Advice on DVDs for beginners

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LisaB39
LisaB39 Posts: 9
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HI there! I'm new to this site and am looking for some advice on beginner exercise DVDs. I have done a few Zumba classes and back in the day, I did Tae Bo (sp?) but need something new to get me motivated. I have lost almost 10lbs since the middle of October and have about 20 more to go. I think I need to add exercise to my plan now. I walk a lot at work but it's not considered exercise since I do it all the time.

I am trying to decide on getting the Zumba "game" for the Wii or getting Jillian Michaels' DVDs.

Any thoughts on either? I'm 5' 3", 156lbs.

Thanks for the advice!

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  • whalenmich7295
    whalenmich7295 Posts: 21 Member
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    If you can find a modestly priced set, I would look into the P90X Workout.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P90X

    I tried it once, and it kicked my butt!
  • LisaB39
    LisaB39 Posts: 9
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    Thanks! My son really wants the P90X, too. I hate to put the money out because I know myself too well....lol :blushing:

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  • Alexis2255
    Alexis2255 Posts: 11
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    Gaiam...I think that's how it's spelled, has a Pilates for beginners DVD. It's great! I used that and the intermediate one a few years ago and loved it!
  • Disciplined74
    Disciplined74 Posts: 298 Member
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    Check with your local library that way you can try it before you buy it.

    I like our library because we can check out for 3 weeks and I'm ready for something new by then anyway.

    I wish you the best.

    - Eva
  • BrentGetsFit
    BrentGetsFit Posts: 878 Member
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    If you're concerned about difficulty, Power 90 is a less intense workout also by Tony Horton. Beachbody also offers several other programs with different trainers like Slim in 6 or Turbo Jam which might suit you better. Good luck :)
  • myukniewicz
    myukniewicz Posts: 906 Member
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    i just got the Jillian Michales "No More Trouble Zones" DVD and it is defiantly one hell of a workout. But its not crazy intense like P90X would be. I think it is a great beginner DVD. It consists of a 5 minute light cardio warm up, then 40 minutes broken into 7 six minute circuits, then a 5 minute cool down/stretch. I can defiantly feel it in my muscles and i was sweating like crazy ha ha.
  • mommyskis
    mommyskis Posts: 277 Member
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    Do you have On Demand with your cable? They have a lot of free exercise videos and you can see what you like. They don't stay forever and some are a shortened version, but good to try out or mix things up when you get bored. Level 1 of Jillian's 30 Day Shred is on there now.
  • LisaB39
    LisaB39 Posts: 9
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    Great! Thank you for all the input! I'll let you know what works!

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  • mfreeman00
    mfreeman00 Posts: 11
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    There is a website, www.collagevideo.com, that you can view a short preview of TONS of exercise videos. I find this really helpful to see if it is something that looks like I'll enjoy before I spend the money on the DVD. Also, a great calorie burner you can do with minimal space at home and not a ton of money spent on equipment is step aerobics. Good luck!
  • veniceit
    veniceit Posts: 112 Member
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    Here's a sight with lots of different free workouts. You can pick and choose all kinds.

    http://www.exercisetv.tv/workout-videos/
  • BoresEasily
    BoresEasily Posts: 582
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    If you can find a modestly priced set, I would look into the P90X Workout.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P90X

    I tried it once, and it kicked my butt!

    *Looks at title and looks at your post* REALLY????
  • denis0313
    denis0313 Posts: 36
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    If you can find a modestly priced set, I would look into the P90X Workout.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P90X

    I tried it once, and it kicked my butt!


    I totally agree. If your gonna spend the money it's a solid investment! And it works!!!
  • TaraMaria
    TaraMaria Posts: 1,975
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    If you have a wii get Netflix! Its so awesome because it streams instantly to the wii and bam: Tons of fitness dvds right there for you to use! There are dance ones, yoga, kickboxing, pilates...you name it! All for $8.99 a month! I highly recommend it! :o)

    I also recommend the Zumba dvds through their website or amazon...the dvds are so much fun! All different lengths of time and different varieties. Keeps me busy and having fun! :o)
  • BoresEasily
    BoresEasily Posts: 582
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    You know who P90x is designed for right? She specifically posted beginner. P90x is the furthest thing from a beginner DVD. That's like telling a person that's never done any kind of steady-state cardio to go and run wind sprints or true TABATA.

    I'm sorry if it seems like I'm being a **** but what you're advising a beginner for a workout is really dangerous.
  • BoresEasily
    BoresEasily Posts: 582
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    Tara gave some great suggestions. Let me offer a couple of others. The library is a great place for videos or can be depending on where you live. Also Craigslist always has good deals on exercise videos and things like that.
  • themommie
    themommie Posts: 5,023 Member
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    leslie sansome has alot of beginner walking dvds that are good workouts and easy. also you can find workouts on youtube, exercisetv, and netflix. I hope this helps
  • EmmieSu
    EmmieSu Posts: 136
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    I love Leslie Sansone Walk at Home dvds. I know you said you walk alot at work, but these are good, plus there are moves that you don't do in a normal walk. I've lost 13 lbs using her dvds. Youtube, and exercisetv.com also are great for introducing you to a new routine.
  • LisaB39
    LisaB39 Posts: 9
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    Sorry, I was away for awhile. Thank you for the replies. I agree that PX90 is too much for me. We used to have Netflix and might try it again.

    Thanks again!


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