Hi,

For young Moms or us over 40 Moms like myself, cardio-kickboxing is great! Not only do you get a cardio workout, but you do build muscles and on days when you need to get that frustration out, hitting that bag is great!

I may not be as swift as those young ladies, but I get a good workout, get sweaty and sore!  Though your tired right after the class, within about 2 hours, I feel like I have more energy for the day.

I was taking classes for about two months and then had some surgery so I had another two months off and boy did I miss that class. I was noticing just after two months  that I had more definition in my arms and that flabby part started to firm up!  So, if you have flabby arms this is great workout!

The only special equipment you need are boxing gloves and most places have them for you to purchase. I also use a separate pair of athletic shoes that are lighter and easier to be on my toes when punching or kicking the bag.  

Check in your area for a place that offers these classes. Most will even give you a free tryout day. I did that to make sure it was for me. 

If you live near the Lake St. Louis area, check out  Blue Wave Fitness. Master David Blevins is the owner/instructor and a black belt too!  He not only offers cardio-kickboxing, but Fitness Boot Camp classes. http://bwmac.com/  My daughter is taking a boot camp now and loves it.  I may have to try that in the Fall, when it's a little cooler outside.   

Search the internet for cardio-kickboxing for more info. Here are a few more sites for you:

  http://www.cardiokickboxing.org/

http://www.womenfitness.net/cardio_kickboxing.htm

Oh, one last thing, if you hated aerobic classes like me, you will like this class! 

Just my opinion,

Mic