ChaLean Extreme

MamaGraves2
MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
edited September 26 in Fitness and Exercise
Just did the fit test and Burn Circuit 1 and am feeling good!
I just finished a few different rounds of Jillian Michaels (love her and got great results) decided I'd try something different so I don't get bored & give up. Anyone else new to Chalene? or just love her?

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  • BigBoneSista
    BigBoneSista Posts: 2,389 Member
    Me! I started last week. I love it. She is definitely a good motivator.
  • Angel1029
    Angel1029 Posts: 459
    I LOVE Chalene Johnson. I'm actually doing a little bit of ChaLEAN Extreme and a little bit of Turbo Fire as well.
    Good luck! You will love your results.
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    Thanks ladies! I have done a round of Insanity as well, it seems like any Beachbody workout is a sure bet.

    I am also training for my 1st 5k in 4 weeks so will be running on top of the CX, hopefully I can keep up! haha
  • melliebee
    melliebee Posts: 187 Member
    I bought Chalean Extreme 3 months ago and I (embarrassingly) have yet to try it. I am nervous for some reason. I want to lose fat, not bulk up. Anyone have any advice for a terrible procrastinator?
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    Don't be scared! This is a program that makes you lean and strong, not all bulky. I am loving it so far! Good luck, you CAN do it =)
  • fullerlj
    fullerlj Posts: 25
    I highly recommend listening to the audio CD, "Extreme Motivation". She explains how the program works and has a lot of other advice. Once you listen to it you will be pumped up and ready to Go!!!
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    I highly recommend listening to the audio CD, "Extreme Motivation". She explains how the program works and has a lot of other advice. Once you listen to it you will be pumped up and ready to Go!!!

    Thanks for sharing! I am loving the workouts but haven't listened to this. I will for sure!
  • tpycha126
    tpycha126 Posts: 217 Member
    I love her! I first did Turbo Jam, then Chalean Extreme, and right now I am on week 6 of Turbo Fire. When I am done with that I am going to do a TurboFire Chalean Extreme hybrid! She is the only instructor that I like and that can keep me motivated!
  • Steph_135
    Steph_135 Posts: 3,280 Member
    Just did the fit test and Burn Circuit 1 and am feeling good!
    I just finished a few different rounds of Jillian Michaels (love her and got great results) decided I'd try something different so I don't get bored & give up. Anyone else new to Chalene? or just love her?
    I wanna try it so much, but because of funds, I'm sticking to Jillian for now. CLX looks fantastic though!
    I bought Chalean Extreme 3 months ago and I (embarrassingly) have yet to try it. I am nervous for some reason. I want to lose fat, not bulk up. Anyone have any advice for a terrible procrastinator?
    You've gotta be a committed bodybuilder to ever bulk up. No worries!
  • glfprncs2
    glfprncs2 Posts: 625 Member
    I love her so much I've done 3 rounds of CLX (two of which were CLX/Turbo Fire hybrids) and just became a Turbo Kick instructor!
  • CarolAmanda
    CarolAmanda Posts: 84 Member
    I love ChaLean Extreme! I did the program two years ago. It was the first time I really enjoyed working out, and hated when I had to miss a workout.

    Right now, I'm doing Turbo Fire a few days a week. I'm having sinus surgery soon, but after that I think I'm going to to a CLX/TF combo to get ready for my vacation in July.

    Carol
  • haldeman5
    haldeman5 Posts: 121 Member
    I am one the third month (Lean Circuit) of Chalean Extreme. It is my first week and so far I am doing well but it is very challenging!!! I have lost 25 pounds so far and am in a plateau and I am hoping this new month will help get me out of it!!! This is the only program that I have done that actually works for me...LOVE IT!!!!
  • JulianneR
    JulianneR Posts: 46
    OMG!

    Today I looked down and -- gasp! -- can tell I have biceps. Sort of. But, you can tell they're in there!

    Yippee!

    Just started the Push Circuit. Doing Day 2 tonight.

    :happy:
  • mom2boys75
    mom2boys75 Posts: 30 Member
    I highly recommend listening to the audio CD, "Extreme Motivation". She explains how the program works and has a lot of other advice. Once you listen to it you will be pumped up and ready to Go!!!

    Hi Laura! I'm also doing a combination of Chalean Extreme and Turbo Fire . . . . . AND . . . . I'm starting the 17 Day Diet tomorrow! I just got the book and need to get a few groceries to get started. I already know I love CLX and Turbo Fire -- how are you liking the 17 Day Diet?
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    Ok ladies, did anyone hit a plateau the 1st few weeks with CLX? I'm thinking it's because of the weight lifting that I haven't lost for a couple weeks. =) Hopefully!
  • BigBoneSista
    BigBoneSista Posts: 2,389 Member
    I just restarted yesterday. I took back my weights because I couldn't stand them and I just received my Bowflex in the mail over the week-end.

    Stalling is usually the norm when starting a strength training regimen. The 1st time I stalled for 3 weeks but when all the water started to release it was about a 6 lbs lost in one week.
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    I just restarted yesterday. I took back my weights because I couldn't stand them and I just received my Bowflex in the mail over the week-end.

    Stalling is usually the norm when starting a strength training regimen. The 1st time I stalled for 3 weeks but when all the water started to release it was about a 6 lbs lost in one week.

    Thanks Desirai, I just finished Jillian Michaels 30day shred & the 30 day slimdown. Low weights lots of reps so I'm thinking my body is adjusting to the new program.
    You are such an inspiration! keep up the AWESOME work.
    Janelle
  • penne356
    penne356 Posts: 95
    I want to start CLX.

    I have a pair of 2kg, 4kg and 6 kg dumbbells. Can somebody tell me if they're good enough to start?
  • JulianneR
    JulianneR Posts: 46
    Ok ladies, did anyone hit a plateau the 1st few weeks with CLX? I'm thinking it's because of the weight lifting that I haven't lost for a couple weeks. =) Hopefully!

    Kind of. For a while I thought nothing was really happening. I mean I was definitely getting stronger, but I wasn't losing more weight or inches than I would have had I just cut calories (I believe). Then I got into the Push Phase, and I can just "tell" my metabolism is increasing. I'm thinner and dropping weight quicker than I had been, and I'm only just into this 2 month.

    So, I say hang in there. I read things online where some people drop a lot of weight and inches during the 1st month, hardly anything the 2nd, and then it picks up again in the 3rd. Then I read about people who lose the most in the 2nd month. Etc. I guess each of us will respond differently.
  • JulianneR
    JulianneR Posts: 46
    I want to start CLX.

    I have a pair of 2kg, 4kg and 6 kg dumbbells. Can somebody tell me if they're good enough to start?

    I think the answer is that it depends on how strong you are currently, but I think you can probably start with those and the resistance bands that come with the program.

    In my experience, I am getting really strong really fast. I now own 20 lbs dumbells and need to go out and get 25's and 30's this weekend. So you may find they don't do enough for you fairly quickly and need heavier things. I never really gave the bands a shot ... but people are using them in the DVD's, so I guess you could make them work throughout the entire 3 months.

    Hope this helps.
  • MamaGraves2
    MamaGraves2 Posts: 203 Member
    Ok ladies, did anyone hit a plateau the 1st few weeks with CLX? I'm thinking it's because of the weight lifting that I haven't lost for a couple weeks. =) Hopefully!

    Kind of. For a while I thought nothing was really happening. I mean I was definitely getting stronger, but I wasn't losing more weight or inches than I would have had I just cut calories (I believe). Then I got into the Push Phase, and I can just "tell" my metabolism is increasing. I'm thinner and dropping weight quicker than I had been, and I'm only just into this 2 month.

    So, I say hang in there. I read things online where some people drop a lot of weight and inches during the 1st month, hardly anything the 2nd, and then it picks up again in the 3rd. Then I read about people who lose the most in the 2nd month. Etc. I guess each of us will respond differently.

    Thank you for the info!! I can tell a difference in my body/strength already so I can't complain!
  • ofccat
    ofccat Posts: 284 Member
    i just finished week 1 of the Burn Circuit and am loving it! The time seems to fly by when doing it.
  • LaCubana9
    LaCubana9 Posts: 112
    Can I just say I love this post?! I have been doing Turbo Jam for 3 months with incredible results & have been totally amazed by Chalene and the inspiration she feeds me every day. I ordered Chalene Extreme this past weekend and am waiting oh so patiently for that package to just land on my door step! I've been having so many questions about it in my head & this post is REALLY getting me excited! Hurry up Mr. Post Man!!!!!!!
  • JulianneR
    JulianneR Posts: 46
    Can I just say I love this post?! I have been doing Turbo Jam for 3 months with incredible results & have been totally amazed by Chalene and the inspiration she feeds me every day. I ordered Chalene Extreme this past weekend and am waiting oh so patiently for that package to just land on my door step! I've been having so many questions about it in my head & this post is REALLY getting me excited! Hurry up Mr. Post Man!!!!!!!

    Ha. I stalked the mailman too.

    I just started adding in Turbo Jam, mostly the ab workout and the 20 Minute session. I am really weak cardio-wise, but seeing improvements. I also have Turbo Fire, but I definitely need to work up to that.

    If you wouldn't mind sharing, what were your results? I'm just curious.
  • LaCubana9
    LaCubana9 Posts: 112
    As of today, I've lost 20 lbs with it in the 3 months I've been using it. But what truly amazes me is that I now have a waist! I was a big block before it. Also, my love handles are no where to be found! LOL I used to be weak in cardio, as well- but these turbo drill's have me HOOKED! When you finish one, you feel like you've kicked some major butt! I have to work up to Turbo Fire, but that is next on my list when I complete CLX!
  • JulianneR
    JulianneR Posts: 46
    Hi everyone! Hope you're all doing well with your workouts. I finished the first week of the Push Circuit today. Whew! Can tell I'm getting stronger, but "ouch!" Feels great, though!

    Good luck everyone!
  • youngtweezy
    youngtweezy Posts: 183
    I started today!
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