Billy Blanks Movies

Fitness guru Billy Blanks strikes again with The Best of Tae-Bo: Ultimate Abs. Not for the faint of heart, this fast paced videotape concentrates entirely on the abdominal area by using a variety of advanced toning and muscle building exercises. The best part about the workout is that it features both standing and sitting exercises, creating an increased capacity to burn fat while simultaneously toning the tummy. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

Tae Bo Focus: Abs & Glutes is an intense toning workout from martial arts master Billy Blanks. Leading a large class with his faith-based enthusiasm, Blanks begins with a kickboxing warm-up and moves on to toning exercises focusing on the abdominals and lower body. The music features pop classics like "Boogie Fever" and "Summer Lovers." This 30-minute fast-paced video is recommended for advanced fitness levels. Beginners and intermediate fitness levels are encouraged to do the exercises at half speed. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, All Movie Guide

The Best of Tae Bo: Ultimate Lower Body a collection of excercise segments from the popular Tae Bo series designed to work the quads, calves, and feet. Karate black belt and Golden Gloves champion Billy Blanks is your instructor for this high-intensity workout. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, All Movie Guide

Billy Blanks became one of the biggest names in fitness when he exploded onto the scene with his Tae-Bo instructional videos. This set of videos is designed for people already familiar with Tae-Bo techniques. Those interested in starting on the program at an easier level should consider the Tae-Bo II: Get Ripped Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 Workout set. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

In his latest release, Tae Bo guru Billy Blanks pumps up his Tae Bo punch and kick workout with a spiritually uplifting gospel soundtrack. Viewers will recognize this Tae Bo-style aerobic workout, as well as Blanks' legendary enthusiasm as he leads a diverse group through the 26-minute workout. What's fresh about this edition is the inclusion of the soaring gospel soundtrack that features songs with titles like, "I Will Bless the Lord," "You Can Praise Him," "He Can Work It Out," and "Highest Praise." Beginners new to Tae Bo will benefit from the 38-minute bonus section that breaks down the workout in straight instructional form. ~ Sean Hurley, All Movie Guide

This video is one of the highly aerobic and entertaining kickboxing exercise routines put out by martial arts master Billy Blanks. The seven-time World Martial Arts champion has developed a total body fitness system that has become widely acclaimed and has made him wildly popular among celebrities and ordinary people alike. As with all the Tae Bo videos, there is an introduction for the student to gain an understanding of the proper form for the safe and effective use of the program. The workout then moves on to routines which strengthen and tone the entire body, with a mix of boxing punches and martial arts kicks. Set to music with a steady beat and the engaging Billy Blanks' constant encouragement, the Tae-Bo workout leaves the body and mind energized. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

The live version of the fourth and final volume of the Tae Bo workout series. Led by instructor Billy Blanks, this video offers two eight-minute, power-packed workouts. Incorporating all of the basic moves used in the other videos, these condensed workouts are ideal for days when exercise time is short. Appropriate for all fitness levels.
~ Sarah Block, All Movie Guide

Punch and kick your way to fitness with this two-part exercise video hosted by World Martial Arts champion Billy Blanks. In part one, Blanks teaches the basic concepts and moves behind Tae-Bo, which combines aerobics, kickboxing and martial arts techniques for an exercise regime that tones the body, builds energy and works off tension and aggression. Once you've learned the steps, you can move on to part two, in which Blanks leads the viewer through a 27-minute Tae-Bo workout. Blanks' program has earned him wide acclaim for his charisma and motivational attitude as an instructor; in addition to his career in martial arts and fitness, he worked as an actor and fight choreographer on a number of motion pictures. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Non-stop martial arts, boxing, and aerobics action! Instructor Billy Blanks takes his popular Tae-Bo basic workout live. The second in a four-part series, this volume shows Blanks combining the punches, kicks, and aerobic moves that were taught in the instructional video into a blood-pumping, 27-minute, full-body workout routine. Requires no equipment except a smooth surface to work out on. Appropriate for all fitness levels.
~ Sarah Block, All Movie Guide

In this first episode of a two-part story, Ross' (George Clooney) maverick behavior catches up with him when his unauthorized treatment of ALD patient Ricky Abbott (Kyle Chambers) has fatal consequences. This tragedy has long-reaching consequences for others in the ER, beginning with the closing of Carol's (Julianna Margulies) free clinic. Elsewhere, former antagonists Carter (Noah Wyle) and Lucy (Kellie Martin) grow quite fond of one another; Benton (Eriq La Salle) all but depletes his bank account to pay for a sign-language tutor (Marlee Matlin) so that he can communicate with his son, Reese; and Nigerian janitor Mobelage (Djimon Hounsou) balks at telling his wife the real reason that he suffers from severe back pains and impotence. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Fitness sensation Billy Blanks prepares exercisers for his intense hour-long Tae bo workout with this instructional program. Blanks teaches the punches, kicks and turns with careful detail to form and safety. He encourages students to take their time and use props like a chair or wall for support and balance while learning the moves. He also uses his students to demonstrate the exercises while he points out target areas and specific techniques. Blanks recommends that the viewer watch and practice with the instructional tape until the moves feel natural and learned before moving into the full workout. Recommended for all fitness levels. ~ Heather M. Fierst, All Movie Guide