Kayla Itsines BBG

lexielainex
lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
edited November 13 in Fitness and Exercise
Hello all,
I'm tempted to try Kayla Itsines Bikini Body Guide, but I don't want to spend the money unless I know I'm going to stick with it. Any suggestions? What are some of your experiences with the guide?
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  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
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  • kmbru14
    kmbru14 Posts: 3
    Hey! I actually just finished week 1 of the guides. I found them online for free with a torrent if you don't want to spend the money. It's been good so far but I'm usually not good at sticking to this kind of thing.
  • VickiLouise25
    VickiLouise25 Posts: 8 Member
    Hi,

    I am just about to start week 8 of the guide. My advice would be... recruit a friend to do it with you so you both HAVE to do it! That is what has worked for me :) There are days I realllllly can't be bothered so my friend texting to say 5pm lets go! really helps me do it and the other way round too! We haven't missed a workout yet

  • Lissa_Kaye
    Lissa_Kaye Posts: 214 Member
    Is she the one advocating like 600 calorie days?
  • xrachel2014
    xrachel2014 Posts: 18 Member
    Lissa_Kaye wrote: »
    Is she the one advocating like 600 calorie days?

    it's a 12 week (although she has a 24 week plan aswell) guide for different execises
    On average, lasting 28mins 3-4 x week
    There is a nutrition guide along side it which is balanced meals and advice

    Her instagram shows real success, more about building strength and toning up. The workouts are TOUGH!!!
  • katiejanecollins
    katiejanecollins Posts: 236 Member
    I've done it and it was good - but SERIOUSLY hard work. I keep restarting it but it makes me feel sick and dizzy, so been going to the gym as an alternative for the time being!
  • abb117
    abb117 Posts: 81 Member
    I just finished week 4, and I honestly love it! I didn't do the nutrition plan, just been eating healthy on my own. The actual work out book is amazing! I took a progress picture yesterday and in less than one month the results are incredible. I also use the transformation pictures on her Instagram as motivation as well. I would recommend this to anyone!!
  • Kymmu
    Kymmu Posts: 1,650 Member
    I get her on instagram too..I am interested to know how her routine is different to a weights/ aerobic plan at the local gym. The before and afters make me very curious.
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    edited February 2015
    @kbarron15‌ Let me know how it goes and if you stick to it!
    @VickiLouise25‌ That sounds great! I did finally get it and I got a friend to join me! We've been pretty go about getting to the gym so now hopefully we can motivate each other to stick to the plan and eat healthier.
    @Lissa_Kaye‌ 600 calories is so unhealthy and I wouldn't even consider trying a program asking someone to do that.
    @katiejanecollins‌ I've been doing a lot of gym work and plyometrics so I think I'm pretty prepared to start. Hopefully I'm right and my friend can keep up!
    @abb117‌ That's great! I've seen a bunch of the progress photos and it really made me want to try it. Good luck on finishing your next 8 weeks!
    @Kymmu‌ After looking at the program there's not a ton (if any) weight lifting so I'm supplementing the plan with a day of lifting. Aerobics are typically a bit less intense I do believe. Her workouts seem to look a little bit more plyometric in nature. She also includes cardio into her program. The before and after made me curious and a bit skeptical to be honest. That's kind of the reason why I decided to try it on my own.

    Thank you all for your input!
  • candyshopgirl
    candyshopgirl Posts: 1
    I'm on week 3 of the pre-training circuits and they are tough!! I haven't followed her eating guide to a t but picked bits out of it. Already noticing a difference though. It's tough with time sometimes but I am determined to keep it up. I'm interested to know if you girls that don't follow the eating plan do you go by calorie intake or just try n eat sensibly? I've never dieted before but would rather do it slow n sustainable but hoping what I am doing will be ok
  • noaddedsugarx
    noaddedsugarx Posts: 169 Member
    I'm on week 3 at the minute and I'm loving it so far! I put my progress pictures side by side today and I can't believe the difference already. Anyone doing the guide or considering it feel free to add me :)
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    @candyshopgirl‌ That's great! I don't really plan on following her nutrition plan. I'm kind of a picky eater so if I made all the substations than it wouldn't even be the same things. I may use it for ideas though. I'm just trying to eat healthier in a way that I can.

    @noaddedsugarx‌ I can't wait to start seeing results!
  • Ctmish78
    Ctmish78 Posts: 7 Member
    The results look insane!! I may start this soon
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    @Ctmish78‌ it definitely doesn't hurt to try it out!
  • Kymmu
    Kymmu Posts: 1,650 Member
    I have posted a lot of her exercises I found on pinterest. So far I'm enjoying my ballet barre, but if I feel like it they are there and waiting for me. The before and afters inspire me to keep moving!!
  • Ctmish78
    Ctmish78 Posts: 7 Member
    @kbarron15‌ how do you use a torrent? Do you have a link to this?
  • lycheenmango
    lycheenmango Posts: 112 Member
    @aeblyden‌ - How is the BBG treating you? I am thinking of starting April 1st week and looking for input from folks who have already tried it :)
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    @lycheenmango‌ So far I love it! It's kicked my butt more than I expected it to. I'm in week 3 and I can definitely see progress. I would suggest taking measurements because I can visibly seen the differences and I plan on getting something soon!
    Are you going to just do the workout guide or are you using the nutrition guide as well?
  • KatieLK14
    KatieLK14 Posts: 90 Member
    I am currently in week one of this! My friend gave me the guide for free- I'm excited to keep going. The workouts are somewhat difficult so far, but do-able. I'm kind of incorporating them into my gym schedule that I have already established.
    My friend showed me her before and after pictures and she has shown substantial results.
    I am not following the nutrition guide, and neither did my friend.
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    @enmouvement‌ That's great! I kinda did the same with incorporating it into my gym schedule. The before and after results are what really got me on board.
    Good luck!
  • reginalouise27
    reginalouise27 Posts: 11 Member
    I've been thinking of getting her guide too however I saw a bad review of her program at http://www.bikinibodyguides.com/kayla-itsines-review/ and it's holding me back. I honestly think it's too expensive..

    Is it really worth it to buy her ebook?
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    @reginalouise27‌ To be honest I read the review and she seems a bit biased to me.
  • AliciaJade93
    AliciaJade93 Posts: 122 Member
    Just torrent the ebook, it's way expensive, even if it boasted mind blowing and 100% guaranteed results I wouldn't pay that much! So I definitely wouldnt pay that much just to take a chance, hence why I didnt. :) xxx
  • daniebanks
    daniebanks Posts: 179 Member
    im currently up to week 11. I think it's a really great guide & beneficial, it is hard. I followed her eating guide for a while, but the past 4/5 weeks I have been following my own eating plan and counting macros/flexible dieting which I must admit has been better for me anyway, I found i was always quite bloated with the food guide that comes with BBG, but everybody's different :smile:

    Im on instagram if you wanna have a look at my progress pics and the types of food/exercise I do, user name is what_danie_ate
  • lovelaughrun
    lovelaughrun Posts: 45 Member
    I tried it to see what it was about and it was good, having a program and a routine keeps you motivated and on track. I like what she does as I think resistance circuits are a great form of exercise. Just make sure you get correct advice/help on any exercises you're unsure of how to perform and to get correct technique - for example, squat jumps, you want to make sure your stance is right and you land on the balls of your feet. And like anything, diet is key to weight loss :)
  • beachhouse758
    beachhouse758 Posts: 371 Member
    I've seen the guides on EBay for around $10.
  • nicoletteamber
    nicoletteamber Posts: 57 Member
    How's everyone's BBG going? I'm week 1 day 3 and I am following the nutrition guide. It's expensive but my life as a nurse/soldier/military wife traveling lots I needed something that was all laid out for me. I haven't regret it yet! I started back in March but quit when the husband came home briefly and we just binged on eating and drinking and having fun. So this week I'm really hitting it hard. The help recipes are actually tasty and I've put them into mfp... People are saying its 1200 calories but it's more like 1600! So far so good so sore and so tasty. But need some friends some motivation to keep this up for 12 weeks :)))
  • phillipsx6
    phillipsx6 Posts: 20 Member
    I'm on my second round of her guides and I love them. I don't use her eating guides but eating right is key to any successful workout. I try to eat as clean and healthy as possible. Lots of water. Her guides definitely work. I've had more success with BBG than with other guides. They are tough!
  • lexielainex
    lexielainex Posts: 98 Member
    I'm currently on week 10 and I've definitely seen differences! They are pretty tough and she always changes things up. I would say I've been pretty successful with it so far!
  • JLWright73
    JLWright73 Posts: 39 Member
    I am starting week 2 today. I dread the workouts before I start because they are soooo tough, but I feel fantastic afterwards. I can't wait to see what results I get after a few more weeks.
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