The Firm Body Sculpt System 2 OR Kathy Smith Step Workout? (warning..long post)

[Octoberbride03]

Hi all

I haven't been around much lately i know. I am doing very well with my exercising though i'll admit to falling off the wagon just a bit this weekend. I have kind of a dilemna, so i thought i'd share it here and let y'all help me decide what to do.

Basic info: Been working out for 3 months now and I love it. I have been doing Pilates all 3 months graduating from a beginners to an advanced routine. For the past 6-7 weeks I have also been doing WATP 1 mile tape using the weights about 2-3 times per week. Both exercises are working for me weight wise. I'm up to 7 lbs lost and 4 inches gone around the waist.

BUT: I need a change in videos. Or at least some variety. I have been doing WATP with music of my choice with Leslie's voice muted on the tv. It works fine, but lately its been harder to turn the tape on. I just wanna throw something at her even though i keep reminding myself how well its working.
BTW: I am trying to to spend more time on my thighs because they are the most reluctant muscles to start losing inches.

So i spent some time researching videos to see what appeals to me. And i believe i have down to 2 choices:

1) Kathy Smith Step Workout
2) The Firm Body Sculpting System 2(yes I know #3 is coming out soon.

I'm seriously undecided which to get. I need opinions from ppl who've done 1 or both workouts. Did you like the exercises? How are the hosts to each video?

If you've gotten this far I thank you for reading. You've all been a great help in getting me to make exercise a regular part of my life, and I know you can help me keep it that way.

TIA

 

[DoeWDW]

Maureen, wish I could help you decide, but I haven't done either of these workouts. I wish you well and figure whichever one you get will work as long as you stick with it.

The Firm tapes seem very challenging so if you like a challenge, maybe they'd be good for you. I know others have started them slowly, only doing the first 20-30 minutes of the tapes until they got the hang of it, then adding more minutes later.

Either way, I wish you well!!

 

[Octoberbride03]

I need opinions form ppl doing The Firm Workouts. I know you're out there

 

[TigerBear]

Do a search for Firm - you will find a ton of information. The weekly Firm check-in thread also has a lot of good information. I'm a recent Firm believer solely because of this board. I think most FIRMers would recommend The Firm to you. I just bought the first system since it came with the Fanny Lifter. I've only done two workouts and already notice improvement in my legs and arms. I like it so much that I plan on buying the second system as well. Good luck!

 

[ZerasPride]

Hi Maureen! I'm a FIRM believer and I've got the sore fanny to prove it!

I love my FIRM workouts! As Doe mentioned, they are challenging. The fanny lifter will work your butt and thighs. I don't have BSS2. I have BSS1 which I love. I did borrow a friend's BSS2 DVDs and quickly returned them to her. I started out at 280+ pounds when I began execising and there was just no way I could keep up with them. I am down almost 40 pounds but still don't feel quite fit enough to start with System 2. I plan on buying 2 or 3 when I get to onederland.

My favorite FIRM instructor is Allie. She seems so "real" and motivational. I think she's just great. She is the instructor for the Cardio work out with BSS2 (at least I believe she is).

Anyway, as I said before, I love the FIRM. You can't beat the results you get. If you pick the FIRM, you will get a fully body work out, your butt will be firmer and higher and your thighs firmer and smaller. Let us know what you decide! There's a FIRM challenge thread floating around here somewhere - come check us out.