10 Minute Solution - Kettle Bell Fat Burner [DVD]

UPDATE TO EARLIER REVIEWI agree with the poster about why there's confusion about this being a fraudulent Kettle Bell workout. It clearly states (on the cover) that no Kettle Bell is needed. Also, in my opinion, as with any form of exercise, depending upon the exercise being performed, you adjust how heavy of a weight you use. I believe 5 pounds is too light for the buns workout; however, for certain parts of the upper body workout, it's appropriate. Just because the pace is fast paced, doesn't mean this video is dangerous or prone to injury. If you're performing reps at a faster pace, you're not going to go with a heavier weight. Same with if you're going to run a marathon, you're not going to run at the same pace as you would a 5K. I am guessing the reason she is using 5 pounds IS because it's fast paced. To me, she would have been irresponsible if she suggested using a 20 pound weight. This video is not meant to use a heavy weight. Jillian Michael's video, they do use 20 pound Kettle Bells; however, the pace is much slower.As with anything, this exercise is no more dangerous than anything else if you utilize common sense. I had never done a Kettle Bell workout prior to this one; and nearly a year later, I am still using this workout, with proven results and no injury whatsoever. In fact, my initial reason for wanting to update this review is because for the first time, I used a dumbbell instead of the Kettle Bell and found, particularly for exercises for the upper body, the dumbbell worked much better. It's because when she performs a "clean", which she does perform with a twist, using an evenly weighted tool versus one where it's bottom heavy, is less strenuous on your arm. So from now on, I will alternate between the Kettle Bell and the dumbbell.In the end, though, doesn't it come down to exercise? I don't care how many new fads they come out with or new ways to do this or do that, it's all about calories in versus calories out. Does it really make a difference whether it's done with a Kettle Bell or a dumbbell if you're achieving the same results? Since a 10 pd Kettle Bell weighs the same as a 10 pound dumbbell, unless someone can show me that two people of comparable size and weight doing the exact same workout with a Kettle Bell and a dumbbell of the same weight, the Kettle Bell workout will produce better results, I will retract my statement.I suppose it comes down to this workout isn't for everyone. I tried Amy Benton's; Jillian Michael's and a few others and while they are all good, I prefer this one. However, I wouldn't knock the others because, as stated, they're not for me.PRIOR REVIEWAs with the previous reviewer, I too own several 10 Min Solutions DVDs and love them all. I wasn't sure what to expect with this one; however, I have to say that I was impressed.I also concur with the other reviewer that this is a great introduction to the kettlebell workout. The moves are not complex or overly choreographed; however, you will do a LOT of squats. Even with the upperbody workout, you're squatting. For me, who loves to do squats, this workout is ideal.To describe this workout would be to say that it does the basics. If one looks at all the new ways in which exercise has changed/evolved, all that everyone has done is take the basics and added new twists. Instead of cruches on your back, we now do standing crunches. But it's still a crunch. Same with this video. She uses the tried and true methods, coupled with multiple reps, to achieve results. I do 4 segments at a time and I am dripping with sweat. I've used 5 and 10 pound kettlebells throughout the workout and it works just fine.If you're looking for a good intro to kettlebell workouts without having to worry about twisting and turning and stepping here and pushing there, etc., BUT still want to get a very good workout, please give this a try.

I am not sure what all the huppla about this being a fraudulent workout, the DVD cover clearly states that "NO KETTLEBELL REQUIRED" it also says, "USE A KETTLEBELL OR A REGULAR DUMBBELL" This information is all on the DVD cover, so please read it carefully, as I was not confused as to what to expect because the cover told me everything.I absolutely love this workout. Its fantastic! I started with PERFECT-LEGS-GLUTES-ABS with Michelle Olson and got in such phenomenal shape that I now use a 20 pound weighted vest and got down to a size 6 from a 12 and replaced a lot of flab with firm muscle. I alternate these workouts with the her other workout. This is the only DVD that has changed my body so quickly. I used to be a die hard FIRM girl. Now those are too easy to do.Take your time to learn the moves, I watched and rewind till I got in the same rhythm as the instructor, its so worth it, and no injuries either. Give it a try.

I would have preferred to have seen Dr. Olsen using kettlebells to make sure I am using proper form. Its a little hard to follow the dumbbells when you are using kettlebells. That being said, this is a good workout with my kettlebells - I found the workout to be a good challenge. I use this with the Kathy Smith kettlebell workout and its a solid overall workout. The abs workout was a tad tough so I do more planks and mountain climbers and pilates to offset this.I give this 4 stars as it is a good workout - it does not get 5 stars because it is missing the kettlebell itself, which is why I bought this in the first place.(I will say that I am from Montgomery, AL and a graduate of Auburn University (Auburn, AL) - War Eagle to Dr. Olsen - happy to see her representing our city and AUburn University - Montgomery).

This is so odd. This is a kettlebell workout DVD, but she does not use kettlebells. That being said, it is a pretty good workout, even though a bit simplistic, but why is she using a hand weight and talking about using a kettlebell? So strange.

The most annoying thing - as previously mentioned - is that there's no kettlebell. (It would have been much better if there was at least another person in the video using a kettlebell.)So here's a few challenges that make this almost useless for those who want to use a kettlebell with this DVD:1. Olson uses weight-training names to approximate kettlebell moves. For example, she says "curls" when the nearest kettlebell equivalent to what she's doing is a "clean." And of course because she's using a dumbell, a curl is exactly what she's doing. (A curl is a straight hinge motion, where a clean includes a twisting motion.)If you know kettlebells, you know how to do a clean so it's just annoying. But if you're using this DVD and you're new to kettlebells, substitutions like these can be confusing and possibly lead to injury.2. The other big challenge is the pace. Since she's using a light dumbell, the pace of each move is way too fast for kettlebell users. A kettlebell is an offset, usually-heavier weight, not a light, balanced weight, and to try to keep pace with her on this DVD can be downright dangerous.Some kettlebell moves, like an overhead press starting with the weight held low, usually have an intermediate step where you rack the kettlebell before you press it up. This little extra step makes the overall move take slightly longer but keeps you in control of the weight. But because she's using a dumbbell, she never racks the weight first, so keeping pace with her can cause someone to get sloppy - and get hurt.I've honestly tried - repeatedly - to like this DVD, but finally gave up. It's not worth getting hurt over. All in all this was a great concept but very poorly executed.

I researched this workout DVD in advance, so I knew that the exercises are performed using a dumbbell, that is why I purchased this exercise DVD. However they do tell people how to hold a kettlebell. I do not even own any kettle bells, and the dumbbells that I do own are ones with bar and removable plates. There are 5 ten minute workouts on this DVD to chose from or combine any number of the workouts or play all for 50 minutes.Note: The exercises might get tough with plate dumbbells especially since it is difficult to find plates lighter than 2.5 pounds, however Clubpiscine had 1.25 pound plates. Do what you are capable of in time and weight and incrementally increase time and weight gradually.I get a great physical workout from this exercise DVD.Good price.

In un mese con questo divertentissimo allenamento sono dimagrita di ben 4 kg senza che mi pesasse. Lo consiglio a tutti coloro che hanno voglia di un allenamento diverso dal solito.

This is my first 10-Minute Solution DVD. My fitness collection goes as far back as the late 1980s, and it is made up of about 70 DVDs featuring over 150 workouts, some of which I have obviously outgrown over time and no longer use. This is just to say that I have seen a wide variety of teaching styles and, although I'm no fitness expert, I recognise a good workout when I see one. And the 10-Minute Solution is definitely a good concept, as far as I'm concerned. The idea is that everybody has got 10 minutes to spare to take some exercise and, maybe, just maybe, once you've started, you will feel you want to do 20, no 30, no 40, oh-what-the-heck, the full 50-minute workout. And, if you're REALLY pressed for time, at least you will manage to keep the exercise habit alive and move a bit, or a lot, every day.Now, on to the Kettlebell workout. I have just done it this morning, and have managed the 5 sections back to back (I do make time for exercise by getting up very early, as I have three young children and work full-time). I understand why some people feel misled by the title and the cover, as there is not a kettlebell in sight, but it must also be said that this is made very clear on the back cover ("no kettlebell required") and, in the introduction to the video, in which the instructor gives very clear indications as to what weight to use for both dumbbell and kettlebell. Throughout the workouts, she also explains very clearly how to hold the kettlebell if you're using one. Now - I'm using an ordinary 5kg dumbbell, so I can't say whether some of the moves are awkward when performed with a kettlebell. I can only san that a dumbbell leaves you feeling thoroughly worked out.As for the individual workouts:- MAXIMUM FAT BURNER: This is probably a bit of an overstatement. This workout introduces the most basic kettlebell moves and I find it useful as an extended warm-up for what lies ahead (each workout gets more and more intense).- UPPER BODY POWER SCULPT: Again, the instructor uses the basic kettlebell swing as the basic, transition move, but she then goes on to emphasize the upper body. I've got strong arms, and I usually find workouts aimed at women too light for me. This is not the case here. The 5kg dumbbell has made me break into a sweat, without having me huffing and puffing the way Jillian Michaels does, for example, and I'm feeling quite sore afterwards. I can feel muscles on my back and my shoulders which, clearly, had been ignored for a long time without my being aware of it.- THIGH AND BUNS BLASTER: The same I've said for the previous workout can be applied to this one, but focusing on the lower body, of course. Concentration and form are emphasized over speed and, in particular, my bum feels really sore at the moment. I have quite strong legs (or so I thought!), as I run 15-20 km a week, but this workout has hit all the right areas.- TOTAL BODY SCULPT: Things get more intense in this workout, which is probably the most aerobic one in the series. But, as it is only 10 minutes, the pain is over before you know it. Lots of multi-tasking, combining leg and arm moves. However, as the instructor introduces a movement first and does not combine it with another one until you have had time to get the form right, there is no problem there, even for those who believe themselves to be very uncoordinated.- ACCELERATED AB TONER: Once again, this IS intense. Concentration is favoured over speed, and your obliques, often neglected in ab workouts, work really hard here. After the Total Body Sculpt, this can be quite tiring so, as the workout sequence can be customised, next time I will probably start with the Fat Burner, continue with the Total Body Sculpt and finish it off with the less aerobic workouts (upper and lower body, and abs).The instructor has a PhD in Exercise Physiology, shows expertise and is encouraging without being patronising. She comes across as a serious, pleasant person who knows when and how to encourage you through the pain. I've finished the entire workout with a pleasant soreness in my entire body, and I will certainly include this DVD in my rotation alongside The Firm, Jillian Michaels and Billy Blanks.

the exercises are okay and if you have done any other 10 minute solution video you know what to expect. I was extremely disappointed in the video as it is targetted as a kettlebell video yet the instructor uses a standard weight to do all the exercises. She does explain how to hold the kettlebell if in fact you are using one. This video is deemed a kettlebell workout - I believe the instructor should be using a kettlebell not just explaining how to use it.

My kettlebell has been lying about for months and finally I had the opportunity to put it to good use; hence my purchase of the 10 Minute Solutuion Kettlebell workout. I wasn't sure what to expect since I don't work out with Kettlebells but rather with dumb bells. If you take the time to watch the introduction the instructor does specify that she demonstrates the routine with the aid of a dumb bell for those who do not own a kettlebell. I consider this to be an advantage in two ways. Firstly, if you don't own a kettlebell then you can just as easily reap the rewards from using dumb bells and consequently if you do own a kettlebell then you are at an advantage; however the kettlebell does take some getting used to. All in all, it's a great starting point. The instructor guides you through each movement and does specify where to hold your kettlebell if you are using one. That being said, you get the best of both worlds either way; if you are a beginner and have never used kettlebells before then it may be worth starting off with the dumb bell until you feel more confident and then progress to the kettlebell. As I said before I work out predominantly with dumb bells, however the kettlebell has added a completely new dimension to my workouts. It really works your entire body and you will feel the effects after one workout. One doesn't consider 10 minutes as being a substantial amount of time but believe you me at the end of each routine your heart is pumping as every part of your body is working hard as you are using multi-rotational movements as opposed to single joint movements! As this is my first kettlebell workout DVD I am happy to carry on with it as I consider it to be quite a challenge. The good thing about this DVD is that you can either do the entire workout from start to finish or you can break it down to 10 minutes; 20 minutes etc. whilst mixing and matching whatever workout takes your fancy depending on what body parts you want to work and whatever your time constraints allow. I do think it's good value for money and well worth the investment if you are willing to put the effort into it. Don't judge a book by its cover and don't always go by what others say. I have loads of exercise DVD's and this one will definitely remain at the top of my pile!