Fitness Buzz: July 23, 2008 Kickboxing Still In Vogue? You bet your Supermodel! In a recent article in Men's Vogue, the writer raved about my friend Michael Olajide (pronounced "Ola-jeed"), the former Number One middleweight champion of the world who's making headlines with his Aerospace Fitness Center in Manhattan. The article confirms what many fitness buffs already know: boxers are still the best-conditioned athletes. If you're looking for a lean, sculpted body, take note! Whether your goal is to get into tip-top shape–like actress Karlina Kurkova, who used Michael's workouts to prep for her role in the upcoming film G.I. Joe ("I have tried a lot of things ...this is the best!")–or you just need a healthy way to blow off some steam, like Brazilian model Adriana Lima ("I love it! But I don't like to hit people ... just the bags")– this might be the training method for you. I was fortunate enough to work with Michael a few years back on my Aerobox Workout. Not long after that, I also collaborated with another boxing champ, Keith Cooke, a 5 time World Champion in Martial Arts, to create my Kickboxing Workout. Reading the article about Michael and then dropping by Keith's studio for a kickboxing class, I was reminded how effective these workouts are, especially when you need to recharge your regimen. Both my Aerobox and Kickboxing routines pack a punch by using true-to-form boxing techniques and martial arts moves designed to sculpt, slim and tone your entire body while building stamina, endurance and agility. You get both on my Cardio Knockout DVD, which also includes a terrific bonus Tai Chi workout for balance. Punch Up Your Workout Routine! Pick up my Cardio Knockout today and SAVE 15%! 3 Routines...Kickboxing, Aerobox, and Tai Chi Top 3 Reasons We Love Kickboxing... 1. Burns 500-800 calories per hour! 2. Sculpts arms, shoulders, abs, thighs, and butt in ONE workout! 3. Perfect "Stress Buster"...and better than beating up your archenemy! 7 Tips to Rock Those Moves: • Jabs – Fast surprise punches...strike quickly with control. • Cross – Force comes from the hips; use your core for a more powerful punch. • Hook – Perfect this pivoting motion by imagining crushing a cigarette with the ball of your foot. • Upper Cut – Drive the punch from your legs...Don't punch up past your nose. • Front Kick – Picture kicking a door open with your foot. • Roundhouse Kick – Slap your imaginary target with your shoelaces. • Side Kick – Kick "through" your target with your heel. So give your system a "one-two punch." The first punch is mixing up your workouts...and the second is making sure you get enough protein throughout the day! Protein shakes are a "must" in my routine – and they make a surprisingly tasty treat. Click here to try my favorite "Choco-Monkey" recipe, it's the perfect way to boost your energy levels, especially after a kickboxing workout! Try Cardio Knockout today, and become a "champion" in record time!