Jillian Michaels Killer Buns & Thighs

Would there be any doubt that we would receive nothing but a tough workout from our beloved trainer? Yes, she still makes you want to reach through the TV and occasionally give her a smack down (with all the muscles she helped you form) but alas, you keep pouring it into your workout. I'm an athlete, 43 years old, mostly run trails and circuit train daily (with one rest day) so am in good shape but have room to improve (we all know staying fit is nothing but a ton of WORK - fun WORK.) I've been looking for something that focuses more on the backside and could barely wait all weekend for my Amazon package to arrive today. Even if you have not been an athlete or if you are trying this as a beginner, just take your time, honor yourself, and follow the beginner in the video. Just stick to it.This quick review is about workout 1 and 2 and I did them back-to-back tonight. I may update later w/workout 3 but I just wanted to write quickly to say that Jillian herself says she lies (!) about time - of course (and thankfully so) the workouts are a bit longer than she announces in the beginning. Lots of plank work, variety of lunges (curtsies), front/side/back kicks, some plyo work, working with the chair (step-up to back lunge), side planks with inner thigh lifts, old school mat work. In workout II I really loved the single-leg burpees back to plank and then back up to single leg and jump or the single leg squats with corkscrew overhead press with jump. I was sweating big time in Level I - I wouldn't recommend anyone skip this one because it is a great challenge and of course, with Jillian, you can make it even more intense. All of this can be paired down to suit your level of ability. Overall, for first workout, I had 146 avg hr and burned almost 430 calories in 38 min for workout I. Workout 2 was 475 calories in 38 min. I'm 5'9 and b/t 135 and 140. Pretty awesome stuff. It was just about the same for me in workout II but I did peter out a bit at end after long work day and challenging workout so I tapered off in intensity so as not to lose form.There was an earlier comment that Jillian rags about naysayers on Twitter or whatever but it's just a fleeting comment and it's no big deal, it's the truth. She takes hits for putting herself out there because people can be mean but this video is just rock solid. The back-up girls are awesome too - prime condition and no messing around. Nothing to gain attention or distract (minimal ego, which is so refreshing.) I'm a huge Inside/Out Bob Harper fan (love those cd's - but some of the folks in the background can be distracting.) The music is familiar, some of the old school mat workout is familiar (think Jane Fonda even, or TA mat work) but it's effective. Jillian calls herself an "artiste" in this one and I believe her - master trainer.I'd recommend listening to Jillian's podcast. Check out the 3/11/11 post - first it talks about possible nutrition pitfalls of going vegan (I'm not vegan, but have huge respect) and then there is a section of the talk that refers to how she trains and how much time you have to put in. All about combo/hybrid lifts, utilizing all muscle groups all at once - it takes at least 20 mins to release hgh hormones. This is where she calls herself a "liar" about time (of course she says it's shorter than it is) and I love her for that. I'm so excited to just give all of myself to this new dvd and see what happens. Give yourself a treat and get this one, add it to your arsenal (pun intended.)Update: Finished Workout 3. It's tough but not as tough as 2 in my opinion. It seems to have more mat workout - warm-up was kind of slow compared to workout II. Overall, my avg hr was 143 and burned 385 calories. It just wasn't as intense as I like but i still love it. I think if you're up for challenge combo'ing a few of these like 1 and 3 or 2 and 3 (esp on weekends) would be rocking. You could easily do level III and tag on a run (if you're already in good physical condition.) I have to say that I'm not sore at all (from any of these) but I still have room to grow/improve/challenge myself but I def feel the booty working and I'm dedicated. I hope everyone loves this workout too and sees the results you want! Take care!Now to enjoy the afterburn. Cheerio!

I am a long distance runner. When I strength train, I focus mainly on my core and legs. I own 30 Day Shred (completed it 4 times with better results each time), No More Trouble Zones, Burn Fat Boost Metabolism, 6 Week 6 Pack, and Killer Buns and Thighs. I cannot say enough good things about all of the videos I own. I never get bored with Jillian, even though I can repeat exactly what Jillian says in the videos I've done them so many times. I do 6 Week 6 Pack twice a week and this time around in my training program I've thrown in Killer Buns and Thighs once a week.I love Jillian and this workout does not disappoint. If you know Jillian, she's the same in this workout that she is in all of her workouts, or even in the show Biggest Loser. I think it makes her seem real. I like her chatter because it makes me smile (one of my favorite lines of hers from 6W6P is "I want you to leave this workout visibly smaller", it motivates me. Another is "you don't quit when you see the finish line, you RACE for the finish line"- this is often a mantra when I am training for a race, or during the race.) That being said, it makes me sad that people don't like her workout because she's too talkative or the things she says, who cares. A) She's an awesome trainer for me and millions of other people BUT that doesn't mean she's going to be a great trainer for everyone, we each need a different style. B) We should be judging her workouts, if you can't stand what she says, put her on mute, but her workouts have proven results to me.I have lost 40 pounds and 12 dress sizes in the last 2 years through running and Jillian. I do not pay to go to a gym. I have a flat stomach with a defined six pack and that magical "V" that guys say girls can't get. My first mile I ever ran was slower than slow, I have cut minutes off my pace. I am faster and lighter and feel more amazing than I have ever in my life. I am hoping through more consistent use of this video to FINALLY shave off my saddlebags and better tone my booty and thighs. I love the way I look. When Jillian tells me in 6W6P that I'm gonna look amazing, I trusted her, and through hard work and determination and just 30 minutes a day (plus miles and miles of running) I DO look amazing for the first time in my life. What's better yet, is I feel amazing. I highly recommend adding this DVD to your arsenal.I use her videos after I run, I feel less fatigued if I do my run first and her videos after.Just an FYI, I started running 2 years ago with Couch-to-5k and did 30DS for 30 days, L1 for 10 days, L2 for 10 days, and L3 for days to kickstart everything. I then progressed to No More Trouble Zones and Burn Fat Boost Metabolism (which goodness! I can run 26.2 miles but this DVD kicks my BUTT!). After that I did 6W6P (5 days a week, L1 for 3 weeks and L2 for 3 weeks). I've now run a marathon and a handful of halfs and 10ks and am training for my second full. So, I do not recommend starting out with this DVD if you are looking to lose weight, or are a beginner. I recommend her 30DS or Ripped in 30 to start, and then go from there.I look forward to adding her body revolution to my repertoire as well!

I am a fan of Jillian Michaels, this is a good addition to a workout routine. I used this years ago and it definitely helped shape and firm my buns and thighs. Like with any workout consistency is key.