Jillian Michaels - The Ultimate Workout 3 Pack (Cardio Kickbox / Jillian Michaels for Beginners: Frontside / Jillian Michaels for Beginners: Backside)

Actor: Jillian Michaels
Studio: Jillian Michaels
Category: DVD

List Price: $19.95
Buy New: $11.49
You Save: $8.46 (42%)

Rating: 12 reviews
Sales Rank: 1424

Format: Box Set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 3
Running Time: 126 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5.5 x 1.9

MPN: GEPD80984D
UPC: 796019809849
EAN: 0796019809849
ASIN: B000X44XPQ

Release Date: January 1, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 7 to 10 days

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Good Workout, Use Caution    January 4, 2009
M. Matthews
I would consider myself an intermediate level. There are three tapes in this set. Two are good; the third I consider unsafe. These tapes (Frontside/Backside) are for good for beginners and intermediates. I have never watched biggest loser so can't say I'm a Jillian fan. She has Loser contestants perform the workouts while she provides guidance. She does a nice job of emphasizing form and suggesting strategies for greater difficulty in each workout. She uses a circuit method: cardio, 2-3 exercises, then repeat. Each circuit is repeated three times. I usually go a bit slower to check my form but find that it works well as I don't have to wait to find out what next exercise is and can just go through the routine. You need some equipment for these tapes. I've listed them below.

Frontside: Equipment: mat, chair, hand weights (whatever is good for you; beginners definitely want something light 3 or 5 pound to work up to).

Backside: Equipment: same as above, also step box--doesn't have to be fancy, resistance band.

Cardio Kickbox: I think this tape may have been one of her first. She's very giggly and nervous. What bothered me the most is she goes through the routine very quickly and doesn't focus on form. I made it through the warm-up and barely into the actual routine, when I turned the dvd off. Unlike the other two tapes, there's very little guidance and a rapid fire pace. When I saw "visions of injuries" in my near future, I knew this tape was not for me. I have never done kick box but have followed many cardio tapes including Kathy Smith, The Firm, Gilad. I have learned the hard way (listen to your body). If you find yourself feeling off balance or flailing, move on to something else.

Overall, it's worth the price ($15); even with one tape being tossed.


I like Jillian's style    September 2, 2008
Workout Girl (Simi Valley, CA)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

She has a great style. I get a great workout. I look forward to more dvd's by Jillian.


excellent for beginners    July 30, 2008
M. Howard
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Good starting point. I've taken a cardio kickboxing class and this dvd used some very basic moves repeatedly to get your heart going. Nothing too complicated. the other dvd worked in circuits which is nice to change things up a bit. It moves at a pace very good for beginners. Makes you sweat and makes you sore, which means it's working. I would suggest it for someone looking to get started.


Jillian Michaels Ultimate workout    July 6, 2008
Mary B. Giroux
1 out of 7 found this review helpful

Very disappointed with this dvd set. The first dvd had no video and would not load on my computer. The other 2 dvds have a great deal of talking and instruction which is annoying to have to watch every time you want to work out.


Good exercise.    June 9, 2008
Cherokee Daniels (California)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

While I originally bought this 3 pack DVD work-out for the Cardio Kickbox, I have found that I actually like the for Beginners Frontside and Backside DVD's even more. The circuits are kept nice and short and to the point. Each circuit takes only a few minutes to complete, but still pack a punch and have you feeling the burn in a way that you know it's working. I couldn't have been happier with this purchase. Thanks Jillian!!!