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| Review Date: December 23, 2005 |
| Reviewer: Dotti Zupko, New Mexico, USA |
| I bought this mostly because I thoroughly enjoyed the show and definately preferred Bob's training style over Jillian's. I consider myself intermediate/advanced when I purchase workouts. After doing this workout the day I received - - I can definately see why the participants lose weight in the show. This is an EXCELLENT workout and it made me SWEAT. I programmed 60 minutes of workout my first time out and this definately will burn calories and get your heart pumping. The fact you can program what you wish to do is a wonderful feature that you don't receive with workouts costing twice this price. For this price you definately can't go wrong. This is definately a "keeper" workout in my workout regimen. |
Real to life and the needs of an exerciser...oh, and fun too!
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| Review Date: December 21, 2005 |
| Reviewer: V. A. Coleman, NY, NY |
I purchased this DVD on 12/20/05 in a local store. When I got home I looked to Amazon.com for a review and realized that I bought it on the first available date. I wanted to see how it was before I opened the package. In my opinion there is nothing worse than spending money on a workout DVD and then never using it because it sucks. Based on the other review of the product I decided to use it today.
Now, I like the Biggest Loser but the show would depress me sometimes. I was wary about the DVD but thought that it would be a great option for someone like me. Due to massive changes in my life and schedule I've gained 20lbs this year. I recently decided that I could not continue sitting on my ass. I wanted a good workout DVD to use in the cold winter months (and get me through the holiday season).
I put the DVD in my player today and was pleasantly surprised by the content. I like the 6 week workout plan and the different options that are available. What I like most was that the cast participants are "real" during the workouts. They do not act like "workout robots". They struggle, laugh, groan, and sweat. I actually laughed along with them. I love how Matt messes up- I think that would make alot of men more comfortable with doing it.
Bob is really down to earth, too. He is motivating but sometimes I wish he would do more of the workout than "train" me. I glanced at the high impact workout and noticed that Bob barely did the moves. I guess that is probably better because I need someone to motivate me more than show me the moves. He stresses that it is more important to keep moving than to be perfect or hurt yourself.
I really look forward to doing this workout again. I want to do the Boot Camp part next week when it comes up on the plan. I also can't wait to see how I feel and look at the end of the 6 week plan. I definitely needed a DVD that gives me options and is realistic. I hope this DVD helps to keep me motivated and allows me to have fun while getting in shape.
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good workout
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| Review Date: January 5, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Victor Newman, shenandoah valley in va |
Real people doing a real workout...I really enjoyed this season of the Biggest Loser and it was a pleasure to watch and follow along/exercise with the people in this DVD. Sure, they didn't do each exercise perfectly or at the exact tempo (they're not robots afterall) but it's a lot of fun.
The exercises are manageable, that is, you can choose the intensity of the workouts and not feel like you're not "doing it right." You can pick and choose/program the type of workout you want to do: 1. Warm-up (5 minutes) 2. Low-intensity cardio (25 minutes) 3. High-intensity cardio (20 minutes) 4. Strength and sculpt (20 minutes) 5. Boot camp (20 minutes) and 6. Cool down (20 minutes). I felt very motivated to continue to exercise with this DVD unlike some other exercise videos. |
Never watched the show
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| Review Date: October 12, 2006 |
| Reviewer: D.M.K, Las Vegas, Nevada United States |
| Somebody gave me this workout, and it is really working, I ve lost 7 lbs in 2 weeks. 5x a week. I am 60 years young and this workout definetly makes you work. All the people whom are whining in the reviews are people who will never lose their weight, I ve seen it over and over,, They whine about this,whine about that, something is not perfect, so they stay 50 lbs overweight because they can never find the "perfect workout" Then, you have the exercise freaks who have been working out for years and are in great shape, whining that the workout is too easy.. Remember who this DVD is made for "Average, overweight, couch potatoes. In sum, a great exercise workout that will get you where you want to go, if you use it. |
best workout DVD I've tried.
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| Review Date: December 14, 2006 |
| Reviewer: yoga chick, Florida |
After being thin my entire life, I've gained 15 lbs in the past few years as I approach 40. I consider myself in reasonable shape b/c I walk and do yoga. I was worried this DVD would be too easy. It is definitely NOT too easy. I did the low impact cardio on the first day and it kicked my butt; however, unlike some other videos, I was able to do it from the start. It is terrific and motivating and I can see myself sticking to it and losing the weight I need to lose. None of the moves are too easy or too hard. Bob always shows an alternate move in case the moves are too difficult. He constantly says to work at your own pace and listen to your own body. Once I master the low impact, I can move onto the more difficult high impact. I've tried numerous videos in the past and found them so difficult (all of the "FIRM" videos) that I couldn't complete them. Sometimes even the alternate moves were too hard. This DVD is by far the best workout DVD I've tried.
INFO ABOUT THE 6 WEEK WORKOUT PLAN:: As for the complaints that there is supposed to be a 6 week workout plan and there isn't, those people did not notice a small misprint on the workout plan screen. It says weeks 1 - 3 (meaning 1,2,and 3), alternate workouts #1 and #3 (6 days a week). Then it says weeks 2 - 4, alternate workouts #2 and #4. It SHOULD say weeks 4 - 6 (meaning weeks 4,5, and 6), alternate workouts #2 and #4 (again, 6 days a week). Hope that helps! |
The Best Workout Ever
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| Review Date: April 3, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Nessie, Virginia Beach, VA |
| These are real people and gave me encouragement to workout. I have done the workout for 6 weeks now and my body is changing dramatically. I now do 2 of the workouts back to back in one day to increase the results. I was pushing a size 14 and this weekend I bought junior 9. My friend has done it longer and looks incredible. |
I'll join the bandwagon... what a great workout video!
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| Review Date: May 2, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Poker Pro, New York |
As you can see from my other reviews, I'm not an automatic five star reviewer; I'm not afraid to say when I like something and when I don't. But let me tell you, I love this workout video! It features a low intensity cardio, a high intensity cardio, a fairly easy weight training section which is meant to be added onto a cardio workout, a tremendously difficult bootcamp workout, and beginning and ending stretches. The best part is that all the workouts are 20 minutes, and they fly by so quickly you'll barely realize you worked out at all (but believe me, you'll feel the results). Having tried a number of yoga workout routines which often take at least 45 minutes, I've come to the realization that anything that takes that long, I won't actually do on a daily basis. And it's a lot more important that you do a little something every day, rather than do a whole lot every now and again. This workout, however, fits perfectly into my day: I always have the time and motivation to put my 20 minutes in. And you'll get all the benefits of some of those longer workouts, because of the way everything is effectively crammed into short, intense bursts of activity.
What's also great is that these are truly real people doing a realistic workout. You won't feel defeated when by the end of the kickboxing section you're wobbling around, because the people doing the workout are struggling right along with you! It really feels like a social experience doing these workouts, all in the privacy of your own home. I honestly cannot recommend this video highly enough! My only criticism is that it may be a bit too intense for people that are really out of shape. This isn't solved by the low intensity version of the workout, either; its focus on lunges and squats (and holding those poses for long stretches of time) seems to me even more difficult than the faster-paced movement in the high intensity workout. Anyhow, before you give up on the video after trying the low intensity routine, see if you don't find the high intensity cardio actually easier in many ways. And after a few weeks of doing this workout, you'll be ready to get in the game! |
ONE OF THE BEST EXERCISE VIDEOS YET!!
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| Review Date: January 19, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Donna Foland, |
| This is a fantastic dvd! I am 44, in I think fairly good shape at l25 pounds, and parts of this puppy wore me out! BUT don't let that discourage you if you aren't in shape -- Bob is absolutely amazing at telling you and showing many, many various ways to do all the exercises to keep you moving and build up to different levels. It's funny, REAL people exercising, not little skinny mini's that make you feel like turning it off, these folks are dying right along with the rest of us as our muscles say "BOB QUIT!!!" All that makes you realize you ain't alone in this battle of the bulge (and age!!) and it's just inspiring and fun to work out to this video! I have everyone's video from Denise Austin to Kathy Smith to various yoga, pilates to Kathy Kaehler (who is very much like Bob, another of my favorites) and this one is doing more for me to get motivated than any of them. Bob and the guys working out are so fun, inspiring, funny, and real it just makes you want to get going! I also LOVE the fact he has the cool down and warmups included in any of the main workouts so you don't have to stop the dvd and go back to them on your own, they just automatically pop up there! It's varied enough to keep your interest but routine enough to make you not have to overthink. EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT VIDEO! I'd recommend it for ANYONE wanting to workout, regardless of fitness level, weight, age etc. PUT OUT MORE VIDEOS YOU GUYS!!! I'll buy them ALL!!! |
I love this DVD
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| Review Date: January 18, 2006 |
| Reviewer: A. Graham, New Jersey |
| I bought this DVD to get into the habit of working out. Being a fan of the show I thought this would be fun and keep my interest. I absolutely love this DVD and the workout. At first it was really challenging, but little by little it's getting easier and the workouts are great. I already notice a difference in my stamina and endurance, not to mention losing three pounds in the first week. I highly recommend this workout, and it's great that you can pick and choose the workouts you want, or follow their weightloss plan provided. |
A real people person workout
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| Review Date: January 7, 2006 |
| Reviewer: C. S. clair, Travis AFB, CA |
| I am a huge fan of this workout. It's fun and it kicks your butt. I think one of the reasons it is so good is because you see real people doing this workout who are struggling as much as you are and want to quit as much as you do, but BOB Harper talks to you the whole time and pushes you to keep going. It's not one of those videos where everyone has the perfect body and can do the workout with no problems. You see Matt and Andrea and the others from the Biggest Loser working hard and pushing themselves to complete the workout just like you are doing at home. You need a set of dumb bells for one of the workouts, I would suggest starting off with a small weight. If you do the workout and stick through the whole thing, you'll feel it afterwards. It has a plan where you can do the 6 week workout or customize your own. I hope this helps anyone out there. Good luck and Keep going! |
This one just may work!
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| Review Date: January 10, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Lori R. Bell, Oklahoma |
| I just recently bought this dvd after watching the show and seeing these folks have such great results. You have to remember that the people on the show were under strict dietary and exercise control, and had their entire day to focus on these two essentials. The regular joe doesn't always have that luxury, so I don't expect to lose tons of weight in 6 weeks......however, I do think this workout video is one of the best I've seen. I have to say I have not seen the high impact cardio, but the low impact cardio, although it does have a jumping jack segment, offers alternative positions if you are not able to jump or bend, etc. I enjoyed the fact that you did not have to be extremely coordinated or focus entirely on the "steps" to get a good workout. One thing that I did like that the reviewer below did not, was that these ARE regular people who are struggling through their workout just like I am!! It made it even easier seeing them want to quit, cause I did! But they kept going, and so did I....like we accomplished something together. I think this is something the workout video industry has been missing for a long time. Real people doing Real workouts..... |
Love this DVD!
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| Review Date: July 27, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Michele Arnwine, Torrance, CA USA |
Being a workout DVD junkie you find out very quickly that it's hard to be dedicated to one DVD. Not only is it tricky to stick to one DVD and remain motivated, most of the workouts simply get predictable and boring. This DVD just isn't like that. Although the mention of the workout having a 20 minute cool-down stretch is a big fat lie (it's more like 11 minutes), this DVD is totally worth the hype.
First and foremost, Bob Harper is fantastic. He's super motivating - when he tells me to hold on and not give up I totally make the effort to do so. He isn't over the top or annoying and he doesn't grate on your nerves like some other DVD instructors (like Denise Austin can - especially when you're working out early in the morning and you're not a morning person). He makes you sweat and your muscle burn. I've never sweat like this before...So much sweat I had to change how often I wash my hair, I had to buy new workout wear (the less the better), the whole nine yards. But if feels good - so good. I like it too that he sneaks in a little yoga here and there throughout the cool-down that is doable for all levels - nothing to make you dizzy or anything yet still provides a good stretch. And, might I add, it doesn't hurt that he's a complete cutie. Just one of those guys that's hot because he's good-looking on the outside and has a great personality to boot.
Second, the fact that the people working out with Bob are real people makes the whole process so much easier and your plight seem much more manageable. I'm by no means a big girl. For the most part I stay around 130lbs which is pretty good for my 5'6½" frame. But my goodness, I can only take so much of watching tiny and skinny women workout behind equally tiny and skinny trainers on other DVDs. Those chicks don't even break a sweat! They don't motivate me nearly as much as the real life folks from the show The Biggest Loser that are sweating and moaning and strugglin' just as much as I am. It makes me feel that I'm not alone in my struggle to stay fit. I complain and sweat and moan and groan and fall over just as much as the cast and I don't feel bad about it - I feel human.
Third, you will see results. I'm only looking to loose about 5-10lbs and to tone up and the 6 week program on this DVD is definitely working! My arms, legs, hips and butt are really starting to take shape. Like I stated earlier, you will be sweating, your muscles will burn (Bob apparently loves squats and lunges - a lot), you will be moaning and complaining. You can totally feel the body getting a good healthy warm-up, workout and cool-down. Just what most of us need!
If you are looking to loose weight, tone up and work towards a healthier life style this is the workout DVD to get. It will benefit anyone at the beginner and more advanced levels and make definite changes in your body. But if you're afraid to work up a little sweat, prefer sitting on your couch and you're wanting to make your contribution to the obesity trend that this country is currently riding, this is not the DVD for you.
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A Great Workout DVD!!! I Love It!!!
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| Review Date: March 10, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Danielle Rouscher, York, PA USA |
I bought The Biggest Loser Workout, Volume 1 based on watching the television series. I thought if those trainers can get the contestants on the Biggest Loser to lose all that weight it has to be worth the money to purchase the DVD. I wasn't sure what to expect of the workouts on the DVD, however, I was pleasantly surprised when I tried the DVD for the first time. There are four different workout routines, then within the four workout routines there are two workout routines(cardio & strength training) that they want you to rotate between a six week timeframe. For example the first week you do low intesity cardio three days, alternating the other three days with the low intesity strength training (you will need hand weights). These routines breakup the fact that you are doing the same workout everyday. Then the second week you would do a different number workout routine. Alternating again between cardio and strength training. The DVD also allows you to customize your own workout routine. Each workout has a warmup and cool down period.
As far as the exercises I loved them from the first time I tried them. The movements are very easy to follow and Bob, the trainer, is VERY encouraging that if you can't do a exercise movement, stick with the exercise movement that you can do for your body, as long as you keep moving. And the best part is that you see the Biggest Loser contestants struggling with the workout just like you are at home in your own house. It's not a fake DVD where there are skinny models who don't break a sweat or have no problem doing the workout. You will enjoy seeing that they are sweating and struggling along with you! I love this DVD and would recommend it to all my friends who want to lose weight like I do! Hey, I lost 20lbs in less than two months! So try this DVD today, you won't regret it! |
Excellent Workout
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| Review Date: March 27, 2006 |
| Reviewer: L. Potter, |
| This DVD allows you to pick and choose from the 6 workouts available to create your own workout. It has warm-up, cool-down, low-intensity cardio, high-intensity cardio, body sculpting and boot camp workouts. The workout I created for myself has been warm-up, low-intensity cardio, body sculpting, then cool-down. It takes about 65-70 minutes to complete all these and I always feel like I've had a great workout. It includes lots of lunges and squats. I really appreciate seeing the Biggest Loser contestants working out because they look just like average folks, some of them struggle w/ the workouts and it just seems very realistic. Bob's personality is great and he is very encouraging. Would absolutely recommend this for anyone who is wanting to begin working out and losing weight. |
Watch Out Billy Blanks! This will get your heart going!
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| Review Date: May 19, 2006 |
| Reviewer: D. Couse, United States |
Let me preface this by saying I'm a huge TaeBo fan. I mean huge. I bought the original infomercial set, then did TaeBo Live, paid to watch the TaeBo workouts on DirecTV in 2000, have the Get Ripped series and just bought the Boot Camp. So you get the idea...I like TaeBo and I don't stray that often to try something new.
I was completely blown away by this DVD! The high intensity cardio workout rivals, if not exceeds, any and I mean ANY TaeBo workout I've ever done. The trainer is effecient and so are your moves and the entire workout. Not a single wasted motion. Not a one.
If you are a workout fanatic or just thinking about it, this DVD needs to be in your library. If you don't believe the almost perfect 5 star rating this DVD has earned on Amazon, then rent it first. Once you do, you will be impressed. I'm sure of it. |
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