My Body Loves Variety

towsongrad

Ok sooo I've been on the 30 Day Shred kick since April. I've seen results in toning and endurance. ABSOLUTELY love Jillian. However my body/muscles (as well as my brain) starts to get bored with certain routines. I love a challenge. I'm starting to slightly feel myself get to that point in a way but I really don't wanna stop doing 30 Day Shred altogether, as I've had the best results with it more than anything else. What are some other fun and challenging DVD workouts I can pick up and do at home? Who has tried any of Jillian's other series and how effective were they? Maybe I can switch off and do different workouts 3-4 times a week. Suggestions, advice?

towsongrad

Wait! don't mention Insanity yet! I'm not ready for Insanity! Almost there but not quite! LOL

AmyRhubarb

I went through the exact same thing - started with 30 Day Shred, and eventually wanted more - more variety, longer workouts, etc. I think my second DVD purchase was Banish Fat Boost Metabolism, and I would alternate it with 30DS, every other day.

Two years later, I've got a stack of 8 DVDs on my entertainment center (would be 9, but loaned 30DS to my mom :tongue), and I still alternate from week to week.

Kickbox FastFix
Killer Buns & Thighs
Ripped In 30
Banish Fat Boost Metabolism
Yoga Meltdown
6 Week Six-Pack
Shred It With Weights
Biggest Loser Cardio Max (old school Jillian, Bob & another trainer from the show, picked this one up at a thrift store)

It's a good mix, and I can pick and choose more cardio one day, something that's more strength the next. Early this year I also added running three days a week with the c25k program, but other than that, it's all DVDs.

A good way to figure out what you might like to buy next is to check your local library. I had to request some from other branches, but have checked out at least one Jillian workout and a couple of Bob Harper's from my library. Great way to try before you buy!

towsongrad

Thanks! I was definitely curious about the Banish Fat one. She just makes you CRAVE more burn, its amazing..I'm definitely gonna try some of these out and alternate

towsongrad

Oh and also Ripped in 30..i think I'm gonna get those two next!

AmyRhubarb

Good plan! RI30 is similar format to 30DS with the 3 - 2 -1 thing, so a good follow up. And BFBM is tough! About 40 minutes I think, 7 or 8 circuits, heaps o' cardio and body weight moves - push ups, etc - no dumbbells needed for that one.

towsongrad

oh wow! double the time and double the circuits..Definitely gonna have to work up to that point, but I'm determined!