Firm:Body Sculpting System2 4pk

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Summary: What they don't tell you
Review: I bought this DVD set thinking it was a great price for 4 DVDs. However, what they don't tell you is that most of the exercises are only effective if you buy their specific equipment: the "Sculpting Stick" and the "Fanny Lifter." The "Sculpting Stick" was nothing more than an 8 pound bar and included 3 VHS's that contained the same exercises that I already had with the DVD set. The "Fanny Lifter" was the same story: it was packaged with more unwanted VHSs. The "Fanny Lifter" is nothing that spectacular. It consists of a 6 and an 8 inch step. If you want to know what you are getting, go with another exercise tape that TELLS you what equipment you need to have before using it. For example, the Denise Austin series not only tells you what you need (which is often optional), but doesn't force you to buy a specific set of equipment.

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Summary: What they don't tell you
Review: I bought this DVD set thinking it was a great price for 4 DVDs. However, what they don't tell you is that most of the exercises are only effective if you buy their specific equipment: the "Sculpting Stick" and the "Fanny Lifter." The "Sculpting Stick" was nothing more than an 8 pound bar and included 3 VHS's that contained the same exercises that I already had with the DVD set. The "Fanny Lifter" was the same story: it was packaged with more unwanted VHSs. The "Fanny Lifter" is nothing that spectacular. It consists of a 6 and an 8 inch step. If you want to know what you are getting, go with another exercise tape that TELLS you what equipment you need to have before using it. For example, the Denise Austin series not only tells you what you need (which is often optional), but doesn't force you to buy a specific set of equipment.

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Summary: Great tapes
Review: I found this set to be challenging but doable. I use a regular step and a step stool instead of the fanny lifter, and I use a chair and hand weights to replace the sculpting stick. You have to increase the weights pretty quickly, but that's a good sign of progress. I like all the tapes, and think there is a nice variety without sacrificing quality.

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Summary: Great tapes
Review: I found this set to be challenging but doable. I use a regular step and a step stool instead of the fanny lifter, and I use a chair and hand weights to replace the sculpting stick. You have to increase the weights pretty quickly, but that's a good sign of progress. I like all the tapes, and think there is a nice variety without sacrificing quality.

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Summary: ...A Living Room Exerciser/ Stay At Home MOM Of 2 Under 3
Review: I just started this 3-Pack two weeks ago and I absolutely love it! It's low-impact cardio and light weights/ high reps... but I've seen results in my rear in just two weeks already! You really need the Fanny Lifter and maybe the Sculpting Stick or a light weight body bar. I plan on rotating this program with higher intensity/ impact cardio workouts, but I will definately stick with The Firm!

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Summary: Want to buy my copies?
Review: I love to exercise - classes, tae-bo routines, Kathy Smith, Denise Austin, hey - I even used to work out with the Richard Simmons 'Sweatin' to the Oldies' tapes, but I could not bare to suffer through The Firm routines more than once. I found The Firm to be boring, odd, and a bit cult-like. There really isn't a problem with any of the moves... I just honestly didn't like one bit of it. As an overall aerobic and weight lifting enthusiest, I caution anyone to preview The Firm workouts prior to purchasing.

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Summary: What they don't tell you
Review: I started this set of dvd like 3 months agao and already i need heavier weights. it's good for beginners but more advanced people will need more motivation. The dvd i don't like too much is the maximum cardio burn. I get sweaty but i just don't like the movements at all. I do it b/c it's part of my roation. The Complete is funa and so is The Total Sculpt. The ab portions could be better.

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Summary: Good to workout to but weight increase is so necessary
Review: I started this set of dvd like 3 months agao and already i need heavier weights. it's good for beginners but more advanced people will need more motivation. The dvd i don't like too much is the maximum cardio burn. I get sweaty but i just don't like the movements at all. I do it b/c it's part of my roation. The Complete is funa and so is The Total Sculpt. The ab portions could be better.

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Summary: Fanny Lifter Not Required
Review: Other reviewers ,as would the distributors/owners, would like to have you believe that the Fanny Lifter is required to see satisfactory results. That is just not the case. You can and will see great results without the Fanny Lifter as long as you are motivated and consistent - two key elements in fitness. For more than one reason (a) If you already have a professional step that goes up to 10", this will suffice (b) if you are physically challenged i.e. obese, plagued with joint problems, etc. you may not be able to use this device and thus become discouraged from doing the workout. The Firm workouts are especially enjoyable in addition to my already packed schedule.I would also recommend Tae-Bo, Crunch Pilates and the Quick-Fix series as well as any other method that will afford you the opportunity to add variety to your workout thus ensuring interest and motivation. For those of you just getting into working out, you should work at your own pace and just get moving without regard to amount that you do or time that you spend. One workout video is not the end all be all but this is a fun place to start and its cheaper thatn a gym membership. Want more step work? Take the stairs more often or do more walking, add a jump rope even, but don't be discouraged because you don't have the Fanny Lifter. Get moving and get healthy. Numerous articles and studies have shown/stated that getting moving in one way shape or form can add years to your life. And why not be healthy and happy in the process. Be creative and innovative in taking control of your life and health. This is a great way to start without the Fanny Lifter.

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Summary: quality production, good for beginners, not a challenge.
Review: This is not for someone who really wants a good challenge. For beginners it would be great. I find it too slow with all the changes of equipment. I also don't appreciate that nonstandard equipment is used. I am not about to buy their specialty products. I make due with my dumbells and a step, but have to adapt the excercises accordingly. The music is boring, but the instructors are happy and consistent.