Someone talk me into/out of buying BSS3...

doskymom · 08-24-04, 03:22 PM

I got my new Collage catalog and I'm tempted to get the BSS3 - it looks like it might be fun with the new improved box. Then I start thinking that with all the stuff I already have - regular step, bosu, ramp, etc...maybe I'd be better off just buying a variety of other workouts...

So, do those of you that have BSS3 really enjoy it? Would I be missing out on much if I passed this one by?????

Pratima · 08-24-04, 03:29 PM

I have three words for you--no more gadgets! I tried Calorie Killer this morning, and while I've grown to like the 6-pack Firms, the (over)use of gadgetry just kills me.

That said, I don't have the BSS3 workouts, and maybe you could just do them with what you have. Just SEEING all those gadgets drives me nuts though!

Chris T. · 08-24-04, 04:28 PM

For a longtime Firmie (started w/ the Firm in '92), the BSS3 set is the one I reach for the most, in addition to the pre-Goodtimes Firms. I don't really reach for the BSS1 or BSS2 sets, but I reach for the BSS3. (Even though I really like BSS2 - they just don't "call out" to me).

The replacement box makes a HUGE difference. I got the original set from Goodtimes and the box would definitely scoot away when lunging on it, so I always worked out very "tentatively". Now that I have the replacement box, I can give it my all, and wow - these workouts are intense once you aren't worried about killing yourself on the box! Even the short 30 min workouts are intense.

I also think the music and the set in these are the best of the Goodtimes era.

I have the add-on's on order from Collage and I can't wait to get those, as well.

Firm Yoga, however, doesn't call to me much, either. I use it, but I have other, better yoga workouts that I do more often.

Good luck! Let us know what you do!

Chris

kimjo · 08-24-04, 04:32 PM

I am going to have to vote that you get it. I got mine the first week in March and I swear I have hardly done any other workouts in my collection since then. They are just so much fun to me and I actually like the Box!

DawnP · 08-24-04, 04:54 PM

Doskymom,

See this thread for my comments & others in response to GymRatt's same query:
http://forum.videofitness.com/showthread.php?t=54508

I still think that folks on the fence should hold out and order Stephanie's workout from an online retailer ($13 at Overstock.com), they're being released 9/21/04. Try it out (on a regular step) before you invest in the entire BSS3 set. Better than being at the mercy of GoodTimes

Videophile · 08-25-04, 02:39 PM

The Benson sisters are at this moment filming 12 new workouts which they promise will rival the Firm Classics. They'll be released in December. I'm holding out for that.

Nancy

doskymom · 08-25-04, 02:42 PM

I didn't order yesterday after reading your responses and also knowing that I'm going to want Kathy Smith's new workouts when they come out and I think Pratima might be right about all the gadgets and I already have quite a few...

Dawn,

What's the title of Stephanie's workout?

DawnP · 08-25-04, 03:18 PM

Doskymom,

Stepanie's workout is "Total Muscle Shaping." I had a link in the other thread to it on Overstock where it's selling for $13...

Good luck!

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08-24-04, 03:22 PM
doskymom Join Date: Oct 2002	Someone talk me into/out of buying BSS3... I got my new Collage catalog and I'm tempted to get the BSS3 - it looks like it might be fun with the new improved box. Then I start thinking that with all the stuff I already have - regular step, bosu, ramp, etc...maybe I'd be better off just buying a variety of other workouts... So, do those of you that have BSS3 really enjoy it? Would I be missing out on much if I passed this one by?????

08-24-04, 03:29 PM
Pratima Exchange Moderator Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Phoenix, AZ	I have three words for you--no more gadgets! I tried Calorie Killer this morning, and while I've grown to like the 6-pack Firms, the (over)use of gadgetry just kills me. That said, I don't have the BSS3 workouts, and maybe you could just do them with what you have. Just SEEING all those gadgets drives me nuts though!

08-24-04, 04:28 PM
Chris T. VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Thornton, Colorado	I really love it! For a longtime Firmie (started w/ the Firm in '92), the BSS3 set is the one I reach for the most, in addition to the pre-Goodtimes Firms. I don't really reach for the BSS1 or BSS2 sets, but I reach for the BSS3. (Even though I really like BSS2 - they just don't "call out" to me). The replacement box makes a HUGE difference. I got the original set from Goodtimes and the box would definitely scoot away when lunging on it, so I always worked out very "tentatively". Now that I have the replacement box, I can give it my all, and wow - these workouts are intense once you aren't worried about killing yourself on the box! Even the short 30 min workouts are intense. I also think the music and the set in these are the best of the Goodtimes era. I have the add-on's on order from Collage and I can't wait to get those, as well. Firm Yoga, however, doesn't call to me much, either. I use it, but I have other, better yoga workouts that I do more often. Good luck! Let us know what you do! Chris

08-24-04, 04:32 PM
kimjo VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Madison, AL	I love it too! I am going to have to vote that you get it. I got mine the first week in March and I swear I have hardly done any other workouts in my collection since then. They are just so much fun to me and I actually like the Box! __________________ Kimberly

08-24-04, 04:54 PM
DawnP VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: California	See responses to GymRatt's questions Doskymom, See this thread for my comments & others in response to GymRatt's same query: http://forum.videofitness.com/showthread.php?t=54508 I still think that folks on the fence should hold out and order Stephanie's workout from an online retailer ($13 at Overstock.com), they're being released 9/21/04. Try it out (on a regular step) before you invest in the entire BSS3 set. Better than being at the mercy of GoodTimes __________________ Dawn P.

08-25-04, 02:39 PM
Videophile Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sunny California	I posted this before but The Benson sisters are at this moment filming 12 new workouts which they promise will rival the Firm Classics. They'll be released in December. I'm holding out for that. Nancy

08-25-04, 02:42 PM
doskymom Join Date: Oct 2002	I didn't order yesterday after reading your responses and also knowing that I'm going to want Kathy Smith's new workouts when they come out and I think Pratima might be right about all the gadgets and I already have quite a few... Dawn, What's the title of Stephanie's workout?

08-25-04, 03:18 PM
DawnP VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: California	Stephanies = "Total Muscle Shaping" Doskymom, Stepanie's workout is "Total Muscle Shaping." I had a link in the other thread to it on Overstock where it's selling for $13... Good luck! __________________ Dawn P.