[Question] Workout DVDs
Well, my Florida trip was a blast, but those three weeks of not goign to weigh-in are demanding payback. I'm up 5 lbs (OUCH), but I'm sure I can get it off. I'm back on track with the tracker and my eating habits, but I have a big problem with the exercise part
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- 30 Day Shred. It's pretty challenging (for me) but it's really short (20 mins) so it's good for days when you're short on time. I actually have only done level 1 because I don't do it that often - I do longer cardio most days so I only do the shred once a week or every two weeks or so. You don't need much, just light weights, and you can increase the weights for a harder workout (I alternate between 3 lb and 5 lb weights depending on the exercise)
- Jillian Michaels' cardio kickbox DVD, and Frontside and Backside DVD. I got these in a set for Christmas from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-Ultimate-Beginners-Frontside/dp/B000X44XPQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1263701907&sr=8-2 but you can also buy them separately from Amazon. The cardio kickbox is a bit easier than the shred but is similar in that it is fairly intense and only 20 minutes. The Frontside and Backside videos are definitely more beginner-oriented but I really like them. They're about 40 minutes a piece and she does circuit training by doing cardio, strength, and abs (similar to the Shred, but a LOT easier and more focused on strength training). I do the Frontside/Backside videos for my less intense workouts. They just require small weights. Resistance bands are good for it too but you can do it without them. You don't need any equipment for the cardio kickbox.
- I have an aerobics step and if you want to get a really good endurance workout I really recommend investing in one if you have the funds. They are sort of pricy though (like $80-$90 for a good one, though I think you can find them for $30 or $40) but they last forever, there are tons of different DVDs you can use and it's a GREAT workout. If you do get a step, I really highly recommend Gin Miller's video for beginners called Everybody Steps which I think is around 45 minutes. She teaches all the basic moves which is good for someone who is really uncoordinated like me. Step is really 80s and dorky but it's fun for me and keeps me interested. She has a video called "Simply Step" too which is a lot harder and really kicks my butt - it's about 50-60 minutes and I do it on the days where I know I need a really good workout.
- My sister had a DVD called Pilates for Dummies that she swears by. I didn't have the chance to ever try it out though.
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