Biggest Loser: Boot Camp [DVD]

I'm in my late 50's and needed something easy to use for a workout in my own home. I tried Fitness places but most of the battle was just getting out of the house and go. Plus in the winter time and snow on the ground, made the prospect of going even less. So I searched through the various workout DVDs when I came across this series. I have seen a little bit of the show Biggest Loser but not enough to know who was on it or how it was all really done. But what I had seen I liked in the concept...taking average people like myself and helping them with ways of getting in better health, besides losing weight, that was easy to follow. They don't take people who are already in shape to get them in better shape. Another factor was the cost. I could purchase the three Biggest Loser DVD series workouts for the cost of one of the more notable workout DVDs. So it was a small financial risk to try these DVDs.I was very surprised how good all of the DVDs were. Each is a little different in the different types of exercises, but all are broken down into three levels of workout, plus a warm-up and a cool-down session. My preference was the Boot Camp DVD so far for getting started. I needed to get muscles going that I have not used in some time and the workout on the Boot Camp DVD fit me best.The DVD is setup so you pick with workout or workouts and then it will run automatically to each session you selected without having to touch the remote control of the DVD player again. How awesome is that. If you are pressed for time you can select your workout by how much time you have.Level 3 a 10 minute workoutLevel 2 a 15 minute workoutLevel 1 a 20 minute workoutWarm-Up a 5 minute workoutCool-Down a 5 minute workoutI select the Warm-Up, Level 3, and Cool-Down in the menu and then all three run automatically and it gives me a 20 minute workout. As you move up in Levels the time lengthens but also the intensity of the workout. The plan is that in six weeks you'll work your way up to Warm-Up, Level 1, and Cool-Down for a 30 minute workout. But since you set the workout yourself you decide at what pace you will increase your workout if at all. You may be fine with a 20 minute workout. The only optional equipment, and I do mean optional, used was one set of ether 5 or 10 pound weights, a stretch/body band, and a soccer size ball. However Bob shows you ways how to do the exercises without this equipment.Even with 20 minutes I'm sweating pretty good by the end of it and pretty sore for the first few days. Bob Harper has away of putting you through a workout without seeming like it's over whelming. The people working out on the DVD with Bob are average guys and girls. If I can do this anyone can if they so choose.If you want a user friendly, average person great workout, for a great price, this is the DVD set you are looking for - The Biggest Loser.

I have been using The Biggest Loser CardioMax workout for quite some time. I usually do the Level 1 workout twice through--that's 40 min. I really like Bob's workout but didn't care too much for the other two.I did have to work up to this, when I first started I couldn't even come close to finishing it one time through much less two, but alas I kept at it and worked my way up to two times through.I did this Boot Camp workout yesterday for the first time and it's GREAT. I don't plan on replacing my CardioMax but plan on alternating. This workout is VERY challenging without being complicated. The moves require strength but you don't have to concentrate to figure out how to do them properly. The Boot Camp does LOTS more arm work than the Cardio Max does but that's not a bad thing at all. My upperbody strength is nowhere near even with my lower body. The Bootcamp doesn't lack for lower body work at all it's just that it combines it with a lot more arm and core workout than the Cardio Max.I read that some people didn't care for the music. I don't either on this one or the CardioMax one. So I started just using my ipod when I do the workout. Since this is not a 'dance' workout it works great. I can listen to my own music that I enjoy but still do this workout.I also saw people complainign about the "dark" background. Honestly, I wouldn't have even noticed had it not been for the reviews and it doesn't bother me at all.This is an EXCELLENT workout and I recommend it for EVERYONE...even if you can only do a few minutes at first, you will be able to work up to the whole thing if you keep at it.All the reviews that have complaints with them really seem like they are just looking for an excuse not to work out. They are looking at the superficial things rather than the workout itself.BUY THIS DVD!!!! You won't regret it...if you're looking to work out and not looking for eye candy.

Exactly what I was looking for.

I have been over weight for a very long time. Two years ago I purchased this dvd and it sat on my shelf for a year. I finally put it in my dvd player and pushed play. It took a little time for my body to get used to working out, however once I got going, and ate a proper diet, I have lost 80pounds and I feel great! I have also purchased other dvds from the Biggest Loser that are more difficult and I enjoy the challenges they offer. I definitely recommend these dvds.

I like Bob's training style, and in the dvd he delivers a great workout. I love to do this dvd on my toning days, and always feel I've worked hard. It's also great to see some of the former contestants that take part. Ali, the first female Biggest Loser, in particular is by far the most inspiring for me. She is in such great shape that she could be a trainer herself and I hope that one day with hard work and dedication that can be me :-)

excellent product. Started my weight loss journey with this disc. Lost 30lbs with this workout alone. Highly recommend. The "cast" are not all super fit models that don't or haven't ever had to lose weight, they are real people who have lost, or who are working on it. It makes the whole experience of starting out that much easier. It can be done.

This is a fantastic dvd for anyone just starting out on an at home exercise program. Admittedly, it isn't designed for more advanced exercisers, but it's not supposed to be! It's a great work up to level 3 and it's all very easy to follow and increase your abilities.