“Deathcember” director Ama Lea and Vanessa Decker, the host of Bloody Disgusting’s “Hello Horror,” have combined talents to create an unparalleled workout experience that blends heart-pounding fitness routines with the spine-tingling suspense of vintage 80’s horror. The “Slashercise” DVD series promises to combine everything loved about 80’s classic horror and fitness into a full-fledged, digital format exercise program.
“Slashercise” is a unique fusion of fitness and fear with a home workout routine that plays out like scenes in a horror movie. The series is the horror genre’s answer to the latest iteration of the at-home workout generation and features real workouts, real horror, and real fun.
Slashercise was conceived by Decker and Lea at the onset of the pandemic when at-home exercise had its
most significant resurgence since Jane Fonda donned spandex. Joined by the producing team, Claire
Dunlap (Event Producer of Spooky Swap Meet, Midsummer Scream), Lindsay Hearts (CEO & Designer at FOXBLOOD), Diana Prince (“The Last Drive-in with Joe Bob Briggs”), and Kira Von Sutra (Artist), “Slashercise” was born.
“Slashercise” is a complete exercise plan that introduces a series of high-intensity workouts inspired by iconic horror themes. From cardio sessions set to the beats of a menacing synthwave soundtrack created by macabre maestro Travis Bacon to strength training routines that’ll mirror the struggles of a long night of final girl survival, each workout is carefully crafted to keep participants on the edge of their exercise mats. Celebrated for her passion for all things horror, Vanessa Decker injects the workouts with her unique personality and insights. From eerie warm-ups to pulse-pounding cardio, Decker’s presence adds a layer of authenticity and excitement that horror fans will appreciate.
The horror of “Slashercise” is led by the unique slasher, Meathead. ‘What’s the worst thing you can imagine at the gym?’ Vanessa asked Ama. “A creepy dude invading my space?” “Close! A gym bro, aka MEATHEAD!” Meathead appears throughout the DVD, causing havoc and mayhem on the film set and leading the various workouts.
The hour-plus workout DVD is broken out into four sections, allowing you to target specific areas of the body, including arms, back, and chest, legs and booty, aerobics, and even includes an invigorating striptease section to add a little fun to your routine.
The series is intended to be inclusive of all body types (except for the dead body type) and offers customizable intensity levels. Choose the “Slasher” level for a spine-tingling but manageable workout, or dive into the heart-pounding challenge of the “Final Girl” level for a truly intense fitness experience.
Between workouts, the DVD features short horror sketches highlighted by celebrity cameo appearances, including Felissa Rose (“Sleepaway Camp”), Diana Prince, and Spencer Charnas from Ice Nine Kills.
The DVD also features exclusive bonus content, including behind-the-screams footage, interviews with Ama Lea and Vanessa Decker, and more.
“Slashercise” is more than a workout; it’s a horror-fueled journey that invites fitness enthusiasts and horror fans alike to push their limits while embracing the thrill of the unknown. With Lea’s directorial expertise and Decker’s infectious passion for horror, this collaboration offers something fresh to the fitness landscape.
The “Slashercise Vol 1” DVD is available for pre-order now at Slashercise.com and will be released in March 2024.
