If you have ever stayed up late at night or watched early Saturday morning television you may have come across an infomercial for The Firm workouts. The thing that most people don't know is that The Firm workouts are not something that is new. In fact The Firm was established in 1979 and started producing workout videos in the mid 80's. One of their first workout video called The Firm: Volume 1 Total-body Aerobic Workout with Weights is still one of the best workout videos that you can do and, yes, it is from the 80's.

This Firm workout from the 80's is instructed by Sharon Harris who leads the workout through a series of aerobic exercises. If you have never done a Firm workout then you may not know that they are not known for being the easiest videos. This 80's workout will definitely have you sweating and you will be feeling it the next day.

The workout video is geared towards toning and slimming the entire body. It involves a weight training section as well as the aerobic workout which gives your body a complete workout in less time than you may think. It's easy to follow and the moves are not very complicated at all. Although the exercises are easy to follow don't assume that they are not effective. Even with this workout being from the 80's most of these exercises are still done in current workout videos because they are exercises that work.

The Firm: Volume One consists of both standing and floor workouts. It has an upper body section as well as a lower body section. If you don't like leg lifts or squats then this may not be the video for you. There is no denying that this workout will have your buns sore the next day.

If you are used to the newer Firm workouts than you may want to check this classic workout out as well. For being released in the 80's the music is not that bad although the workout clothing and hair styles may leave something to be desired. The clothing aside, The Firm: Volume One is still a great choice for a total body workout. It can be a great workout to add to your fitness routine to get a full body workout in about an hour, even if it was made in the 80's.

If you are familiar with the health and workout industry you may know who Joanie Greggains. You may know her from her radio show or her popular exercise show Morning Stretch. What you may not know her from is the 1980's workout video Joanie Greggains' Super Stomachs.

Super Stomachs was one of Joanie's first workout videos but just because she was just starting out in the industry doesn't mean that her video won't give you a fantastic workout. If you want a flat midsection then her tape can help you achieve it.

The great thing about this workout video is that it is only 15 minutes long but is super focused and will have your stomach muscles hurting in no time. Joanie designed the workout to help you strengthen and tone your stomach while helping to melt away belly fat as well. It just doesn't focus on one part of the stomach but has exercises for every part of the midsection, including the love handles and the lower abdominals.

Super Stomachs is a good choice for both beginners as well as advanced people. Joanie gives alternate options for the exercises that are both easier and harder for all types of levels. This makes the workout even better because you can grow with it and you most likely will never outgrow the workout because of the more advanced options.

You have to remember that this workout video is from the 1980s so the music choice may not be what you hear on the radio today but it is still upbeat and gets you moving. Although the music may be out of date, the exercises are not. These moves are not your basic crunch or sit-up. Once you get past the music and clothing choices you will find one of the best workouts for your stomach.

If you really want an abdominal workout that has proven the test of time, then Joanie Greggains' Super Stomachs may be the right choice for you.