Piyo - Worth it?

I didn't have an injury prior to starting PiYo, however, I absolutely love the program. I"m on my 8th week and can't believe how much strength I've gained. My core is so much stronger now and I'm much more flexible. It's a great workout for overall strength, stability, and flexibility.
I've tried a lot of different workouts. I've done a lot of Jillian Michaels DVDs, Zumba, etc. My problem was always finding something I truly liked and sticking to it... I don't have that problem with PiYo. But then again, I love yoga. But it's not just yoga. She incorporated enough movement and challenge to get the heart rate up and help burn calories.
Another positive, in every single workout, there is a person there showing modifications for every single move.
Little to no impact.

I think it's worth every penny of $120.

muffintopminx wrote: »

I'm thinking about trying, Piyo from Beachbody/Chalene Johnson, but it's kind of expensive.
I've got an angry SI Joint and Piyo kinda sounds perfect for me right now. Not looking to lose weight, just want to build a strong foundation since mine apparently sucks.

My plan:
Step 1: rehab and reduce SI Joint inflammation (4-6 weeks)
Step 2: strengthen core/back and improve flexibility (maybe via Piyo???)
Step 3: add in more intense cardio/weights (to infinity and beyond!)

Thoughts? Has Piyo helped you through an injury? low back injury? Is it worth $120?
What other program(s) would you recommend?
THANKS!!!

I had an SI strain last summer and it SUCKED. My chiropractor had me start Pilates and I re-started yoga on my own. They are now no-excuse training for me. Those types of injuries are all about your core. I took the plunge and bought the base Piyo kit. I'm in the first week and I like it very much. It's looking like it will be my go-to, instead of doing separate yoga and Pilates workouts. It has already helped with my running, as my hamstrings are not as tight.

I love Chalene as a trainer and have done Turbo Jam, some Turbo Fire, and ChaLean Extreme. What I learned from ChaLean Extreme is that while it did wonders for building strength, I just prefer bodyweight to weights, and Piyo combines that with core and flexibility training.

Chalene, the instructor, also does the Turbo Fire videos, which are intense. She gives clear instructions, modifications and an intense workout. Of all the workout videos I have done over the years, I find her the most informative and motivational! I think you'll love this workout.

I'm on day 3... it's pretty hard going if you're largely overweight, but there's still alot you can do. I have bad knees and hypermobile joints, but I'm not finding too much pressure on them, it's all in my muscles that I dont have anymore ;0 I did alot of pilates a few years back and it really helped me get in great shape, so I know even though I'm struggling now, as I shrink, and get better it will do me the world of good again. I'd say it's worth it.. I've sneaked alook at the rest of the dvds and they're killer, but oh, they gotta work!

I just finished the alignment fundamentals WO...I feel like I got a good stretch, but I'm used to Jillian Michaels' circuit training for the same amount of time and I don't know if this is going to be enough of a calorie burn for me. Hopefully the WOs get more challenging. I also run during the week for added calorie burning, and at the very least I feel like this will help maintain my definition and flexibility even if alone it provides less of a calorie burn.