Jillian Michaels: Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism?

Yes! It's a great workout! The core section is hard for me but it's worth it. It works muscles all over and you are constantly moving. I was so sore after i tried it the next day but was happy because at least I knew I worked several body parts! I use it on days when I don't want to go to the gym or head outside anywhere! Good Luck!

I just bought that one and 30 day shred. I haven't had a chance to use them yet. She scares me.

I tried it for the first time last night - had me dripping in sweat in no time and the whole section full of plank moves nearly did me in - definitely a good one to keep in the rotation.

I have it and I like it. I have the companion too "No More Trouble Zones". BFBM is really good if you're looking to burn!

Its a great workout. Works my entire body. If you are interested and haven't purchase a copy of it, you can find a free version on youtube. Its in russian but you can still hear what she is saying.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BuCLX9L9vw&list=PLB8DEA76D93B09F9D&index=24&feature=plpp_video

Also individual versions of each circuit can also be found online on youtube which are in english.
Enjoy.

great workout and really helps tighten and tone. Its best to do on carpet bc its a lot of jumping. i lost tons of inches doing this workout!

I started it this week. Wasnt able to do the whole workout, never sweated so much hahah my wrist hurts a lot so the planks are a no no at the moment.
I have tried 30ds before but never finished it? BFBM is easier for me, i feel like i worked out much more. I mix it with c25k, hope to see some results soon
Feel free to add me if u need a workout buddy

Has anyone done her other workouts? I'm on Body Revolution now, and planning ahead to the next one. Is BFBM easier/harder/on par? I know adding weights/modifying will make anything tougher, but I don't want to start TOO far back toward the beginning.

Core part, when you are on the ground, is a killer! I was sweating and shaking like a leaf at the same time. Great workout but not for every day. My calorie burn was 450-500. I agree with posters above that with JM you need to be super carefull with knees - do the easy version or move at low intensity.

P.S. I'm speaking Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism. Body Revolution and 30DS are easier.

I've done this about 5 times. It's quite a workout!

First time I did it I was only doing yoga and a run or two a week so I wasn't at my best shape. I did it really at 12am after a long day, needless to say I wasn't able to do more than half.

Second time I did it with my boyfriend and although he runs and plays in the university football team he hated it! I was able to finish it but boy it was hard work.

I love and hate it because it is a pain to finish the 45-50 minutes of burpees and jump squats but you feel like it was totally worth it the next day when you're sore. Plus you don't have to buy dumbbells and stuff like that. A matt however is always good to protect your knees.

The other time I did it with my mum I was a lot better at it. My mum is 51, runs every day and works out with dumbbells at home so she was really good at it but still was sweating and out of breath.

So I guess it's a good workout even if you're in a good shape. Expect sore muscles the next day, but that's the whole point isn't it?


In comparison to 30 Day Shred, BFBM is a lot harder especially if you're a beginner. The only downside for me is that you need a whole hour (including warm up and cool down) whereas 30DS is about 20 minutes a day that everyone can afford.

I am currently doing BFBM and LOVE IT! I like straight forward moves like that. I love not having to use dumbells or any sort of equipment. This workout definitely makes you feel powerful!

I especially love all the kickboxing!

One question... how many times a week should I be doing it to really see results??

I managed 30 mins of the BFBM DVD yesterday. How often should I try to do this workout?

love love love this video! paired with 30 minutes of cassie hos blogilates on youtube, you get ripped FAST.

I am trying to figure out how to estimate how many calories I've burned after doing 50 minutes of this video. How do you figure out how many calories you've burned?

I wanted to get this one, but now I'm reconsidering. I live in an upstairs apartment and if there's a lot of jumping, can't do it. I have 5 Jillian Michaels videos (Ripped in 30, 30 day shred, yoga meltdown, killer abs and yoga inferno). I do 2 a day with one day of rest. I've seen a little bit of change body wise but I'm still tweaking my calories. I have a love/hate relationship with Jillian haha!