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I did a hybrid of Chalean Extreme and Turbofire last spring and saw some great results! I found the key with Chalean Extreme is that you have to really do the full 90 days. I didn't see a lot of results until the last month with it.

This is my 2nd time through Turbofire. I love it! The time passes quickly and I really enjoy Chalene. This time around I'm doing a hybrid of Les Mills Pump and Turbofire to change it up a little. Just finished week one and I'm sore!! :)

Make sure your feet are together when you measure :)

I definitely see a big difference! You are doing great!!

I'm using this hybrid: http://ontheflyfitness.com/turbo-firechalean-extreme-hybrid-schedule This isn't my website...I just found it when googling TF/CE hybrid.

Hey! I bought them about 2 weeks ago and have only tried Fire 60, but it's an amazing workout!! I'm currently on week 6 of a Turbo Fire/Chalean Extreme hybrid and absolutely loving it. I would put the money towards Chalean Extreme if I had to choose though. CE completely transforms your body. I found a different hybrid…

I'm just finishing up week 5 of a Turbo Fire/Chalean Extreme hybrid. The scale didn't move until this morning. I only have about 8lbs to lose - my main goal is to tone and gain muscle. I was getting frustrated, but at 4 weeks I measured and had lost about an 1.5 from my waist and hips. To me that's more important than the…

Wow! That's great! I have gloves, but have been too chicken to use them just yet. How did affect calories burned?

Great tip! I work out on carpet too and use running sneakers so my shoes definitely stick a little. Does it make it too slippery though?

So true!!

Finished Fire 45...also my fav!! And Core 20!

I have been using my Brooks running sneakers and they seem to work fine, but I went and tried on tons of different cross-trainers. I didn't like any of them! Nike runs way too narrow for me and the other brands were very uncomfortable. So I'm sticking with my running sneakers and will just make sure I change them out when…

I get the exact same way! Instructors would always ask me if I was okay and thought I was over-exerting myself, but I could talk just fine. I think, for me, it's just that I flush easily and when I workout it gets ever worse! It's embarrassing and I wish I could change it about myself :) So you are not alone...

Definitely sounds like Oral Allergy Syndrome. I can't eat raw apples, peaches, cherries, plums but can eat them cooked without a problem. Can't do raw almonds or hazelnuts either and strawberries are starting to give me issues too. I went to an allergist and he told me it's really common and to avoid these foods or take an…

I would just try half a banana instead of the shake. I find that a shake "sloshes around" while I work out and also makes me feel sick. Good luck with TF...it's a great program!

I bought the variety pack on larabar.com so I could try all the flavors :)

I also recommend adding more cardio.

My absolute favorite is Blueberry Muffin..yum! I also love Coconut Cream Pie.

You will love it!! I'm in the last month and I'm loving the results. I didn't have a lot of weight to lose, but my arms and abs are noticeably toner. It's a fun workout!! Good luck!

I use NOW Foods Whey Protein Isolate - Dutch Chocolate. I've tried a few other brands and it bothered my stomach so I did some research online and found that others liked this one and it was easy on the stomach. I only use 1 scoop and mix it with half a banana and water/ice and it's not gritty at all.

Thanks everyone! I look forward to motivating each other toward our goals!!

Bumping up! Anyone else interested in motivating each other?

The other great thing about Turbo Jam is that it really works your abs the entire time! And don't worry about looking like a fool...just have fun and move :) It's my new favorite workout! I just bought the Punch, Kick & Jam DVD on ebay.

I'm also in the "healthy" range, but would like to lose about 4 more lbs. I have found that I lose more when I do both cardio and strength training. I've been doing about 45 minutes of cardio 5-6 days/week and also doing strength training (lifting heavy/low reps) 3 days/week.

I do the 45 minute Cardio Party DVD and burn about 400 calories in 45 minutes :)

Can I join too? username: IamWillow first name: Helen Height: 5'6 Starting Weight: Started at 140, now at 132 Goal Weight: 128 What am I doing: Chalean Extreme, Turbo Jam, running, step aerobics I've had a bikini in my closet for years, but have not felt confident enough to wear it. This is the year!!

Definitely look at Turbo Jam. You can do the entire workout low-impact and two of the people in the video do the entire workout that way so it's easy to follow. Plus it's fun!! :)

Well I use 5lbs for the warm-up and then use 8, 10, 12, 15 and now 20 for some lower body exercises. It's hard to know what weight will work for you. I agree that the band might be a good way to start if you can't buy weights right now.

Hi everyone! Room for one more mom? :) I'm a stay at home mom to 3 wonderful kids, ages 8, 6 and 2. I'm trying to lose the last 10lbs and tone up. I started working out again about 5 weeks ago and I love how I feel. I'm doing the Couch to 5K program and am currently on week 6 - it's tough now! I'm also doing Chalean…