

January 23, 2010 at 12:50 pm

You should wear a leotard with tights and leg warmers. It is your style. You still have the body to wear it!

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Veronica W. says:

January 23, 2010 at 1:39 pm

My mother (aged 67) and I (45) have both been long time fans of your workout videos/DVDs. Up to several years ago my mom could still do the low impact exercises on the personal trainer series – well, most of it anyway. We are both SOOOO excited that you have new exercise DVDs coming soon – and for OUR age groups!! Can’t wait….

We have a request. Yoga and pilates have gotten so trendy in recent years, the fitness market is flooded with these exercise products. Which is fine, flexibility, muscle toning and balance are very important for older women. But we want some good, safe (easy on the joints) AEROBIC work included too. My mom can’t run around anymore, and she can’t swim, but surely there is something she can do to get the benefits of aerobic exercise?

Thanks so much. We wait eagerly…

Veronica W.

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- Jane says:
  
  January 23, 2010 at 4:00 pm
  
  Trust me, Veronica, I will do an aerobic tape that is totally safe and doable for us boomers (and up).
  
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jeannette says:

January 23, 2010 at 1:56 pm

thank you so much – we can always count on you!

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Judith K. Thome says:

January 23, 2010 at 3:19 pm

Jane,

Love your exercise videos. So happy you are doing a new one(s) that will focus on us baby boomers. I still have your VHS tape – on low impact step aerobics and keep running it over and over. I live by that one. Again, so excited about your new one and can hardly wait. You Go Girl!

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millie says:

January 23, 2010 at 3:35 pm

Will look forward to learning ways to strengthen the core!…at home with ease, hopefully. Is it true that if the core is strong, back is too? A trim core for a 73 yr. old!!! Help!

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- Jane says:
  
  January 23, 2010 at 3:58 pm
  
  Back is part of the core. When we talk about the core, I think we mean strengthening not just the large muscles like the gluteals, the quads, the abs but the smaller, connective muscles. That’s why, with “core” training we want you todo them in a position of instability…on a ball, on a tittering board or an inflatable “pancake” so those smaller muscles are recruited into action. Believe me, as you age, these smaller muscles are even more critical.xx
  
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susan callaway says:

January 23, 2010 at 3:36 pm

i don’t know if you got what i just sent.. i think you shuld wear colorful leggings and cute flowy shorts over with very cute t-shirt

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frederique dhenein says:

January 23, 2010 at 3:37 pm

i wonder why some old vids that were pretty good, were’nt turned into Dvds for Europe? whishing you lots of fun,in the making of your new ones!!frederique dhenein

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susan callaway says:

January 23, 2010 at 3:38 pm

you started me exercising in 1983 and i have never stopped… 5′5″ tall weigh about 108 and very fit.. thank you

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Pat Simons says:

January 24, 2010 at 12:41 pm

Jane, I have been waiting for years for the original step workout with Jeannie, Laurel and Mark to come out on DVD. I still have my step. Could you incorporate some stepping in the new workout? Thanks. and thanks for your efforts.

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SHARONANN says:

January 24, 2010 at 1:38 pm

This blog gives me the opportunity to tell you directly “Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Jane Fonda.” I had one item on my ‘bucket list’: to climb a rock wall and ring the bell. Last month on my 65th birthday my 5 grandchildren and the rest of their families and my husband took me to a Sports Complex to cheer, guide and encourage me to reach the top. I did and I rang the bell.

I, too, have used all your videos and tapes (like the one for walking) at one time or another. I stayed with your videos because it was easy to follow your instructions. I could do the exercises without watching the video. And, I became familiar with your vocabulary.

Because of osteoporosis, I have been using the weights video (increasing the lbs and repetitions over the years) and yoga and the treadmill. I had to buy a new machine to play the video on since I couldn’t find the videos in a DVD.

Despite osteoporosis (hereditary) and a pacemaker (nerve blockage in the heart), I am in excellent health, within my BMI range, good cholesterol levels, emotionally grounded and mentally alert, all of which I attribute to your exercise videos.

Because of my muscle strength, flexibility and stamina, I knew I could conquer a rock wall. Thank you again.

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Diana Isabel says:

January 24, 2010 at 3:24 pm

Dearest Jane,

I was in boarding school in England in 1985 doing your workout with my best friend Emma Goude. We pulled one hour everyday but Sunday and then went out to do the school’s sports.

I love LOVE the idea that you are bringing back another DVD, I’ll be the first one in line.

Love,
Diana Isabel

P.S. I was very surprised that you didn’t mention JEFF BRIDGES in your past post. Don’t you love that he is finally rolling on top of the silver wave crest. I am so happy for him. It’s about time, Hollywood, rendered him with the proper accolades he deserves, and he is such a fantastic actor, husband, friend, I adore him, don’t you…?

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Abby says:

January 24, 2010 at 8:34 pm

Leotard, tights and leg warmers? That’s so 80’s! Why not wear yoga pants that are fitted yet comfortable and a fitted sleeveless tank – maybe a racerback. This way we can still see your movements and follow your exercises and you can be comfortable w/o out looking dated.

Question: have you ever had a pulled hamstring and if so, how did you get rid of the pain? After a year it hasn’t gone away; I’m in PT and they keep stressing to strengthen my core by doing stomach exercises plus leg and butt lifts but the pain has not diminished at all. Both yoga and working out is out of the question til this goes away! Any advice?

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- Jane says:
  
  January 24, 2010 at 8:43 pm
  
  Dear Abby, I have not pulled a hamstring but if you have had this pain for a year you MUST see a physical therapist, the kind that does deep manual work. In searching for your own manual therapist, what you want to look for are the letters OSC (orthopedic clinical specialist) or SCS (sports clinical specialist) following their name. Or you can Google the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA.org). Once there, go into “certified clinic specialists”, then into the “Directory” which will ask for the specialty you are looking for (orthopedic or sports) as well as your city and state.
  
  Get the therapist’s help in understanding the underlying causes of your problem: what muscle weaknesses and joint immobility brought you into therapy and what exercises you can do to address them.
  
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Kelly says:

January 25, 2010 at 12:11 am

I posted this a few days ago but I don’t see it here. I’ll do it again. I think you should not wear anything baggy. All the people in the video should be in their 60’s and 70’s. I think you should wear a leotard type top with a skirt for the bottom. Its kinda hard to explain, but the skirt is above mid thigh and it looks Grecian. You should rock the leg warmers but I’m not so sure about the head band. As far as colors, red looks great on you.

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cindy chong says:

January 25, 2010 at 4:01 am

I am also waiting for your new DVD release. I have been following most of your workout and long for some to be converted to DVD, like the lean routine, also step areobics. Since you will be releasing some new ones, I am now patiently waiting for it to be released in our country, Malaysia. Thanks so much, I really love your workout out, it is so educational and good.

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Tim D says:

January 25, 2010 at 11:39 am

My mother owned a video store in the early days of the video revolution, and I remember when your tape launched, not to mention the lines and the excitement. I don’t think you get enough credit so make sure you damn well take it!

As for clothing, you were a pioneer the first time — defining an industry — so just trust your gut. I have a feeling more casual, less outfitty, is probably the way to go.

Oh, by the way, my mother has rheumatoid arthritis, which has gnarled her feet a bit, making her a little unstable. I’ve been constantly prodding her to do more exercise, so if there is anything in your upcoming tape I’d be hugely grateful. Maybe you can diversify into sub-categories with future tapes, targeted to specific illnesses? Literally, Jane Fonda’s Workout for Rheumatoid Arthritis and so on. Pick the top conditions; it will take off like a rocket and give so many people hope.

Good luck, you’re awesome. (Watched “9 to 5″ 200+ times as a kid…)

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Bill says:

January 25, 2010 at 12:35 pm

Jane-
This is very exciting. Anything that gets people moving and feeling better about themselves is great. You did it before…..and WOW….you’re gonna do it again. A yoga tape would be great too. Wear whatever you want….you certainly don’t need us to tell you….you’ve been a fashion icon since the sixies!!

Love Ya,
Bill

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LongtimeFan says:

January 25, 2010 at 2:11 pm

I’m eagerly anticipating this! I still do the floorwork from Lower Body Solution as an “add on” to my other workouts.

What to wear: Yoga pants are comfortable but still show off your figure without revealing a lot of skin. Then wear a supportive, clingy tee for the same reason. Perhaps design and sell your own line of workout gear! I am nearing 60 and, while I have a very good figure from decades of exercise, my skin isn’t as firm or smooth as it used to be, so I like the covered up yet revealing look.

I cannot do high impact aerobics or step any more, so I’m looking forward to your low impact, joint friendly workout. I definitely need core work, too. Please have “modifiers” — background exercisers — to show advanced and beginner moves for each exercise. That way, beginners can work their way up and intermediate and advanced exercisers like me will still be challenged.

Thank you so much for your contribution to women’s health and fitness!

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Sharon says:

January 25, 2010 at 2:52 pm

I guess I’m the target audience (I’m 65) — I started with the original Workout vinyl in 1982. I think you should wear whatever is comfortable. I agree that yoga pants and an exercise top are comfortable and show alignment. When I go to yoga class I wear leggings or semi-baggy capris. I’m clumsy and am likely to trip myself up with even a slight flare. Not pretty when you’re kicking up into handstand.

I wish you luck.

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Lorena Sulbarán Guerrero says:

January 25, 2010 at 2:52 pm

That good news Jane¡¡¡

The videos which I do aerobics, are excellent and full with positive energy, I did not feel this time ago…this spirit are fantastic¡¡¡ Whit your videos I’m loading my mental hard drive of pure energy =) No matter where the place, not care about clothes, excuse my… I say to me is not important, the most important is the spirit, a trainer and good sneakers to avoid physical trauma.

Bye,
Hasta la vista
LOrena

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Jeanine says:

January 30, 2010 at 6:52 pm

I remember with great fondness the first Jane Fonda Workout video. (I’m 46) I would love it if it had retro touches from the very first video; music, clothing, studio, fellow exercisers, routine, format. Replace the the old exercises with updated versions that replace the former ones. Thanks for getting America to exercise. Can you call it The 30th Anniversary Edition?

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Jason says:

January 31, 2010 at 12:04 am

Dear Jane,

I’m 37 years old and used to do your “Total Body Sculpting” tape (later DVD) all the time! In fact, you taught me how to lift weights correctly, with proper form. Later when I joined a gym, I wasn’t as intimidated since I knew how to lift weights.

I also used to do your Step Aerobics tape. Even though you didn’t teach that class, I enjoyed the abs portion with you at the end. One thing about the way you teach — you seem to know exactly when to remind us to use proper form, or to breathe, or even encouraging us.

I stopped working out this past year. It hasn’t been good for me to not work out — it’s caused me to get much skinnier, and not feel like eating much. Plus it’s caused me to feel really depressed.

I never felt better in my life than I did when I was working out to your tapes. It helped me feel less depressed and confident about my body.

Good luck with the new workouts.

Jason

P.S. I’m torn about what you should wear. I liked the idea of bringing back the leotard and belt, like you wore in Total Body Sculpting. Even now, that looks great. On the other hand, yoga pans are still form-fitting while being comfortable.

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Ana Banana says:

February 1, 2010 at 7:11 pm

Jane

You inspire three generations of women in my family: me (35), my mum (59), my aunt (60) and my late grandma who loved everything you did.

My mother is having a knee replacement in March and hopes to get fit by the time your DVDs come out. She is a good looking woman just like you and I am so glad she has something to look forward to after the operation.

I am sure you won’t have a problem with choosing what to wear. Light silky yoga trousers and a black long sleeved body would do!

Good luck with the series.

Ana
London, UK

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- Jane says:
  
  February 4, 2010 at 2:16 pm
  
  Good ideas. Thanks. Tell your mom to do all the therapy post op. That’s critical.
  
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Silvia says:

February 1, 2010 at 11:44 pm

Great news! , I can’t wait for the DVD.
For some reason I wouldn’t recommend leotards and leg warmers just because they would look kind of dated in my opinion. While a nice pair of bamboo yoga pants and a top would seem comfortable for our age group.
I own every video you ever made (except the ones for pregnancy ) and while I had them on VHS, I later bought the DVDs of the Personal Trainer series as well.

I’m 71 now and still going strong. I bought me a Reformer Pilates and use it several times a week, and do daily Qigong and Yoga routines. I feel that at our age, keeping the joints moving is a must.
I have my Dr’s blessing for all of the above specially to keep my herniated disk from acting up. So far so good.
I just can’t wait for your new workout. Keep up posted on it. Please!!!

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- Jane says:
  
  February 4, 2010 at 2:15 pm
  
  Brava to you, Silvia. Way to go. Thanks for the suggestions.
  
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yvonne ackley says:

February 3, 2010 at 4:43 pm

Hi Jane Fonda, I can not believe I am able to talk to you! Over twenty years ago after my third and last child was born I decided I wanted a diferent approach to fitness. Not as much running and a way I could stay in shape and be a mother to a newborn and two other busy children. I began with your record and then quickly moved on to so many videos! Today I am a yoga teacher, a certified walk leader and continue doing my aerobics! Thank you Jane Fonda! You have always been a true role model to me.(P.S. I think you should wear what works for you.)I am 58 years old and still feeling the burn!

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Tina says:

February 6, 2010 at 11:13 am

It’s heartening to hear that you’ll step up and lead the way again in exercise for adults, Jane. I used your original book (still have it) to exercise by for years, and still refer to it.

I’ll be 60 this year, and have found very little that satisfying by way of exercise programs and dvd’s that addresses the fitness needs of women my age and older. I’ve also never found an exercise class for older women of modest means who are in decent shape but perhaps not able to keep up with the 20-30 year old set, as we could at that age – and I live in NYC. I would love to have your new materials lead to classes as well.

I lap swim regularly, and have put together my own free weight program (I don’t like machines) but I really miss just a basic workout for each body part that’s put together in a good fitness routine from head to toe. I always loved that about your earlier book and tapes.

As for what to wear, I’d go with the yoga pants and a fitted but comfortable top. Women of all ages wear this when exercising. Though I do weights and floor exercises in the privacy of my apartment, the first thing I did was to buy yoga pants and a fitted top.

Good luck, and I can’t wait to buy the dvd!

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Sandra Clarke says:

February 11, 2010 at 8:09 pm

Hello,Jane. Your Start-Up video is still great. The classical music is soothing yet energizing.
Those types of gentle movements would be great to see in your new DVD. The clothing you and your class wore in the Light Aerobics and Stress Reduction Program is so pretty and colorful. It would be nice to see you wearing those pastel colors again. The socks even stand out. You look very comfortable and natural in that video. A repeat of something similar would look beautiful.
The Walk-Out tapes have stood the test of time, too. Would you care to comment on which of your exercise videos you like the most? All the best with your new DVD.

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Brandon Lahren says:

February 14, 2010 at 6:40 pm

Dear Jane,
I think you should wear blue. I’m not sure if you’ll remember me, but we did yoga together in your Atlanta loft on August 4, 2000, a private class auctioned off to raise money for your daughter’s cooperative preschool. You were so gracious and lovely that day when dealing with my “screaming-girl-at-a-Beatles-concert” like fanaticism. As always, your fitness programs remain a constant in my life. Of the 17 videos I use, I find blue to be your favored outfit color choice leading with 5 different leotard hues. I like the robin’s egg or turquoise shades on you best.
Take care, be strong,
Brandon Lahren

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- Jane says:
  
  February 15, 2010 at 9:32 pm
  
  Wow! Thanks for remembering, Brandon. I will think on it. Somehow these days I”m taken with yellow.
  
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Carolyn says:

February 16, 2010 at 2:03 pm

Jane,
I am thrilled that you are updating your workouts. I have been using almost, but not quite, worn out videos from your collection for many years. I started with the vinyl! The Light aerobics with stretch out and stress reduction is a favorite of mine. Whenever I fall off the wagon and then get back on I turn on one of your tapes and feel like I’m visiting an old firend. You have brought me so much joy,fun and motivation! Thank you!!

As for outfits, I’m with Jason, If you look good in a leotard by all means wear one! If it’s a little ify go with yoga clothes.

You are a beacon to many of us and I truly am grateful.

Carolyn Asbury

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Rita says:

February 22, 2010 at 11:20 am

I can’t wait for the new DVDs to come out. I still have a copy of the first one you did on vinyl, not even a VHS tape. I used to come home from work everyday and workout to your voice. Loved it.

Rita

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Merry Faith says:

February 23, 2010 at 11:34 pm

I love you for your workout tapes, Jane. I made a friend named Janet in 1981 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her boyfriend and love was Gap Mangione (Chuck’s brother) who was playing at the Sheraton in the Old Town section of Albuquerque…In the few days we hung out, my ex-husband and I got to know them pretty well and really had a good time. Janet told me about your video (the first of yours) and she was so pretty and fit, I knew I was definately buying it.

Well, Jane, I adored it as much as she. When I was pregnant with my daughter I did your workout and swam regularly and then later followed your workout videos as you came out with new ones.

Thank you so much for your contribution to fitness. When Life gets me down, I at least feel good and strong in the talking care of myself…along with a physical confirmation.

Good wishes for a good life in every weigh.

Love,

Mary
Pacific Beach

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Cathy says:

March 2, 2010 at 2:16 pm

Hi Jane -

Ha! I still use your workout tapes every week — including the workout with weights, complete workout, low impact aerobics & relaxation, etc. And then there is the orignal workout book you did.

I’ve had most of them for YEARS, but just love doing them.

This morning, I had a crazy idea to look on the internet to see if you’ve done any lately. And I’m excited to say I found your site and the fact you are doing a new one.

I am 56 years old and have been enjoying the benefits of your exercises since the early 80s.

Thanks so much!

Cathy
Aloha, Oregon

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