Hi,
I was wondering if anyone has workout DVD recommendations. I have been doing the Jillian Michaels DVDs (30 day shred, No more trouble zones, Last Chance Workout) for a while now. While I love those, I am looking for something around those lines - same level of intensity. Any suggestions. I also run - but am looking to add some new DVDs for my home workout for the days that I can't make it out for a run and also to keep it new and interesting.
Just as a side note- for those looking to get into Jillian Michaels DVD workouts - start with the Beginner Frontside and Beginner Backside DVDs- great starting point and you can be move on from them in a few weeks to 30 day shred.
Thanks,
Aarti.
I also did the 30 day shred, then moved on to P90X - I did the classic version of P90X, then did another 90 days in the lean version. AWESOME!! Now just for something different I'm doing Slim in 6 (another beachbody workout like p90x). If I were you I'd go to beachbody.com and look through their workouts to see which one might be best for you. They work!!! I like their vitamins too.
I did the shred too for 2 months. Then i bought everything else she makes. I like her teaching style and the variety in which she works me out. To optimize calorie loss. Other than what you mentioned I have her dvds 'yoga meltdown"(its like the shred, two levels, 2 degrees of intensity), "Burn fat and boost metabolism"(40 minutes, involves kickboxing and shred-like variety) "Shred it with weights"(involves kettle balls this is my favorite)"6 week 6 pack"(like the shred, 2 levels with two degrees of intensity, involves barbell weights)
other than Jillians stuff i have "10 minute solutions pilates" "gaim pilates" and "ab burn with jeannette jenkins"(involves a stability ball)
I just started "Gaim stability ball workout" it came with ball i ordered. it has an elastic band that comes with that. i really like it. its low impact, not intense and is great for the days that i need to take it easy. I work out every day so on the days i need a little rest i do pilates and stability ball workouts.
Im looking for good videos for dance workouts,medicine ball work outs, and kickboxing. I ordered some on netflix to try out.
My husband and i are going to try the p90x at summers end, im also going to sign up for hot yoga classes.
Cathe Friedrich will kick your a** all over the place! :)
I love her and have been working out with her for years. She's TOUGH!
I have Bob Harper's Inside Out cardio and super strength - both are good 60 minute workouts . PX90 is a good system, too. Just make sure you look to buy it on ebay or craigslist for much cheaper.
I posted a few days ago that zumba dvds worked for me and i lost my muffin top but mamapedia deleted my post! UGH. but to answer ur question, zumba dvds. loving it, in less than two months i have lost two sizes
P90x... AWESOME workout, very intense but you can go at your own pace and level!
Check into some jump rope DVDs. My library has a couple videos on rope sport, one is beginning, to easy, the other one is pretty good. A Kathy Smith Fat Burning video has one segment where it's a kick box/jump rope. It's 17 minutes of intense workout. I do it without the rope (basement ceiling is too low).
I have a Kathy Smith: Time Saving Lose Weight with Weights that I like. It has 2 20 minute segments, 1 for upper body and 1 for lower body. There is a 7 minute ab section at the end. I change the intensity by increasing the weights.
Just found an Amy Dixon DVD at the library. Give me 10. The first workout is cardio and I liked it, something different.
If you have room for a step, that could be a good intense workout. Amy Dixon has a DVD that uses step that I haven't tried (again - low ceilings in the basement).
--A.
Bob Harper dvd's are fantastic. He is really inspirational and has the different levels like Jillian. Target and Walmart usually have them for around 10 bucks.
