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Gin Miller: Calorie Burning Workout with Kettlebells |
 Great addition to my workout |
| I'd gotten back to my step video after a few years of only moderate exercise, but I quickly became bored and wanted something that was more total body, but would still raise my heart rate. When I previewed the DVD I had no idea what a kettle bell was, but it looked interesting, so I decided to get a bell and try it out. I am so glad I did! I know other reviewers mentioned the exercises weren't truly kettle bell workouts, but that doesn't mean the program isn't worthwhile for those of us who wouldn't know a real kb program if it bit us on the backside! Initially, I was concerned that my knees and back weren't going to stand up to it, but my body seemed to love the exercises and I noticed an improvement in tone and strength right away. I generally do all 3 routines with a 4-pound bell, and I can tell you I know I've worked out when I'm finished. I used to struggle up and down stairs, but thanks to this program and another of Gin's strength-building DVD's, I do stairs like I did 25 years ago. Doing this workout has done so much to rebuild my lost muscle tone and confidence. Definitely recommend it if you're looking for something different and challenging! - posted by Susan on 9/22/2009 |
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 Effective Intro to Kettlebells |
| I really enjoyed the workout. I did not more stretching. For my first kettlebell workout - I thought she did a great job of explaining and warming up the muscles I used. The kettlebell is so cool and fun to use after hand weights for years. It's a nice change and Gin is pretty to the point without being too serious. "Don't drop the kettlebell!" I had to do more stretching at the end than offered in the DVD. - posted by Stephanie on 6/20/2009 |
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| Another solid workout |
| I have done a lot of Gin Miller workouts. It's like working out with a friend because she has so much personality. Her workouts are always solid, consistent and thorough. I have never been disappointed with her routines. I had a kettle bell sitting in my closet because I couldn't find a decent workout. Thanks Gin for putting this one together. - posted by Mery on 4/5/2009 |
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| Great Kettlebell Workout |
| I liked this workout. It was broken up into a warm-up that went thru the moves you would do without using the kettlebell to learn propper form. There are 3 10 min workouts that progressivily get a little more challenging. There is a nice cool down stretch at the end. I am sore in my glutes and hamstrings today! It kept my heartrate up without getting too winded. It is strength traing with a cardio bonus! - posted by Tracy on 2/21/2009 |
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| Wonderful Kettlebell workout |
| A few additions to my first review. I now have the kettlenetics DVD (with 4 lb bell) - and still think Gin's is clear, creative, invigorating - best workout! - combines weight and aerobics. I was disappointed that some felt it was not traditional. Does that matter? Why not do both? This uses your total body in a careful, creative, invigorating way. You will find you are breathing deeper without even thinking about it - Only thing missing is stretches. So I do yoga or pilates on alternate days.
[A note: I am 75 years old - and was able to do this. I can use the 10lb bell sometimes, and sometimes I use the lighter bell.] - posted by Thelma on 2/2/2009 |
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| Clear cuing and instruction; good workout. |
| I am new to kettebell and not a "purist." I really like the cuing and instruction Gin provides in the video. It was just what I needed to get started with this type of strength training. My only complaint is that the video is not chaptered to "play all"; you have to keep selecting which part of the routine you would like to complete. Other than that, this is a good workout. - posted by Anita on 1/26/2009 |
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| invigorating, fun |
| This really got my heartrate up - and it's fun. My 10 lb weight is too heavy for some exercises - so I substituted a 5-lb weight. This is my first kettlebell workout - and I love it! I love working out with Gin Miller too. - posted by Thelma on 1/25/2009 |
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| Good workout! |
| I liked this workout. Gin provides different variations on kettle-bell and kettle-bell like moves and exercises. She gives great tips on form and she demonstrates it as well. I have tried different kettle bell workouts and find I like the differences in each of them, instead of focusing on whether I think it is "real" kettlebell work. I used a 10 lb kettlebell for this one and it was tough, I need to get a lighter one! I definitely felt I had really worked out. It is amazing how little weight is needed to get the swings going and feel it. I love how Gin divided this workout into three mini workouts. You can choose one, two, or all three or mix them up. Its a good introduction to kettlebells, because it is such a different kind of strength training - swinging and moving weight instead of traditional stationery type strength training. It was a pleasant variation, and I thought Gin was great. I can't understand the criticism of this workout. I appreciate Gin's uniqueness, her style, and her combination of exercises she has found to be effective using a kettlebell. As usual, I love spending time with her! - posted by Cheryl on 1/11/2009 |
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| Terrible! |
| This is a very disappointing DVD from a usually outstanding instructor. I don't know where Gin learned her kettlebell technique, but it certainly wasn't from one of the many excellent certified kettlebell instructors! Her form is frequently poor, and many of the exercises are NOT kettlebell exercises. She also refers to the kettlebell as a "kettleball" at least once in the workout. Good grief. Gin, at least learn the correct name of the piece of equipment you're using! Why on earth is this a staff favorite? If I could give it a negative number of stars, I would! - posted by emmy on 1/10/2009 |
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| Great workout |
| I really enjoyed this dvd. Gin is creative with the kettlebell exercises and explains each movement clearly. It was a well paced and good intensity workout! - posted by Janiffer on 1/9/2009 |
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