Updated Review of Body Revolution by Jillian Michaels

June 9, 2023June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

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My reviews of Body Revolution by Jillian Michaels continue to be my most viewed posts. I feel it is necessary for me to update my review and also add a disclaimer:

Update:

Initially, I found Jillian Michaels’ approach to exercise and dieting highly motivational. Her intense workouts and strict dietary guidelines pushed me to achieve remarkable physical results, which fueled my motivation and determination. I embraced her no-nonsense attitude and believed that pushing my body to its limits was the only way to achieve success. However, as time went on, I began to realize that this approach was taking a toll on my mental health. The relentless pursuit of physical perfection and the constant pressure I placed on myself led to feelings of anxiety, guilt, and a distorted body image. It was then that I decided to change my perspective and adopt a more balanced and loving approach to my body. By prioritizing self-compassion, listening to my body’s needs, and embracing acceptance, I discovered a newfound sense of mental well-being. This shift in thinking allowed me to find joy in movement, cultivate a positive relationship with my body, and ultimately, achieve a healthier and more sustainable approach to overall well-being.

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Disclaimer:

The following statement reflects my personal experience and should not be construed as a universal condemnation or endorsement of any specific approach to exercise and dieting, including that of Jillian Michaels. It is crucial to acknowledge that individual experiences may vary, and what works positively for one person may have different outcomes for another. This update aims to highlight a specific personal situation and the impact it had on my mental health while recognizing the potential benefits of certain approaches.

I would like to share that I had previously found success in improving my physical state through the approach advocated by Jillian Michaels. It helped me achieve notable physical results, which I am grateful for. However, it is essential to recognize that along with other life circumstances, this approach also had detrimental effects on my mental health.

While the approach focused on aspects like intense workouts and strict dietary restrictions, I found myself constantly striving for unrealistic standards and pushing my body beyond its limits. The intense pressure I placed on myself, coupled with the strict regimen, had a negative impact on my overall well-being. I experienced feelings of guilt, anxiety, and a distorted perception of my body image, which significantly affected my mental health.

It is important to understand that personal circumstances, including mental health, can greatly influence the outcomes and experiences related to any exercise or dieting approach. What might work positively for one individual may lead to adverse effects for another. Our mental and emotional well-being should never be sacrificed for the sole pursuit of physical transformation.

It is crucial to prioritize our holistic health, which encompasses physical, mental, and emotional aspects. This may involve adopting an approach that encourages self-compassion, self-acceptance, and a balanced lifestyle. Consulting with healthcare professionals or seeking guidance from qualified experts who specialize in mental health, nutrition, and fitness can be beneficial in developing a personalized and sustainable approach.

In conclusion, this update serves as a personal reflection on the impact of a specific approach to exercise and dieting on my mental health. It is essential to recognize the potential benefits and limitations of any approach, understanding that individual experiences and circumstances can greatly influence the outcomes. It is crucial to prioritize mental well-being alongside physical health and to seek professional advice when making changes to your exercise or dieting routine to ensure a balanced and sustainable approach.

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Review of Body Revolution by Jillian Michaels Cardio 1 and 2

July 6, 2018June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

**See below for an update 06/03/23.

The Body Revolution program consists of 3 phases that claim to lead to “total body transformation.” It is a 90-day program with 6 workouts a week and one day to rest. Each phase consists of 4 metabolic training workouts and one cardio workout. Each workout is “only” 30 minutes long. Even numbered workouts work the front of the body, oddly numbered workouts concentrate on working the back of the body. Every workout works the abdominals.

What is included with the purchase of Jillian Michael’s Body Revolution:

15 DVDs
resistance cable
fitness guide
90-day journal
“customizable” 90-day fat-burning meal plan,
FREE 30-day web club access
bonus 7 day Kick Start Your Metabolism diet plan that will help to “detox your body and curb your food cravings or addictions.”

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The first phase is 4 weeks and includes workouts 1-4 and the cardio level 1 workout. The second phase is 4 weeks and includes workouts 5-8 and the cardio level 2 workout.

Phase 1 Cardio 1 for Weeks 1 through 4

What will you need? Good supportive athletic shoes, that’s it.

While this phase is meant to be low impact you will still be sore when you first start out.

No warm up for this workout, it starts right up with the circuit. Each of the eight parts is done for one minute and repeated through twice for a total of three times.

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Workout:
1. March in place
2. Hot/fast feet
3. Punch it out in a half squat position
4. Jog in place
5. Running Man (I HATE this one)
6. Speed bags (doing this for 1 minute is a lot harder than you might think it would be.)
7. Kick outs with arm circles (Jillian also calls them mummy kicks)
8. Suicides

Repeat twice.

Cool Down/Stretches

After finishing the weeks of phase one and two and now moving on to cardio workout 3, I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, but after that not much at all.

Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“This is where it matters the most. This is where lives are made, in these moments when you can choose whether or not to say ‘I cant’ or ‘I can.’ It is a choice that will either make or break you for life.”

Phase 2 Cardio 2 for Weeks 5 through 8

What will you need? Good supportive athletic shoes, that’s it.

No warm-up for this workout, it starts right up with the circuit. Each of the fourteen parts is done for 30 seconds and repeated through twice for a total of three times.

Workout:
1. Jump rope
2. Butt Kicks
3. High Knees
4.Alternating Knee Strikes
5. Jumping Jacks
6. Fast Feet
7. Skiers
8. Skaters
9. Plié Hops
10. Cross Jacks
11.Upper Cuts
12. Towel Runs Right then Left
13. Hooks Right then Left
14. Burpees (I HATE burpees, but then again, who doesn’t.)

Repeat twice.

Cool Down/Stretches

I love this workout. I think that because each of the moves only lasts for 30 seconds it is much more tolerable and enjoyable!

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Here is another of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“Many are so preoccupied with what others think it defines their existence. When we fixate externally, it keeps us from truly knowing ourselves and our destiny. Most [people] fear looking inward for worry they won’t find greatness, but when you stop allowing others to define your worth, you’ll see—greatness exists in us all, waiting to be  expressed”

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**Update 06/03/2023:

Review of the Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Workout 5 and 6

June 29, 2018June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

**Please see update below

I’ve mentioned this at the beginning of each of these Body Revolution reviews, but just in case this is the first one that you are reading…

The Body Revolution program consists of 3 phases that claim to lead to “total body transformation.” It is a 90-day program with 6 workouts a week and one day to rest. Each phase consists of 4 metabolic training workouts and one cardio workout. Each workout is “only” 30 minutes long. Even numbered workouts work the front of the body, odd numbered workouts concentrate on working the back of the body. Every workout works the abdominals.

What is included with the purchase of Jillian Michael’s Body Revolution:

Here is the review of Phase 2 for Weeks 5 and 6:

Phase 2 Workout 5 for Weeks 5 and 6

What will you need?

Exercise mat
Medium resistance cable
Free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition.

Here is a breakdown of phase two workout five

Warm-up

Sun salutation:
exhale-fold down touch the ground,
raise half way with a flat back and exhale,
jump back into a plank pose,
down into a chaturanga pose,
Flow into up dog, exhale
down dog,
bend the knees look up
jump up to standing

Repeat 3 times.

Circuit 1:

Push Ups with a side plank rotation
Deep crescent pose with triceps pulses using light weights
Jumping Squats -advanced modification add weights (I seriously HATE these!)
Repeat exercise 2 on opposite leg.

Cardio -1 minute-Mountain climbers -repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Static Lunge with Lumberjack rotation using heavy weight – right side-advanced modification add heavier weights
With light weights, drop and hold sumo and do arm presses ?
Static lunge with Lumberjack rotation using heavy weight – left side-advanced modification add heavier weights
Scissor abs

Cardio -1 minute-High knees -repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

With the cable, create a loop, step through into a deep crescent pose, pull the cable in and back to a “T position”
Crab exercise with right leg raised
Repeat the first exercise on the opposite leg
Repeat crab exercise with your opposite leg raised

Cardio -1 minute-Cable Punches

Repeat Circuit 3 with the exception of the cardio bit

At this point Jillian says she wants you to be able to have sex with the lights on and when your son ask you what that means you quickly tell him you don’t know what she is talking about and ask him to leave the room until you are finished. Oh Jillian, thanks a lot!

Circuit 4:

Medium cable row while seated on the mat wrap cable around feet and pull-advanced modification-wrap cable around again
Line tricep press
Repeat exercise 1 on opposite leg.
RepeatLine tricep press on opposite side.

Cardio -1 minute-Speed rope (like jump rope only a lot faster!)-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

When I feel like I want to quit, phone it in, or take an easier modification here is one of my favorite Jillian Michaels quotes that I tell myself all the time :

“Unless you puke, faint, or die, keep going!”

Phase 2 Workout 6 for Weeks 5 and 6

What will you need?

Exercise mat
Medium resistance cable
Free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

Just like workout 1, workout 3 is focused on the front of the body. It incorporates some yoga moves as well as strength training. Right away you will notice that the workout is more intense than 1+2, but you will also notice how much stronger you already are.
Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition. Some of these things are harder to name/explain.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Warm-up

Alternating Swing Kicks
Speed Rope
Single Knee Thrusts Right
Alternating Swing Kicks
Speed Rope
Single Knee Thrusts Left

Circuit 1:

Bent Rows Wide Grip Heavy Weight (palms face forward)
Cross over Curtsy lunge with Bicep Curls with Medium Weight
Plank Rows with Heavy Weights
Super Mans with Light Weights

Cardio -1 minute Rock Star Jumps-repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Stork Stance With a Low Row Right Leg
Reverse plank (I HATE this! You’ll feel this in the shoulders, lower back, arms, and glutes)
Stork Stance With a Low Row Left Leg
Cable press Heavy Dumbbell Curls, all the way up all the way down

Cardio -1 minute Plyo jump with knee grab-repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Statue of Liberty Single Leg Squat with Reverse Fly (Medium Sized Weight in the left hand raise the left leg)
Lunge Chops Heavy Weight right leg (I hate lunges, but I love these!)
Statue of Liberty Single Leg Squat with Reverse Fly (Medium Sized Weight in the right hand raise the right leg)
Lunge Chops Heavy Weight opposite leg (I hate lunges, but I love these!)

Cardio -1 minute-Running Man-repeat circuit 3

Circuit 4:

Lat Pulls with a High Crunch medium weight
Reverse Crunch Hip Lift (don’t swing the legs!)
Windshield Wipers R/L
Swat Swimg with one medium weight (I love these, but you will feel them the next day!!!)

Cardio -1 minute- ZigZag Jumps-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

As usual I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, (Once again, I woke up in the middle of the night in pain because I rolled over and my muscles were so sore from the workout!) but thankfully, after that not much at all. I knew I was going to be sore, so I took motrin before going to bed. 🙂

If you are interested in my review of Workouts 1-5 and Cardio 1 click HERE.

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Here is another one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“Your legs are not giving out. Your head is giving out. Keep going.”

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Review of Body Revolution by Jillian Michaels Phase 1 Workouts 3 and 4

June 22, 2018June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

**Please see update below.

Did you think that I totally forgot about these? Nope, I didn’t! My sore muscles haven’t forgotten either! 😉

The Body Revolution program consists of 3 phases that claim to lead to “total body transformation.” It is a 90-day program with 6 workouts a week and one day to rest. Each phase consists of 4 metabolic training workouts and one cardio workout. Each workout is “only” 30 minutes long. Even numbered workouts work the front of the body, odd numbered workouts concentrate on working the back of the body. Every workout works the abdominals.

What is included with the purchase of Jillian Michael’s Body Revolution:

The first phase is 4 weeks and includes workouts 1-4 and the cardio level 1 workout.

Here is a review of Phase 1 Workouts 3 and 4:

Phase 1 Workout 3 for Weeks 3 and 4

What will you need? exercise mat and free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)
Get ready to squat! Regular squats, sumo squats, chair squats, and step out step in squats.

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition. Some of these things are harder to name/explain.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Warm-up

Jumping Jacks
Cat Cow Stretch
High Kicks
Lateral Leg Swings R/L
Jumping Jacks

Circuit 1:

Push-ups
Down Dog with ankle grab R/L
Alternating Backwards Lunges-advanced modification-add weights
Plank walks outs

Cardio -1 minute Jumprope

Circuit 2:

Sumo Squats with tricep extension-advanced modification- add heavier weights
Camel yoga pose with ankle stretch (looks a lot easier than it is.)
Squat press -advanced modification-add heavier weights
Cable press with static lunge

Cardio -1 minute Punches with half squat-repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Plank to Crescent pose back to plank
Crab position with dip
Side Crunches R/L

Cardio -1 minute- Plie Hops-repeat circuit 3

Circuit 4:

Tree pose with Lateral raises-use lighter weights – right
Plank ups (these are so hard, but I love them)
Tree pose with Lateral raises-use liter weights – left
Inchworm crunches

Cardio -1 minute-Skiers-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

“You have no idea the strength you have within you!”

Phase 1 Workout 4 for Weeks 3 and 4

Like workout 2, workout 4 is focused on the back of the body but has more compound movements than the earlier 2 workouts.

What will you need? exercise mat and free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

While this phase is still meant to be low impact you will still be sore when you first start out.
Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Back
Biceps
Glutes
Hamstrings
Abs

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout four:

Warm-up

Butt Kicks
Single Leg Hip/Glute Stretch
Backwards Arm Circles
Repeat

Circuit 1:

Alternating forward Lunges
Static Squat with a Medium Row
Single Leg Deadlift with Upright Row
Opposite Leg Deadlift

Cardio -1 minute Plyo Skaters -repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Side Lunge Bicep Curl
Bent Over Wide Row High and Wide
With arms holding weights strait up, step back with front knee down onto the ground into kneeling position back up to standing with weights lifted over the head the entire time (does that even make any sense? Trust me, it is super hard and not fun at all!)

Cardio -1 minute-Alternate step up/hops with weights-repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Side laying single leg lift with heavy weight
Plank with alternating leg raise
Side laying single leg lift with heavy weight opposite side
Hollowman

Cardio -1 minute- Fast Feet-repeat circuit 3

Circuit 4:

Terry Pulls right side (looks easy, but if done correctly it is a lot harder that it seems)
Good Mornings with 2 heavy weights
Terry Pulls left side (not an ab move, think about the terry muscles that you are using.)
Swarms (crunch up and rotate touching your ankles.)

Cardio -1 minute-Jab Cross Hook Upper Cut Combo- repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

Since I haven’t written about Body revolution in a while, I finished phase one and now moved on to the second half of phase 1-workouts 3 and 4. I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, but after that not much at all.
I will write a detailed review of Workout 2 and Cardio 1 soon.

If you are interested in my review of Workouts 1+2 and Cardio 1 click HERE.

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

One of Jillian Micheals’ strong points is her motivational quotes:

This is where it matters the most. This is where lives are made, in these moments when you can choose whether or not to say ‘I cant’ or ‘I can.’ It is a choice that will either make or break you for life.

I would love for you to follow me on Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook. You can find me as Looking Joli Good on all three.

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Review of Body Revolution by Jillian Michaels Phase 1 Workouts 1 and 2

June 1, 2018June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

**Please see update below.

The Body Revolution program consists of 3 phases that claim to lead to “total body transformation.” It is a 90-day program with 6 workouts a week and one day to rest. Each phase consists of 4 metabolic training workouts and one cardio workout. Each workout is “only” 30 minutes long. Even numbered workouts work the front of the body, odd numbered workouts concentrate on working the back of the body. Every workout works the abdominals.

What is included with the purchase of Jillian Michael’s Body Revolution:

The first phase is 4 weeks and includes workouts 1-4 and the cardio level 1 workout.

Here is a review of Phase 1 Workouts 1 and 2:

Phase 1 Workout 1 for Weeks 1 and 2

What will you need? an exercise mat and free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

While this phase is meant to be low impact you will still be sore when you first start out.
Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which is repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Get ready to squat! Regular squats, sumo squats, chair squats, and step out, step in squats.

Warm-up

Military March
Arm Circles
Hip Circles
Knee Circles

Circuit 1:

Squats -advanced modification jump squats
Modified Push-ups on the knees-advanced modification-military style push-ups
Plank hold -1 minute
Chest Fly with weights-advanced modification-heavier weights

Cardio -1 minute “Towel” circle runs -repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Sumo Squats-advanced modification- jump sumo squats or add weights)
Tricep Kickbacks with weights -advanced modification-heavier weights
Standing abductions on both sides -advanced modification-oblique crunch

Cardio -1 minute Speed bags-repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Chair squats with front raises
Tricep Extensions
Warrior 2 pose -advanced modification-add weights

Cardio -1 minute- Marching in place-repeat circuit 3

Circuit 4:

Single leg kick outs – right and left
Bicycle crunches
Lateral raise with weights -advanced modification-heavier weights

Cardio -1 minute-Step in, step out with squats-advanced modification-add weights-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

I have finished the first two weeks of phase one and now moved on to the second half of phase 1-workouts 3 and 4. I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, but after that not much at all.

Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs.”

Phase 1 Workout 2 for Weeks 1 and 2

What will you need?

Exercise mat
Medium resistance cable
Free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

While this phase is meant to be low impact you will still be sore when you first start out.
Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Back
Biceps
Glutes
Hamstrings
Abs

As with workout 1, this workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which is repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout two

Warm-up

Skaters
Hugs
Toe Taps
Repeat

Circuit 1:

Table position and stabilize with the opposite leg and one arm stretched out
Pelvic thrusts with left leg across the knee-advanced modification- raise crossed leg and continue with pelvic thrusts even more advanced add the use of the cable for added resistance
Superman-advanced modification- pulse (I seriously HATE these!)
Pelvic thrusts with right leg across the knee -advanced modification-same as above

Cardio -1 minute-Alternate knee thrusts -repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Static lunge with torso rotation – right side-advanced modification add weights
Wide dumbbell rows-advanced modification- heavier weights
Static lunge with torso rotation – left side-advanced modification add weights
Bicep Drags-advanced modification – heavier weights

Cardio -1 minute-Side to side kickbacks -repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Deadlift with a bicep curl-advanced modification – heavier weights
Donkey kicks right leg
Crunches-advanced modification – add weights
Donkey kicks left leg

Cardio -1 minute-Knee pikes – 30 seconds on each side

Repeat Circuit 3 with the exception of the cardio bit

Circuit 4:

Medium cable row while seated on the mat wrap cable around feet and pull-advanced modification-wrap cable around again
“Good Mornings”-advanced modification- use weights
Hammer Curls-advanced modification- heavier weights
Step-ups with weights-advanced modification- heavier weights.

Cardio -1 minute-Upper Cuts in a half squat position-advanced modification-use weights-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

I have already completed these first two weeks of phase one and now I’ve moved on to the second half of phase 1-workouts 3 and 4. I was super sore from the workouts the first two days, but after that, not much at all.
I will write a detailed review of Cardio 1 and Workout 3 and 4 soon.

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Here is another one of my favorite Jillian Michaels quotes:

“Transformation isn’t a future event, it’s a present-day activity.”

I would love for you to follow me on Twitter, Pinterest, and Facebook. You can find me as Looking Joli Good on all three.

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I May Be Crazy… The Return of Flab To Fab and Body Revolution

May 25, 2018May 25, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

If you have been a long time reader of Looking Joli Good, you may remember the Flab to Fab series from 2016. While I still think of myself as fab 😉 I have let myself get a little flab over the last few winter months. That is all about to change!

About two years ago, I wrote a post entitled Where is the Body Revolution? At the point that I wrote that post, I had completed 10 of the 12 Jillian Michaels’ Body Revolution workouts. My whole body was in pain and constantly so sore that I chose to give up on completing the rest of the system. I have regretted not finishing ever since.

Recently, I found myself lacking the motivation to exercise. I was half-heartedly doing my daily workouts and dreading them. I knew exactly what I needed, a good kick in the pants from my best friend. I love Jillian! Her workouts are by far my favorites! Something about her method is so motivating. I always feel amazing and accomplished after I complete one of her workouts.

A few weeks ago I started Body Revolution over again. I started right at the beginning back at week one of the system. Since I exercise on a regular basis it starts off “easy”, it almost seems to be too simple for a Jillian workout. Do not be fooled by the first few workouts, it gets a lot harder! I am beginning week 6, so I have completed workouts 1-4 as well as cardio 1 and 2. Last week I did workouts 5 and 6 and will repeat them again this week. (So far workout 6 has been my favorite.)

I am sore in places I forgot existed.

The last time I did this workout program, I wrote detailed reviews with all the information that I was looking for when I was researching this workout program. If you would like to read those reviews you can click HERE. In the next few weeks, as I complete the workouts, I will be writing reviews of workouts 7-12 and cardio 3.

Yes, I may be crazy, but I am so motivated again. Forget the flab, I’ll be fab again in no time! As for right now, I need to go stretch out my sore muscles. 😉

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Where Is the Body Revolution Review?!

May 28, 2016June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

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Ok, so you might remember that for a while I was doing a weekly Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Review. I reviewed up through week 6 and Cardio 2, then the reviews suddenly stopped… I completed workouts for weeks 7 and 8, although I didn’t review them, and I started Cardio 3 and weeks 9-10. One night after doing workout 9 or 10, I rolled over and woke up from a dead sleep, my muscles were so sore and in pain that the simple movement woke me up. It was then that thought to myself, “Why am I doing this to myself?!”

My love for Jillian has not waned, but at this point in my life things are just so busy that I cannot be losing sleep or hobbling around due to muscles that are so stiff and sore from my workouts. I hate to give up on something that I have started, but I cannot complete the body revolution at this point.

I am going to be honest, the moves in Cardio 3 are insane! I did not enjoy the workout at all. I found myself dreading it. I love to exercise, I look forward to it everyday, and don’t want it to become a chore due to the type of workouts I am doing. I love to challenge myself with my workouts, but I cannot risk injury while doing it.

So for now, my “Body Revolution” is on hold…

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Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Cardio 2 Review

February 26, 2016June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

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Phase 2 Cardio 2 for Weeks 5 through 8

What will you need? Good supportive athletic shoes, that’s it.

No warm up for this workout, it starts right up with the circuit. Each of the fourteen parts is done for 30 seconds and repeated through twice for a total of three times.

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Workout:
1. Jumprope
2. Butt Kicks
3. High Knees
4.Alternating Knee Strikes
5. Jumping Jacks
6. Fast Feet
7. Skiers
8. Skaters
9. Plié Hops
10. Cross Jacks
11.Upper Cuts
12. Towel Runs Right then Left
13. Hooks Right then Left
14. Burpees (I HATE burpees, but then again, who doesn’t.)

Repeat twice.

Cool Down/Stretches

I love this workout. I think that because each of the moves only lasts for 30 seconds it is much more tolerable and enjoyable!

Follow along with me as I journey from Flab to FAB!

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“Many are so preoccupied with what others think it defines their existence. When we fixate externally, it keeps us from truly knowing ourselves and our destiny. Most [people] fear looking inward for worry they won’t find greatness, but when you stop allowing others to define your worth, you’ll see—greatness exists in us all, waiting to be  expressed”

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Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Workout 6 Review

February 19, 2016June 3, 2023 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

**Please see update below.

Phase 2 Workout 6 for Weeks 5 and 6

What will you need?

Exercise mat
Medium resistance cable
Free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition. Some of these things are harder to name/explain.

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Warm-up

Alternating Swing Kicks
Speed Rope
Single Knee Thrusts Right
Alternating Swing Kicks
Speed Rope
Single Knee Thrusts Left

Circuit 1:

Bent Rows Wide Grip Heavy Weight (palms face forward)
Cross over Curtsy lunge with Bicep Curls with Medium Weight
Plank Rows with Heavy Weights
Super Mans with Light Weights

Cardio -1 minute Rock Star Jumps-repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Stork Stance With a Low Row Right Leg
Reverse plank (I HATE this! You’ll feel this in the shoulders, lower back, arms, and glutes)
Stork Stance With a Low Row Left Leg
Cable press Heavy Dumbbell Curls, all the way up all the way down

Cardio -1 minute Plyo jump with knee grab-repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

Statue of Liberty Single Leg Squat with Reverse Fly (Medium Sized Weight in the left hand raise the left leg)
Lunge Chops Heavy Weight right leg (I hate lunges, but I love these!)
Statue of Liberty Single Leg Squat with Reverse Fly (Medium Sized Weight in the right hand raise the right leg)
Lunge Chops Heavy Weight opposite leg (I hate lunges, but I love these!)

Cardio -1 minute-Running Man-repeat circuit 3

Circuit 4:

Lat Pulls with a High Crunch medium weight
Reverse Crunch Hip Lift (don’t swing the legs!)
Windshield Wipers R/L
Swat Swimg with one medium weight (I love these, but you will feel them the next day!!!)

Cardio -1 minute- ZigZag Jumps-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

If you are interested in my review of Workouts 1-5 and Cardio 1 click HERE.

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I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Here is one of my very favorite Jillian Micheals quotes:

“Your legs are not giving out. Your head is giving out. Keep going.”

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Jillian Michaels Body Revolution Workout 5 Review

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Phase 2 Workout 5 for Weeks 5 and 6

What will you need?

Exercise mat
Medium resistance cable
Free weights (3, 5 or 8 lbs depending on your strength level)

Where can you expect to be sore the next day?

Chest
Shoulders,
Abs,
Triceps
Quads

The workout is broken down into 4 circuits; each of which are repeated once with one minute of cardio in between the circuit repetition.

Here is a breakdown of phase two workout five

Warm-up

Repeat 3 times.

Circuit 1:

Push Ups with a side plank rotation
Deep crescent pose with triceps pulses using light weights
Jumping Squats -advanced modification add weights (I seriously HATE these!)
Repeat exercise 2 on opposite leg.

Cardio -1 minute-Mountain climbers -repeat circuit 1

Circuit 2:

Static Lunge with Lumberjack rotation using heavy weight – right side-advanced modification add heavier weights
With light weights, drop and hold sumo and do arm presses ?
Static lunge with Lumberjack rotation using heavy weight – left side-advanced modification add heavier weights
Scissor abs

Cardio -1 minute-High knees -repeat circuit 2

Circuit 3:

With the cable, create a loop, step through into a deep crescent pose, pull the cable in and back to a “T position”
Crab exercise with right leg raised
Repeat the first exercise on the opposite leg
Repeat crab exercise with your opposite leg raised

Cardio -1 minute-Cable Punches

Repeat Circuit 3 with the exception of the cardio bit

Circuit 4:

Medium cable row while seated on the mat wrap cable around feet and pull-advanced modification-wrap cable around again
Line tricep press
Repeat exercise 1 on opposite leg.
RepeatLine tricep press on opposite side.

Cardio -1 minute-Speed rope (like jump rope only a lot faster!)-repeat circuit 4

Cool Down/Stretches

I am not going to lie, I kind of hate this workout, but I got through it and am so glad that I don’t have to do it any more!

I have already completed these first two weeks of phase two and now I’ve moved on to the second half of phase 2-workouts 7 and 8. As usual, I was super sore from the workouts the first two days (oh my word so very sore!!!), but after that, not as bad.
I will write a detailed review of Cardio 2 and Workout 6 soon. (I have really enjoy doing Cardio 2!)

I hope this was helpful if you are trying to decide if Jillian Michaels Body Revolution is right for you!

Click here if you would like to follow along with me as I journey from Flab to FAB!

Here is another one of my favorite Jillian Michaels quotes that I tell myself all the time when I feel like I want to quit, phone it in, or take an easier modification:

“Unless you puke, faint, or die, keep going!”

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Phase 1 Cardio 1 for Weeks 1 through 4

“This is where it matters the most. This is where lives are made, in these moments when you can choose whether or not to say ‘I cant’ or ‘I can.’ It is a choice that will either make or break you for life.”

Phase 2 Cardio 2 for Weeks 5 through 8

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Phase 2 Workout 5 for Weeks 5 and 6

Here is a breakdown of phase two workout five

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Phase 2 Workout 6 for Weeks 5 and 6

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Circuit 1:

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Circuit 3:

Circuit 4:

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Phase 1 Workout 3 for Weeks 3 and 4

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout one

Circuit 1:

Circuit 2:

Circuit 3:

Circuit 4:

“You have no idea the strength you have within you!”

Phase 1 Workout 4 for Weeks 3 and 4

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout four:

Circuit 1:

Circuit 2:

Circuit 3:

Circuit 4:

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Phase 1 Workout 1 for Weeks 1 and 2

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Circuit 3:

Circuit 4:

“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs.”

Phase 1 Workout 2 for Weeks 1 and 2

Here is a breakdown of phase one workout two

“Transformation isn’t a future event, it’s a present-day activity.”

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I am sore in places I forgot existed.

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Circuit 4:

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Here is a breakdown of phase two workout five

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