You do not need to have a lot of time, or even a gym membership to get a great workout at home. Whether you are a beginner or very advanced, there are several workout DVDs on the market that can give you amazing results over a short period of time. Here are 5 of my top picks in workout DVDs for women.
Top Workout DVD #1: Jillian Michaels-30 Day Shred (2007)
Jillian Michaels’ 30-Day Shred is my top pick for a DVD workout geared towards the more advanced fitness enthusiast. Jillian Michaels will start you at level one and take you through a whole-body sculpting experience in the comfort of your own home.
This circuit-training workout will incorporate a very intense 3-2-1 method of cardio, strength-training, and abs workout and will produce amazing results very quickly if followed correctly. In fact, this workout will give you the chance to potentially lose up to 20 lbs in just 30 days. In addition, the 30-minute long workout routines are great for those pressed on time, but who still want a great workout.
Jillian Michaels is the personal trainer for the Biggest Loser. She is certified by AFAA and NESTA and has a black belt in martial arts. This workout DVD is available at amazon.com, Collage Video, and the Jillian Michaels online store. For more information on Jillian Michael’s and her products, visit her website at http://www.jillianmichaels.com/.
Top Workout DVD #2: Get Ripped 1,000 with Jari Love (2006)
If you are at an intermediate to advanced level of fitness and want an intense workout that will burn a ton of calories in the process, then you need to try Get Ripped 1,000 with Jari Love. The challenging cardio intervals, pulsing repetitions, and weight segments can be modified to your intensity level. In addition, expect to do a lot of squats and leg lifts as well. This workout DVD is effective for fat burning, cardio, resistance training, and body sculpting. This workout session is just under an hour in duration and, when done correctly, you can expect to burn at least 500 or more calories. Keep in mind that you will need 5 lb-12 lb weights or dumbbells and a step to get the most out of this workout routine.
For additional product information and ordering, visit her website at http://www.jarilove.com/. This DVD is also available at amazon.com.
Top Workout DVD #3: The Best of Tamilee Buns, Abs and Arms Workout (2008)
Having owned the original VHS copies of Tamilee’s Buns of Steel and Abs of Steel, I can tell you that her timeless exercises are still just as relevant for today’s fitness enthusiasts, as they were then. I was very ecstatic to find that a DVD has been released which combines the best exercises from all of her tapes into one convenient package. I highly recommend this workout because it targets the areas women complain about the most: Buns, Abs, and Arms.
Tamilee Webb is currently the CEO of Webb International, Inc. She has a BA in Physical Education and a Master of Arts degree in Exercise Science. For additional product information and ordering, visit her website at http://www.tamileewebb.com/. Her workout DVD is also available at amazon.com.
Top Workout DVD #4: Jillian Michaels: The Complete Workout for Beginners (2007)
Jillian Michaels, personal trainer for the Biggest Loser, takes beginners through a full-body workout that is easy to follow. This two-DVD set is a full 97-minutes of circuit training that combines strength-training and aerobics for an intense workout targeting different areas of the body. You will need 3 lb -5 lb dumbbells and an optional resistance band for this workout. You can expect to burn an easy 370-460 calories. I highly recommend beginners to try this workout DVD because it is perfect at giving you a jump start to a new you.
For additional product information and ordering, visit Jillian Michaels’ website at http://www.jillianmichaels.com/. This workout DVD is available at amazon.ca.
Top Workout DVD #5: Leslie Sansone-Walk Away the Pounds-Complete In-Home Walking System (2007)
One of my favorite video series for beginners is Leslie Sansone’s Walk Away the Pounds-Complete In-Home Walking System. I discovered the video series via an infomercial, soon after the birth of my second child. What I love most about this workout series is the fact that it gets you up off your feet, moving, burning calories, and walking with Leslie as your partner–all in the comfort of your own home. By the time you have finished the workout session, an easy 20-40 minutes has gone by, you have walked a mile, two miles, and even three–and you have hardly noticed it. This workout is also very easy on your joints and the routines are very simple to follow. Best of all, the DVD set comes with weighted balls for a more intense workout. If you prefer, you can start with your own two-pound weights and increase the weights gradually, to customize to your desired intensity level.
For additional product information and ordering, click here to view Leslie Sansone’s website. This DVD set is also available at amazon.com and Collage Video.
