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Whistle Stopper - The Firm Sculpting System
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List Price: $39.98
Our Price: $31.99
Your Save: $ 7.99 ( 20% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: The Firm
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Binding: Sports
Brand: The Firm
EAN: 0018713517616
Feature: Includes adjustable stair-step platform and multi-functional workout DVD
Label: The Firm
Manufacturer: The Firm
Model: 05-51761
Publisher: The Firm
Release Date: 2006-07-01
Studio: The Firm
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Features
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Includes adjustable stair-step platform and multi-functional workout DVD
Step adjusts from six to eight to fourteen inches for varied intensity
Suitable for all fitness levels
Video focuses on cardio, abs, and total body sculpting
Includes Rotational Guide and Eating Calendar with 30-day exercise and meal plans
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Effective, motivating workout
Comment: I enjoy the aerobics and weights classes at my gym more than working out without an instructor. I bought this system because I didn't want to continue to spend on gym classes. The cardio and body sculpt workouts are very similar to my gym workouts, although about 10 minutes shorter. However, they work-- I can feel the difference in my energy levels and strength after about 8 workouts. I have also lost nearly an inch off my waist.
I do have some complaints-- the ab workout video isn't very challenging. The warmup is too long and overall, it feels about 2-3 exercises too short. I pause the video in places and do an extra set or two of the exercises. The other two workouts are moderately challenging. All the workouts are enjoyable. The fanny lifter serves its purpose-- I feel comfortable using it. I'd like to find more workouts that use the fanny lifter. Any suggestions?
Customer Rating:
Summary: New to excersize, but surprisingly enjoying it
Comment: I've never worked out regularly before, only on an elliptical anyway, and that was with no instruction, and although exhausting... ineffective.
I've been using these videos for over a week, on the recommended calender, which means that i haven't done any but the cardio sculpt yet. I start ab sculpt tomorrow.
I'm not going to say that I've seen a huge difference in a week, but i can say that i feel much better in terms of flexibility (can reach down and touch my toes, even grab my feet which i haven't done in years), and definitely felt it the next day after the first few times. I don't hurt anymore after, but i think I'm just adjusting. I've added weights now, and I can tell its a great workout. I sweat like crazy, and really feel my muscles working, even ones I didn't know I could use (ie: upper back/shoulders and chest sides).
I was scared to start workout videos too. I was afraid it would be humiliating, and patronizing: "you can do it" and all that stuff with bad music and buff sexy smiling women who hardly break a sweat. But Allie is totally tolerable, and the music is really just there to keep you in rhythm and form so you don't need to constantly look up.
The "fanny lifter" is really just a stool, so i toyed with the idea of just using my own, but the height difference really is important, so I'd say at this price, just go ahead and buy the lifter. Its three heights, and it really would be a pain to find three alternate tools.
I'm excited to start the next two workouts in this DVD package, and am even starting to look into what FIRM workouts i should buy next.
If I lose a good amount of weight, I'll for sure update this review, although I already gave it full stars, because I have good faith that this is going to work if I stick with it.
Hope that helps!
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Summary: Old and eh
Comment: First of all, the DVD format is pretty bad. They make you sit through these advertisements you can't skip unless you fast forward through them, before you get to the actual workout. No chapters. They're also in reverse order on the DVD menu from the box menu, but that's not too bad.
The cardio workout is less cardio than the sculpting one. I really don't see the point of ever doing it. I burned at most 200 calories in an hour. Usually I burn at least 400 when I do aerobics.
The sculpting workout is pretty good. I like the firm's total body toner video better, but you can't do that all the time, and this is an ok addition to that.
The ab part is the best, though I think you could cut out a good 5-10 minutes of it and it would still be as effective. It's a little slow paced, but it probably gives your abs a better workout that most videos I've done.
I like the "fanny lifter" though I think it's a little tall for me (I'm 5', that's kinda a big leap up there) but it does work your legs pretty good. I don't like how they try to incorporate it into the arm and ab exercises. Just so they have an excuse to use it, it gets a little silly and uncomfortable at times (when you're on your stomach).
Really, I don't know why this has such good reviews. There are better exercise videos out there.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Workouts, Great Tool
Comment: This is the "Fanny Lifter" from the FIRM. The workout DVD is broken up into 3 different workouts. Ab Sculpt, Body Sculpt (which is subdivided into upper and lower body sections) and Cardio Sculpt (which is subdivided as well). You can tell the DVD has been re-launched in new packaging because the music and the clothing in the video is a little dated. DO NOT LET THAT TAKE AWAY FROM THIS WORKOUT! Dated? A little. Tough and effective? You bet it is. I consider myself to be in pretty good shape, and the first time I did the Body Sculpt, I was sweating like crazy! All of the intructors are easy to follow, and gives cues really well. You will need 3 sets of weights, light medium and heavy. I will say this: These workouts are mostly sculpting, the cardio is not particularly hard. That aside, I've seen results super from these, I highly reccomend them!
Customer Rating:
Summary: I Have Been Transformed Into A "Firm Believer"!
Comment: I have been doing this workout for about 3-4 weeks now and I truly see results. There are 3 workouts Cardio, Body, and Ab Sculpt. My favorite is Cardio Sculpt because I feel it gives you a very thorough workout from head to toe. I am noticing my muscles getting stronger, I have some definition in them also. I gave birth to my second son in October and gained some weight. Now since starting working out about 6-7 weeks ago I have done Tae Bo, Hip Hop Abs, Turbo Jam, and The Firm. Now I just do this, the firm sculpting ball, resistance bands and yoga. I also do tae bo every now and then. SO I rotate all these workouts, this one being the one I use the most because I feel and see the results. Now the first time doing these I was LOST, but after 3-4 times I was able to follow along. I have carpet so I the steps do not move for me, they are very sturdy however PAY ATTENTION when 1st doing them look down and make sure you are stepping onto the steps correctly. They have slip resistance on the steps in the video, mines were not like that. I am a beginner and was able to complete them the 1st time (I couldnt do all the leg work at 1st but I can now yea!). I feel this is a great way to challenge yourself and get great results. I am only using 2,3,and 5 lb weights and have gotten results from those, I havent moved up yet. For an experienced person I dont know if this would really challenge them unless they used heavier weights. Its more geared to beginners and intermediate in my opinion. I give it four stars because I feel they should slow down those really fast moves for beginners because it can be a lil frustrating at first to follow along but stick in there it's worth it.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Promising visible results in just ten sessions, the Firm Sculpting System consists of a three-in-one stair-step exercise platform and multi-functional workout video. The durable plastic exercise platform features a no-slip surface and easily adjusts from six to eight to fourteen inches, so you can vary the difficulty and intensity of your workout. Suitable for all fitness levels, the fun and easy-to-follow video features three separate workouts that focus on cardio conditioning, abdominal strengthening and toning, and total body sculpting. Also included in the package is a Rotational Guide and Eating Calendar, providing 30 days of exercises, 30 days of meal plans and recipes, plus tips and motivational advice to achieving success through the popular Sculpting System.
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