Jillian's Beginner Shred: Anyone try it yet?

BamaTanya · 09-02-14, 05:34 PM

I'm looking forward to your reviews!: D

Lucky Star · 09-02-14, 09:10 PM

I ordered it but haven't received it yet. And that's saying something cause Jillian's strident personality drives me crazy but she seems so much calmer/nicer in this one. Also, I'm restarting exercise so these "beginner" routines would suit me better than her usual fare. I'm planning to mix them into my current PowerFit rotation.

punkrockmom · 09-02-14, 10:51 PM

I'm still waiting for my preorder too.

Jane P. · 09-03-14, 08:01 AM

I'm waiting as well. I have her lower body one which I can do, but it's really hard and has a huge dread factor. I'm hoping for something a little easier.

Whimzee · 09-03-14, 11:29 AM

This is really weird: why is the title called "Beginners Shred" but the level specified on Mary's site lists intermediate?

Lucky Star · 09-04-14, 03:31 PM

UPDATE - just got it today (I ordered from Mary). I haven't previewed everything yet but it looks really really good! Very much Jillian's Shred program scaled back for, as she says during the intro: beginners, returning exercisers, post-baby moms, boomers/seniors, overweight, etc. So the moves are slower, no/low (or lower) impact, and Jillian is MUCH softer, even mellow! From what I heard so far, the music volume is a bit quieter as well, which I appreciate.

I'll continue to preview here and there and will try it tomorrow, but overall I think I'll be happy with it, and if you're looking for a kinder, gentler Shred you might be too.

punkrockmom · 09-05-14, 09:45 AM

I should've preordered from Mary. Amazon is taking forever. It doesn't even says it's preparing for shipment yet and it's out of stock already. I have a feeling I'll be waiting awhile.

That's great that it sounds like it's a true beginner workout. I can't wait to try it. I'd love to have something not too intimidating I can lend out to people just starting out.

Cybersparkle · 09-05-14, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky Star

UPDATE - just got it today (I ordered from Mary). I haven't previewed everything yet but it looks really really good! Very much Jillian's Shred program scaled back for, as she says during the intro: beginners, returning exercisers, post-baby moms, boomers/seniors, overweight, etc. So the moves are slower, no/low (or lower) impact, and Jillian is MUCH softer, even mellow! From what I heard so far, the music volume is a bit quieter as well, which I appreciate.

I'll continue to preview here and there and will try it tomorrow, but overall I think I'll be happy with it, and if you're looking for a kinder, gentler Shred you might be too.

I love NMTZ (no more trouble zones) - it is my fav traditional weight/toning dvd. It never tires me out but is really effective. I wonder how this one will compare to NMTZ ...

bzar · 09-05-14, 01:10 PM

i'm interested in this as well - the clips look great. thanks!

i've been a Jillian fan for a while.

those of you who might want more "softer" Jillian, she has her Beginners Frontside and Backside (not to be confused w/ her original Shape Up Front, Shape Up Back; or her Maximize Frontal and Maximize Back).

the Beginners Front and Back are 43 & 54 minutes respectively.

Gibbee · 09-06-14, 09:17 AM

I saw the previews as well and as much as I totally dislike her, I liked the looks of a slower, controlled workout and no screaming/screeching. Looks like you could go heavier, too.

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09-02-14, 05:34 PM
BamaTanya Join Date: Feb 2012	Jillian's Beginner Shred: Anyone try it yet? I'm looking forward to your reviews!: D

09-02-14, 09:10 PM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	I ordered it but haven't received it yet. And that's saying something cause Jillian's strident personality drives me crazy but she seems so much calmer/nicer in this one. Also, I'm restarting exercise so these "beginner" routines would suit me better than her usual fare. I'm planning to mix them into my current PowerFit rotation. __________________ ~ Gina ~ "Remain cheerful, for nothing destructive can pierce through the solid wall of cheerfulness." ~Sri Chinmoy "We are so fortunate that we get to exercise!" ~Erin O'Brien

09-02-14, 10:51 PM
punkrockmom VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tx	I'm still waiting for my preorder too.

09-03-14, 08:01 AM
Jane P. VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Colorado Springs	I'm waiting as well. I have her lower body one which I can do, but it's really hard and has a huge dread factor. I'm hoping for something a little easier. __________________ "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." Leo Tolstoy

09-03-14, 11:29 AM
Whimzee Join Date: May 2009	This is really weird: why is the title called "Beginners Shred" but the level specified on Mary's site lists intermediate?

09-04-14, 03:31 PM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	UPDATE - just got it today (I ordered from Mary). I haven't previewed everything yet but it looks really really good! Very much Jillian's Shred program scaled back for, as she says during the intro: beginners, returning exercisers, post-baby moms, boomers/seniors, overweight, etc. So the moves are slower, no/low (or lower) impact, and Jillian is MUCH softer, even mellow! From what I heard so far, the music volume is a bit quieter as well, which I appreciate. I'll continue to preview here and there and will try it tomorrow, but overall I think I'll be happy with it, and if you're looking for a kinder, gentler Shred you might be too. __________________ ~ Gina ~ "Remain cheerful, for nothing destructive can pierce through the solid wall of cheerfulness." ~Sri Chinmoy "We are so fortunate that we get to exercise!" ~Erin O'Brien

09-05-14, 09:45 AM
punkrockmom VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tx	I should've preordered from Mary. Amazon is taking forever. It doesn't even says it's preparing for shipment yet and it's out of stock already. I have a feeling I'll be waiting awhile. That's great that it sounds like it's a true beginner workout. I can't wait to try it. I'd love to have something not too intimidating I can lend out to people just starting out.

09-05-14, 01:10 PM
bzar Exchange Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: PalmTreeVille	i'm interested in this as well - the clips look great. thanks! i've been a Jillian fan for a while. those of you who might want more "softer" Jillian, she has her Beginners Frontside and Backside (not to be confused w/ her original Shape Up Front, Shape Up Back; or her Maximize Frontal and Maximize Back). the Beginners Front and Back are 43 & 54 minutes respectively. __________________ ~jeannine Miyagi: Wax on, right hand. Wax off, left hand. Wax on, wax off. Breathe in through nose, out the mouth. Wax on, wax off. Don't forget to breathe, very important. [walks away, still making circular motions with hands] ~ Pat Morita, The Karate Kid, 1984 disclosure: in the years 2002-2004 i had a professional relationship with a distributor of fitness videos; see profile.

09-06-14, 09:17 AM
Gibbee VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	I saw the previews as well and as much as I totally dislike her, I liked the looks of a slower, controlled workout and no screaming/screeching. Looks like you could go heavier, too. __________________ "A healthier future is every tiny step we take, or every little rep, that ultimately leads us to our goal." Arnold Schwarzenegger STS Graduate MET-Rx 180 Graduate