Jillian Michaels: No More Trouble Zones
Starring: Jillian MichaelsDirector: Andrea Ambandos
Studio: Lions Gate
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Format: Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC
Running Time: 58 minutes
DVD Release: February 3rd 2009
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DVD Review
Get into the zone with TV's kick-butt trainer, Jillian Michaels, and tackle stubborn problem areas with her surefire circuit training formula that combines upper- and lower-body sculpting moves to obliterate fat even faster. Say goodbye to saddlebags, muffin tops and wobbly arms with this heart-pounding, 40-minute circuit workout that targets trouble zones like never before. By keeping you constantly challenged, Jillian will transform your body from flab to firm in no time! Warm up and cool down before and after this grueling workout.
User Reviews
An old Firmie learns new tricks! - Rating: 5/5
I'm 41, 140 and on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being in Olympic condition and 1 being a couch potatoe) I consider myself at 4 and would be happy to be a 7 or 8- due to health issues I have only been working out intermittantly. I have worked out with the old (Susan Harris era) firm tapes for years and finally wanted new moves and shorter workouts with all the effectiveness of the old firm. I did my homework and decided to give Jillians 3 dvds a try. In this case, DO believe the hype LOL! I have been doing this workout for only a week and a half and it truly lives up to the firm and I am seeing great results in my tone as well as weight loss. The biggest difference btwn the workouts is although I sweat with the Firm, with NMTZ, I POUR. I've never had to stop because I cant see with the sweat running into my eyes. NMTZ does what the firm does in less time and with more cardio I feel. I am a believer in weights (firm influence) and skeptical that I would feel the burn with only 3 pds- I ended up going back down to 2 pds! However, I do feel that eventually, if I become advanced, I would love to be able to do 5lbs hand weights and 1 or 2 lb ankle weights- if you are advanced, it's a good workout, just increase the weights & add ankle weights. Of her 3 dvds, this one is easiest on the knees, not that much jumping- although the surrenders (OMG- you are in the army now baby!) I have to be careful to land as softly as possble on my knees. And if you have to go to your knees in plank pose (I do) there is knee pressure. Even so, this one is less of a killer for the kneess; BFBM and 30shred jumping is almost in every move seems like- I do this one to give my knees a rest. Someone mentioned that all the moves are not even, if you are not advanced- dont worry about it- seriously- I secretly pray she IS missing a move a two to give my sweaty butt a rest! I love Jillian's style, down to earth (to each his own, but it's my pet peeve to do workouts where I feel like I'm being instructed by Barbie & friends!), humourous, excellent cueing and seems to know when I'm flagging and gives that extra push right when I need it. I still have my VCR just for my beloved Firm but they will have to now make some room on my shelf for Jillian's workouts- they are a keeper for life.
Strongly reccomend, even for slim ppl who want to tone up and all the fellow new moms - Rating: 5/5
I purchased this DVD along with the 30 day Shred and Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism. I must say that I was blown away with the intensity of the workout. Jullian's advice and encouragement throughout was also very helpful.
I am a mom of a 5 month old and had a c-section. Also, I had stayed away from exercises (other than a little walking) ever since I became pregnant. Hence, I was apprehensive about doing this. The first day I did this workout, I was so tired that I almost wanted to puke. However, at the same time, I immensely enjoyed the workouts. All the exercises are to the point and you can feel your muscles getting toned. I have been alternating between the three DVDs for around a month now. It is already showing results.
To put things in perspective, even before I started the DVDs, I was back to my pre-pregnancy weight. Though I have a tendency to put on weight really quick and lose it really slow, through proper and balanced diet, I have managed to be on the slim side. So, my problem was not of excess weight but having the fat in the wrong places. My problem areas were my tummy, which with the pregnancy had gotten flabby and kind of loose; and my butt which was again not toned. With the exercises, I have started getting into shape. My pregnancy belly has completely disappeared and my tummy muscles and butt have gotten toned. In fact, I AM IN BETTER SHAPE THAN I WAS PRE-PREGNANCY.
I strongly urge ppl out there to do yourself the biggest favor you ever can and buy this DVD (along with the other 2 DVDs that I have mentioned above; Besides it just cost me around $30, which is less than one meal for 2 and this is the best investment that I have ever ever made). Keep in mind that this DVD works not just for women but also men. The days I exercise as per the DVD, I can actually feel happier and more in peace and far more energetic, than if I dont.
As I mentioned earlier, I have a 5 month old and I am a working mom. So, that is enough to occupy me the entire day and tire me out so that I am ever so ready to sleep around 9-9.30 pm) Just so that I can exercise, I get up at around 4 am (as that is the only time I get to exercise in one stretch without having to stop to attend to my child). This is how much I love this DVD and would not want to miss it.
Try it and you wont regret it ever.
Best of luck
Love Jillian - Rating: 5/5
I purchased this DVD with some hesitation because I already owned the 30 day shred (I really like that DVD); so when I read another reviewer's remarks on how this video is very similar to it, I almost did not make the purchase. There are some things that are similar, but in reality it is fairly different. It is longer to work out to, but it went fairly quickly. Summarizing the DVD for you- it has a lot more ab workouts (if this is a problem spot for you), and leg work outs.
BEST DVD - Worth every penny and every minute you spend doing it - Rating: 5/5
I will keep this short, but suffice to say this is possibly the best workout DVD I have ever owned. It kicks butt and delivers real results in a very short time. As with any workout, you have to focus and apply yourself, but I have done it 3-5 times a week for the past three weeks and have seen amazing results already. In my past I have worked as a personal trainer in a gym and am a certified yoga instructor and I will tell you this is a killer workout. It will help improve your performance in general and other areas of your active life if you already are athletically inclined. Jillian very no nonsense and there is no silly music or annoying aerobic routines. Men will find her tough training satisfying, too. I recommend it highly to anyone looking to kick their workout to the next level or to tone up key areas fast! I have already purchased additional copies of this DVD for my friends. Enjoy!
Want to get your @$$ kicked into shape? - Rating: 5/5
Jillian Michaels offers consistently excellent workouts to radically improve your physical fitness. As a derby girl, I am used to pushing my endurance but she makes me break a sweat and tremble everytime.
