Workout: One-On-One Training with Jackie Reviews

• Great variety and excellent workout for the intermediate exerciser!

  
  By AL63PFK6S156O on 2008-04-20
  This is an excellent DVD with 3 circuit workouts (each 20 min long) that have a specific focus: Upper Body, Core, Lower Body. It features Jackie Warner with four of her trainers: Jesse, Rebecca, Augustina and Renessa. While the trainers all do the warmup and stretch together, during the weight training Jackie works out one-on-one with one of the individual trainers. She has them do the workout while she gives them pointers on form and motivation, except in the core workout where they all workout together. She is encouraging without being cheesy.
  
  I really like this workout and felt it provided an adequate challenge for the intermediate and perhaps the beginner exerciser who really wants a challenge (as there are some modifications shown). There are some new and interesting moves as well as some old favorites, so you get a great amount of variety . You do approximately one minute of each weight training exercise and for every 3-4 strength moves you do, there is also 1 minute of a cardio move. It moves at a fast pace but not so fast that you feel intimidated. You'll need light to moderate hand weights and a mat. Come on, you can do anything for a minute! :)
  
  I will give an approximate breakdown of each workout, with the moves performed and the trainer who is actually doing the move while Jackie tells you how to do the move correctly and sometimes shows a modified version. Remember you do 1 minute of each move.
  
  ********** Upper Body Workout*********
  You start out with a short warm-up with arm circles and boxer twist, then you get into the workout.
  
  >Augustina
  -Bent Over Rows (back)
  -Rear Delt Fly (delts)
  - Cardio (30 sec each): Jumping Jacks & Ski Bunny
  >Rebecca
  - Modified PushUp (Chest)
  - Kneeling Kickback (Triceps)
  - Lateral Raise & Front Raise (shoulders) - you alternate between one
  one arm doing the lateral raise and the other lifting to the front.
  - Cardio: Boxer Twist
  >Renessa
  - Alternating One Arm Row (back)
  - Hammer Curl (biceps)
  - WV(basically a shoulder raise in a different position)
  - Transvers Fly (shoulders)
  - Cardio (Knee-to-Elbow)
  > Jesse
  - Fly & Press (chest)
  - Skull Crusher (triceps)
  - Lateral Raise (shoulders)
  - Military Press (shoulders)
  - Cardio (Speed Bag)
  Finally a much deserved cooldown with all the trainers.
  
  ********** Core Workout **********
  You start out with a brief workout including core rotations, squat with wood chop, overhead squat. In this workout they all workout together and Jackie mostly goes around and gives excellent form pointers but she does the moves sometimes, too. Renessa shows a modified beginner version of the move and Jesse sometimes shows an advanced version. You do each move for one minute. There are a few stretches interspersed throughout, because your abdominals will be sore.
  
  - Crunches
  - Clam (The soles of the feet are together with knees out, as you crunch)
  - Plank (you hold it for one minute)
  - Cardio: Mountain Climber & Plank Twist (30 sec of each)
  - Bicycles
  - Figure Eight (while sitting on the floor you lean back slightly and alternately clap your hands under each leg)
  - Side Plank Rotation (30 seconds on each side)
  - Cardio: Torso Twist
  - Straight Leg Tap
  - Scissors
  - Penguin Heel Tap (really targets the obliques)
  - Cardio: Half Burpees
  - V-sit Extend & Flex
  - Side Roll
  - Plank Variation
  - Cardio: Fast Bicycles
  Finally, a much deserved stretch.
  
  ********** Lower Body Workout *********
  You start out with a warmup mainly using a half range of motion: little pulse squats, side lunge, front lunge, backward lunge. Again, you do each of the moves for 60 seconds, and hand weights can be used on most of the exercises.
  
  >Augustina
  - Squat
  - Front Lunge
  - Box Squat
  - Cardio: Frog Hop & Shuffle (30 seconds each)
  > Jesse
  - Plie Squat
  - Backward Lunge
  - Drop Step
  - Cardio: Jump Lunge Shuffle & Military KneeUp (30 seconds each)
  > Renessa
  - Sumo Squat
  - Frong Diagonal Lunges
  - Sumo Squat with Drop Step (the drop step is basically a curtsy squat)
  - Cardio: Knee Up Jog & Squat with Side Kick (30 seconds each)
  > Rebecca (this part is done on the ground, so you'll probably need a mat)
  - Bridge
  - Reverse Scissor
  - Three Quarter Kick (similar to a Donkey Kick)- 60 seconds on each side
  You finish off with a nice lower body and back stretch.
  
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  Overall, you will definitely feel the burn and see results with this one. It is well worth the price and Jackie is a master trainer.
  
  
  
  

• Excellent workout :-o

  
  By A24ZFFRQ4MG3XL on 2008-05-17
  I picked this up based on the reviews that I read on Amazon and they were right - it's a great workout. I haven't seen the Work Out series on Bravo, but I'd heard that it was good. Jackie is the star of that program and I only wish now that I could see this.
  This is a body targeted workout that uses interval training to get it done. There are three programs and they each focus on different body parts; upper body, lower body and abs. Each are fairly tough going but very effective. I've done this twice already and I'm as sore the second time as the first. I enjoy it though and have fun doing it which is the main thing because it's making me want to do it again. All you need are some dumbells and some space and almost anyone can do it. The combination of weights and cardio are what make it most effective and I feel like I can already feel some results.
  Overall, this is a fun and enjoyable workout that makes you work hard and burn a lot of calories. I love it.
  
  

• Prepare to be in pain!

  
  By A16HOB9S21O6PW on 2008-04-06
  I got to do a 25 minute preview workout from this video. I did the upper body portion. And let me tell ya I am not going to be able to move my arms tomorrow. This work out is not something I would recommend for beginners. It will definitely seem intimidating at first. But if you just do as many reps as you can then you will definitely be able to build up to keep up with Jackie and her trainers. Its a great workout. Jackies queuing is perfect and she gives lots of tips on keeping good form. All you need for this workout is a pair of light hand weights and you are good to go. Another workout similar to this one that will cause equal amounts of pain is the Jillian Michaels 30 day Shred. Give them both a try if you want a very challenging workout!Jillian Michaels - 30 Day Shred
  
  

• You'll burn fat, have fun and tone muscle - a real workout!

  
  By ADVLRJS633OTD on 2008-06-24
  Jackie Warner was born in 1969 in Fairborn, Ohio. She's a fitness trainer and owner of Sky Sport and Spa in Beverly Hills, California.
  
  For those of you who have never seen her, she rocks. Nearly forty, she looks great. And she knows how to train people. In fact, she trains stars in Hollywood.
  
  I love this video. Jackie has an engaging personality that makes you want to push yourself and enjoy what you're doing.
  
  I timed each session and they run true to what they say . . . twenty minutes each.
  
  The instructors consist of Jackie, three of her female trainers and one of her male trainer.
  
  The video starts off with a short promo for her show on Bravo. That's okay as the video isn't expensive. But when you pay for something, I prefer not to pay for an advertisement. It's short, however. You may not even notice it.
  
  The upper body is high reps and lighter weights. I'm used to heavy weights and low reps. But this is better for older people and it's great toning and cardio. If you want to go for muscle mass, you'll have to go another route.
  
  This is really fast-paced. But the exercises are broken up in minutes. So you don't get overly tired. At the same time, you burn fat and get toned.
  
  The music is good for working out. It's not too loud but you're aware of it. It keeps good time to the workout.
  
  Jackie gives good instruction. She is, after all, a true expert at getting people into shape.
  
  This is not a girlie girl workout. No aerobics. I like that. There are a few jumping jacks and military-like cardio moves; some boxing moves. These are great and done in short spurts.
  
  Jackie tells which muscles are being engaged in each exercise.
  
  Each workout ends with a stretch, which is really necessary and good. It's a great cool down and allows your heart rate to go down and muscles to relax.
  
  Some instructors have you stretch before the workout with weights. I'm not sure which is best. But I prefer to do it afterwords.
  
  The only equipment you need is a mat and your choice of dumbbells. You'll want the weights to be light enough to use for one minute or so for each exercise but heavy enough to tone. So it totally depends on your current strength. You might hurt yourself if you go too heavy. So it's better to go lighter than you think you need until you do the workout at least one time.
  
  The important thing is, you'll burn fat and tone up.
  
  The video is broken up into three twenty-minute workouts. The first one is for the upper body. The second one is for the lower body and the third is for the abs and core.
  
  Twenty minutes isn't a long time. But you'll know you've had a workout after any one of these. Of course, those brave and hardy souls who just have to go gung ho can do more than one session if they choose.
  
  One thing I like about the lower body workout is that the lunges are not deep so they're easy on the knees. After the warm up there are sixty second squats. These really work the gluts, hamstrings and quads.
  
  Then you'll do a front lunge. Again, you don't need to go deep. And, you can add weights for extra resistance if you want. Advanced exercisers will probably want to.
  
  This is really a full body workout.
  
  Jackie tells you how to keep your posture, your form. Jackie says on the video that you'll want to increase your weights as you do the workouts more often.
  
  You'll get cardio in the lower body workout too. Between the weight sessions is a short period of fast cardio. Generally boxing and jumping routines.
  
  You'll engage your abs in most of the exercises.
  
  "You can do anything for a minute," Jackie tells the viewer. And that's true.
  
  I suggest you watch the video before you do any of the workouts. That way you'll know where you might want to modify.
  
  The lower body workout, like the previous one, ends with a stretch. A few of the poses are wonderful yoga poses, such as the child's pose. Then, you go into the pigeon, another wonderful yoga pose and it feels so good.
  
  The ab/core session begins with a nice warm up. Then, Jackie leads the team in crunches. Here I have a minor problem. Jackie has been quoted as saying she did not do crunches. She has fantastic abs to be sure. But her claim is she does not do crunches herself.
  
  To quote Jackie herself, "I actually do not do crunches. This is one of my buzz phrases, `Crunches are a waste of time.'
  
  She continues, "Crunches are not going to get those abs. How you get those abs are actually lifting with a big muscle group such as chest, back, legs and butt. The more muscle that you have on your frame, the more fat you literally lose or shrink."
  
  But, in all honesty, this video has only a few crunches. The rest of the ad/core workout uses such things as the plank and twist.
  
  I've found that most all weight lifting and body work uses the abs. And strong abs are important. There just not for looks. You need them to lift groceries, the baby and even to reach things on high shelves. Notice sometime when you do these things . . . you'll feel your abs if you have good strong ones.
  
  I judge the core/ab workout as excellent. It combines yoga poses with some really tough exercises and they really engage the abs. You'll also get cardio. You'll get the burn. And you'll burn fat and build muscle.
  
  Of course, this session, like all of the others, ends in a nice stretch session.
  
  The ab work is very effective and it works.
  
  I rate this 5 stars. It's terrific for any level except hard core weight lifters. And it's good for men and women both although I expect more women will want this video.
  
  It's not aerobic. It's a real workout and I believe you'll get real results if you do it.
  
  Highly recommended.
  
  - Susanna K. Hutcheson
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• It is a good work out

  
  By A1VB9PIZB0IMAK on 2008-05-29
  There are several vitriolic one star reviews here. After completing all three segments of the video I found this strange. While I understand what makes someone like or dislike an exercise video is very subjective, it was hard for me to see how someone could *hate* the exercises in this video. The only thing that I could conclude is that some of the reviews are actually reflecting the reviewer's personal thoughts on the trainer. I'm more interested in the quality of the work-out in the video. In that regard, I can say that I really like this DVD. For me to stick with a DVD I need variation and this DVD delivers that. There are three segments so I can do a different one each morning. At first I didn't think I'd like the fact that for the upper body and lower body segments she works with one trainer at a time but this wound up being my favorite feature of the video. There are four trainers so I knew that after the second trainer, I was at the half way point - this helped me push through the segments.
  
  
• Felt the burn, but wanted more.
  By AG4EYBOJSTRHS on 2008-05-30
  I couldn't wait to buy this workout dvd. I think very highly of Jackie and her staff. I can't deny feeling the burn of this workout and I did sweat a little, but I still wanted more. I wanted to be trained like a skylaber. I wanted to be motivated more and wanted more info on perfecting technique. It was easier for me to follow Augustine more than anyone else. I believe that she and I have similar frames. On her show Jackie did mention being overwelmed. I do understand why this dvd has fallen short given that. I am confident that Jackie's next dvd will be better and even more powerful. I do not feel like I have wasted my money. She provided a variety of exercises that I can't get at the local Y. Thanks Jackie! Keep doing what you do!
  
  
• Best $13 you will ever spend!
  By A24DGQ8I5FLY0O on 2008-04-16
  I was able to preview the entire workout through my subscription to exercise TV and let me tell you this workout is amazing. There are three parts, each about 22 minutes. Upper, lower, and core. I am a workout adict and have tried pretty much all the top workouts. After doing these for only a couple weeks I already have a 4 pack and am seeing definition in my arms. Low weight combined with lots of reps. Jackie and her trainers definitely know what they are doing. Jackie charges $250/hr for her training services at SkyLab and for just $13 this DVD is sure to bring about similar results. Try for yourself!
  
  
• FANTASTIC!
  By A2VOS0QU40O0QS on 2008-05-05
  I have been doing these workouts on Exercise TV and I am definitely getting this dvd when it comes out. The workouts are short but effective. I find I am mostly sore in the butt, back and core after doing all of these.
  I burned 170 calories in 20 min doing the lower body portion. I love all 3 workouts. They all have some different moves in them and also spurts of cardio that help to burn lots of calories. I would highly recommend. Jackie is so much better than Jillian. I would take Jackie over her any day. I think if you do not watch the show Workout you will probably not really get Jackie's style or her relationships with the trainers. I love the show and I love the workouts. They are great!
  
  Edit 6/7/08: I burn between 450 and 500 cals doing all 3 workouts! I have done all 3 about 15 times now and have seen a lot of definition in all areas.
  I have increased my weights up from 3 pounds to 8 pounds on many of the exercises (biceps, chest etc) and I am finding the workout is easy for me now. I really hope she comes out with another one that is a step up from this one as far as difficulty goes but based on her show and what a pain it was to do this dvd I doubt she has another one planned *in the near future (like I wish) anyway).
  Still HIGHLY recommend this dvd. I LOVE it.
  
  
• THANK GOD ALREADY!
  By A66HY6L95NIPA on 2008-06-04
  Thank god somebody finally had the brains to make a dvd that actually does what it sets out to do. WORK YOU OUT. No crappy music, no fake chit-chat. I do not understand these reviewers who gave it a "1". It's hard, it's intense, it's not too long, it's not boring, the trainers and Jackie are hot and frankly I'm glad she did it. You rock girl!
  
  
• This Workout Is Amazing!
  By AA7K0GSGF0EPR on 2008-06-12
  This is an amazing workout DVD. I am overweight and have made a lifestyle change of eating a healthy diet and working out regularly since this past February. I am losing a tremendous amount of weight, but I can't get to my gym every day as I have two small daughters. So, I was looking for an exercise program to do at home for the days I can't get to the gym. I love the show "Workout" so I decided to order the DVD. It truly is an amazing workout! I was dripping with sweat after the first 20-minute session. I love how there are 3 sessions so I can do one, two, or all three whenver I feel like it. I also did not find this too difficult. I was worried about that since Jackie and her trainers are so fit. But, I am by no means fit and I didn't have a hard time at all. Don't get me wrong - it's hard to do, but it's not too advanced for me. In fact, my 4-year-old daughter even joined me for fun! (Well, fun for her! Not me!) Overall, this is exactly what I was looking for. It's going to help me build lean muscles and get very fit. Thank you!!!!!
  
  
• DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
  By A1AGAUARJSI7S7 on 2008-05-24
  BORING, NOT MOTIVATIONAL, TRAINERS WITH TONS OF MAKEUP, EVEN THEIR ABDOMINALS HAD BEEN RETOUCHED WITH MAKE UP. DID NOT DELIVER.
  
  
• Great Workout!
  By A1IPEU4U4L9T30 on 2008-06-08
  Like some other reviewers, I am baffled by the 1, 2, and 3 star ratings. This is a really interesting, well-presented, very motivating workout. It's got mods up (watch Jesse) or down (watch Renessa) to help you tailor it to your strengths or weaknesses for individual exercises ... I can do some well, others less so, but I can do the whole deal because of the mods. It's a great workout, with engaging (but not overpowering) music, good cuing, and professional production.
  
  I'm also puzzled by the comparisons to Jillian Michaels. Nothing against her, but her style turns me off. Jackie comes across as wanting you to succeed, and offers a way to get there, but doesn't let you forget why you're doing this in the first place!
  
  I've bought so many disappointing exercise DVDs -- either way too hard or way too easy, or too long, or not something you could really keep doing for the long haul. You can make this DVD into what works for you with the three 20-minute mix-and-match sessions, and the mods make it easy to get started at almost any level, and move onward from there.
  
  This is the first exercise DVD I've found that I'll actually be able to use on an on-going basis. Very good value -- don't hesitate to buy it!
  
  
• Great 20 minute workout
  By A23BE7RU78HDXO on 2008-05-05
  I recently had twins and was on bedrest for 3.5 months during the pregnancy. Before I had the twins, I was a personal trainer and a D-1 athlete who was training for the olympic trials so I know what a good workout is. I had watched Jackie's show on tv before so when I saw the workouts on exercisetv I thought they would be great to try. They are great in length when you are trying to fit a quick workout in especially for a new mom with twins. I was sore from the legs workout for about three days the first time. The upper body workout didnt make me sore but I have been picking up two 10lb boys 24 hours a day for three months now plus their carseats. I just did the ab workout. I will find out tomorrow if I am sore. I love how the cardio is incorporated into the workout. I decided to buy the dvd because it is perfect for this time of my life now since I cant get to the gym. As well as it is getting me back into shape post=partum so I can try to qualify for the Olympic trials this June in the discus.
  
  
• one-on-one training jackie
  By A2KLUJG4AJIG6S on 2008-05-12
  Another Jullian micheal wannabe!three boring 20 minutes workout. AWFUL do not waste your money! buy 30 day shred and see result.
  
  
• Highly recommended
  By AIO7HK3Z4G89Q on 2008-05-22
  I began exercising regularly about six months ago, alternating resistance training with cardio work and yoga. I do not belong to a gym and so rely largely on video workouts. My favorites are the Biggest Loser series, Jillian Michaels routines, and a DVD called Yoga For Every Body (With Over 35 Routines). I've lost over twenty pounds and am now at a healthy weight and can really see the results. I no longer get winded like I used to and am starting to see some great muscle definition.
  
  I can't say enough about how much I like Jackie Warner's new video. One of my favorite things about it is that she has broken down the three routines into Upper Body, Lower Body, and Abs. So you can alternate days thus giving your muscles time to rest and repair. This is a HUGE draw to me. Each routine is about 21.5 minutes including the warm up and cool down. The warm ups and cool downs are also uniquely designed for each specific workout.
  
  The exercises are quite varied and you feel like you're getting a thorough workout. They are mostly strength training with some cardio interspersed throughout. She also gives you modifications to make the exercises easier or more challenging.
  
  Throughout the routines, Jackie's great about telling you exactly which muscles you're working, why you're working them, and where you should feel the exercise. Her attention to form is excellent which is so important when you're working out on your own at home and don't have anyone to tell you if you're doing an exercise properly.
  
  This video is definitely going to be a staple in my exercise repertoire. I hope there are more to come because this is exactly what I want in an exercise DVD!
  
  
• short but intense!
  By A3REG524WE8SWL on 2008-05-23
  The good thing about this workout dvd is there are three 20 minute segments and each segment targets a different part of your body: upper, core and lower. So you can do one at a time or all of them if you want a longer routine.
  
  20 minutes is good because it's short. But it is intense- Jackie utalizes every second in each routine going from exercise to exercise quickly so you get some cardio in as well as strength training.
  
  The other good thing about this dvd is her trainers show you different variations of all the moves so whether you are a beginner or more advanced you can do each move on your own level.
  
  
  I do this with Jillian Michael's 30 day shred and the results I'm getting with them is amazing. The main thing with exercise and being successful is you have to stay consistent and don't expect miracle results. Results will come if you continue, don't even give up and be patient. If you do an exercise routine and only give 50%, you will only get 50% results. You get what you put in.
  
  
• Better than a personal trainer.
  By A3N1K9HJVZNGS6 on 2008-05-27
  I bought this on a whim. Having seen a few episodes of the Workout series and seeing that it was only $10 I found it to be a good deal. So when I popped it in yesterday I was amazed at how quick yet effective each workout is. Jackie's motto of "you can do anything for one minute" really seems strangely motivational. She doesn't yell during the home video like some other trainers, which is a big plus. Her attitude is more "you can do it" than "you better do it while I yell at you to do it longer!" It is very refreshing. Jackie also points out where you should be feeling the burn in every single exercise, making it easy to determine that you are doing the exercise properly. In addition to being an intermediate level video (which is really difficult to find!) she shows how to progressively make the exercises more difficult, along with doing them for a long period of time.
  Really, Jackie's "you can do anything for a minute" attitude combined with her knowledge about the body makes for a great video. This is the best $10 I've spent in a while!
  
  
• Great Workout!
  By A18J3X588Z61JL on 2008-06-03
  I have done this workout twice now. The first time, I really liked it. The time went by so fast. I was never bored and felt motivtated, and like I had not wasted my time. I am 49 years old, and intermediate-to-advanced. Whenever I try a new workout, it's usually either too easy or frustratingly difficult. This was perfect! And the bonus was, even though I workout 3-4 days a week, I was sore in several places the next day! Wow! That doesn't happen too much anymore. I tried it the second time yesterday, and today I am only sore due to the pushups. But I still really was impressed with the workout. She gets the job done! I will say, after viewing other's comments, I have to agree that her trainers' abs certainly do look enhanced with some type of shading. They are fit enough that I find that insulting to both them and us. But as far as the workout itself goes, I highly recommend this to anyone. Beginners can do fewer reps, lighter weights, or do one section at a time. Advanced can increase weights and do the more advanced modifications she shows. I look forward to trying some of those as I improve.
  
  
• My least favorite workout video
  By A17V9XL4CWTQ6G on 2008-07-08
  I really wanted to love this video as I do love Jackies show and also love to workout and have a great workout dvd library. However, it's my least favorite one. Not only is the workout broken up into 3 parts, upper body, core, and lower body...well, let me start there. The workouts may be great if you've never worked out before but not only will you do so little in each area that you shouldn't feel any soreness or muscle building, but the cardio is so sparse that your won't have much caloric burn either. My heart rate monitor (the top Polar model) showed I, therefore, burned fewer calories in doing this workout than any other workout dvd I own (the Biggest Loser or S.W.A.T. dvds are great...they mix up core, upper body, lower body with great cardio so you burn lots of calories while gaining muscle). I burned 60 calories during this workout. I typically burn 200 or more. My abs were a little sore after the abs section the very first time, but I felt nothing on upper body or lower body later or abs the second time I did it...The ideal workout has a good balance of cardio and strength and alternates muscle groups. This doesn't provide. You'll typically do just all upper body in a workout, or just lower body, or just all abs so you get bored since there is no alternation...and there isn't nearly enough cardio to burn fat.
  Just not well planned out as far as ideal workout. And, because I have a heart rate monitor, I know my fat loss was minimal during this routine. I had to get on my elliptical trainer for 15 minutes after I did her workout in order to sweat at all. I now use this video as a warm up only. Love Jackie, proud of her for standing up for all that's right and helping to change negative stereotypes that shouldn't exist...but sorry to say,I dont love her video nearly as much.
  
  
• gimmick
  By A2EVTBE7BOKDZ6 on 2008-04-30
  I tried this dvd and it isn't very good. Jackie tries to hard to be like Jillian MIchaels from the Biggest Loser, but she lacks all the caring that Jillian is famous for. This is a pass. If you are looking for an amazing workout 30 Day Shred by Jillian Michaels is the way to go.Jillian Michaels - 30 Day Shred
  
  
• Comprehensive workout!!
  By AW5M68CP9IVV2 on 2008-05-25
  This is one of the best workout DVD's I have ever tried. It is broken down into three twenty minute workouts consisting of the upper body, lower body, and the core. This is a great idea. Many people complain that they don't have time to workout because most workout videos are about 45 -60 minutes long (some longer!). This makes it really intimidating when you are trying to start exercising, or if it has been a while since you have had an exercise routine. But with this DVD, it is hard to find an excuse not to exercise for twenty minutes a day. And for those of you who workout regularly, you can do all three workouts at a time.
  
  As for each of the three workouts, they are all intense. Jackie definitely makes each second count. You get in, get your workout, get out and get on with your day. I have only been doing this workout for the last four days, but I have already had my energy level shoot up. I seem to get a lot more done. I had just recently started working out again, so I have only been doing one of the workouts a day. I started with the upper body workout. I have been working out with weights, and thought I was doing pretty well. But the day after doing this workout, I was sore in muscles I completely forgot I had. Not so sore that I was useless, but sore enough to remember I had worked out the day before. The next day I did the lower body workout, and boy was that intense. There were some moves I had not seen before that really seemed to target the inner thigh. I was not able to go as deep into every move as the trainers did, but I still felt it the next day. And of course I did the core workout the next morning. I definitely had to do the modified version on some moves, but I still reached muscles that have not been worked in years.
  
  I have to say again how much I am enjoying this workout DVD. It targets every muscle group, and since it is so fast-paced you do get a cardio workout as well. I find Jackie and her trainers to be highly motivational. They are all friendly and inspiring. I will definitely be using this DVD as my main exercise. Thanks so much Jackie!!
  
  
• Wasn't what I hoped for
  By AHXVG92V3YAK3 on 2008-05-28
  I got the workout and must say that I was pretty disappointed. I was hoping for variations to make the workouts adaptable to your fitness level - ok for beginner or intermediate - not for advanced.
  
  
• Pretty slamming
  By AN49G3V2QGXV6 on 2008-05-29
  I got both Jillian Michaels' 30 Day Shred and this DVD. Both I feel are effective workouts. I'm a beginner exerciser so I was a little concerned reading the reports that my arms would fall off and I wouldn't be able to move the next day. I walk 50 minutes to get to my schools to teach and I worked it just fine. In fact I even felt better than I usually do. You'll definitely feel the burn though. The only bad thing I can say about Jackie was that I didn't feel as motivated by her. Jillian's "Work for it! This butt doesn't come for free! Keep pushing! Go deeper now!" and other phrases actually pumped me up though if I hadn't been working out I probably would have just rolled my eyes. Jackie's relationship with her trainers is more evident and she seems to really motivate them so you're kind of motivated through proxy but it definitely doesn't have the same feeling. Her moves really work though and her energy and focus on good form are good. I'll edit and repost if my feelings change but that's the word for now.
  
  
• best i've ever seen or tried!
  By A1B2LYDJA32FT1 on 2008-05-19
  workout: one-on-one training with jackie
  
  i've reviewed and tried a lot of workouts and workout programs, and this one is the best because it is highly effective and efficient.
  
  she chooses an excellent group of exercises for each area of the body and gives you a tough workout that hits every muscle deeply. however, it's easy to modify for a beginner. just do few reps. on the toughest.
  
  there is no waste of time or effort with too many exercises or exercise combinations that leave you feeling as if some muscles were left out. the warm-ups are quick and easy, and the stretches at the end are also quick and feel good.
  
  what i liked best is that she works your inner thighs with squat and lunge variations that are a lot more pleasant than those old exercises on your side on the floor - and i felt those muscles during the session and the next day.
  
  in fact, the next day, (after doing all three sections at once and modifying as needed), i did not have much soreness, was standing taller, and my abs were pulled in.
  
  
• Good work out for the price
  By A2TATVKMUV7JDJ on 2008-06-04
  I bought this after wanting a piece of the show at my home to work out with. I consider myself to be in decent health and I work out often but this is the first "conventional" work out I have ever done. The routines are hard but since each movement is only 1 minute, it doesn't feel so bad. Actually, during the entire work out (60 min), I didn't feel winded or anything. But afterwards when I was finished I could really FEEL every muscle in my stomach and my hips, which felt amazing! AND while doing the dvd, it didn't even feel like it took a hour. I felt like I was only doing it for 20 minutes..which is great...it moves very smoothly and keeps your attention.
  
  I gave this four stars only because I think the airbrushed abs for definition on the trainers is cheesy and unnecessary. However, this does not take away from the quality of the work out. I only recommend that if you need constant motivation to keep going and need a trainer to hold your hand, you might want another video. Jackie does a good job of motivating you but it isn't the first thing she says in a given segment. This is okay because I can keep myself motivated, but if you can't look elsewhere.
  
  
• Pretty Good
  By A1IU2NHZ0ANUSJ on 2008-06-18
  Now I watch show Work Out and am a FAN. It Shows Jackie, Showing the trainors, how to do a few excecises each. They do them for ONE Minute, then do some little cardio Move for a Minute and then back to excersises, so You do Get a Good Work Out.. Good for the MONEY There were a few excercises in there that i Had never seen before. and You Do SWEAT, and it does target Muscles.. What I Liked about it was You could Keep Up, and Not get Lost in fancy footwork type stuff, as a Lot cardio DVD 's do to me.. Id say for the MONEY ........its worth it. But you probably watch it twice maybe three times and memorize it... and be done. I did Hurt the Next day after doing it, so I feel It WORKS
  
  
• Do Not Waste Your Money On This DVD
  By A91HG18HS0ROE on 2008-05-18
  This is the worst DVD I have ever seen. Boring, non-motivational and just blah. No wonder there has been a lot of negative press about Jackie Warner. Look at LA RAG MAG. I was just very disappointed! Don't waste your hard earned money on this one!
  
  
• this is a great workout, not boring at all!
  By A1018RU0PZMIA2 on 2008-05-28
  This DVD is great! There are 3 different 22 min. targeted exersize groups, upper body, lower body and core. The first time I just did the arms and the next day I was so sore. All the workouts are great, they are not boring at all, they mix it all up and they do everything in short increments so you don't get to wiped out from doing the same thing over and over. There is a reason Jackie Warner gets paid so well for being a trainer and its not just because she has a TV show it's because she really is an amazing trainer. Give this a try, I usaully get bored with fitness DVDs but this one is perfect. Have fun!!!
  
  
• Great workout - NOT for beginners
  By A20J4FB33G3X4X on 2008-06-18
  This is a tough workout. I exercise with weights regularly, and I was sore the next day in ways I haven't been in a while! These workouts are short, but they are non-stop and packed with different exercises. The 20 minutes (or so) goes by fast because there are no breaks at all - you do two or three weight lifting exercises and then go into a minute of cardio. Most of the weight lifting exercises are a minute of each type (for example, one minute of squats, then one minute of lunges). The exercises are basic enough, so you don't have to be an expert to do them, but you do have to work out regularly to keep up, as well as to know which weights to use with each exercise, since they don't offer advice on this (light vs. heavier, etc.).
  
  The only minor problems I have are with the warm-up/cool-downs and the form of some of the trainers. The warm-up and cool-downs are very short, so it would probably be wise to do a little more of each on your own. Also, sometimes the trainers are doing the exercises so fast they they jerk around and appear to use bad form. For example, one of the girls is doing squats so fast that she's basically popping up and locking her knees at the top - from what I've learned on other videos, this is bad. Since I know proper form, this isn't a problem for me, but it could be bad for people who are new to these types of exercises.
  
  All in all though, it is a really good, no-nonsense workout with good variety.
  
  
• Awesome Workout, for all Levels
  By A2B92GI9EFIGFY on 2008-06-24
  I never watched Jackie's show on Bravo, because the idea just didnt interest me. But after going through Nursing School and realizing that I need to reclaim my fitness again, I checked out this video....And I LOVED it. I am not your typical fitness person, I dont want an annoying chirpy instructor nor do I want a dog in heat....I want someone who is motivating without being saccharine and who has created an exercise regime that is fun to do, but one that you can feel immediately. Otherwise, why do it?
  
  Jackie has broken down her workout into 3 segments: Lower Half, Upper Half, and the Core. And each one is just wonderful to do. I break a sweat each time, and it allows me to increase the intensity level as needed for each workout.
  
  I highly recommend this product.
  
  

• Jillian Michaels - 30 Day Shred
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• The Biggest Loser Workout: Power Sculpt
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• SWAT Workout: Extreme Weight Loss and Fat Burning