Turbo Jam Chat and Support

SexyRevealed · 03-23-2007, 01:30 PM

Hi ladies,

I'm new to this thread, but I've been doing TJ for a while now. I've had it since last year, but I've only been committed on my journey for about 9 weeks. I've lost 18 pounds, and TJ is a big part of that. It makes me want to exercise! I love it! I'm waiting the arrival of the Maximum Results package. I will get all of them eventually. I hope there are more tapes to come. It is the most fun workout I've ever done, and for the first time in my life, I look forward to exercising. I have a slightly overweight 8 year old son, and he loves it too. So we do it together and just have a blast! I'm glad I'm not alone in my love for TJ!!!

It's time to partay!!!!

Wrongway · 03-23-2007, 05:10 PM

hi all...

i'm Michelle and i'm doing the LA weight loss program.

i'm relatively new to 3FC and brand new to TJ.. i was walking around wal mart with my hubby last night and saw it and bought it on a whim. the set includes learn and burn.. the 20 minute workout and sculpt.. i got a good price on it from the looks of it.. i only paid 26 bux at wally world.

anyway, i started it today with the learn and burn.. and whew.. that was great.. i loved it. i also go to curves but was finding that a bit dull. so maybe adding in the TJ is a good thing. i got a long way to go, but i'm determined. i read something about 10 inches in 10 days?!?!?! can someone elaborate on that for me please??

starzzy · 03-25-2007, 02:33 PM

Hello everyone,

I was wondering if you have noticed a difference in the amount of calories you are able to burn when using Turbo Jam in comparison to other forms of exercise? I have heard that Turbo Jam burns a lot of calories.

I am still trying to decide if I should purchase Turbo Jam or an Urban Rebounder. Turbo Jam looks like a lot of fun.

Thanks!

RachelleS · 03-25-2007, 07:44 PM

I'd have to go look at my fitness log but if I remember correctly - I usually burn 650 to 750 calories but some I burn 800 to 900. It gets your heart rate up there.

Rachelle

starzzy · 03-26-2007, 06:24 PM

Thanks!

I just ordered Turbo Jam. I have been pondering this decision for quite some time. I am looking forward to the workouts!

debbieduzLAWL · 03-28-2007, 01:30 PM

I was in homeoutfitters the other day and I saw Tubo jam there on sale,
Now I live in Canada and we are usually last to get new products in stores so
check around you might be able to find It somewhere.It retailed for 20.00 for each dvd more expensive than beach body but you can try just one and see If you like It.

SexyRevealed · 03-30-2007, 12:59 AM

I got my Maximum Results package a couple of days ago. I did Punch Kick Jam yesterday, and man, that kicked my butt! I burned about 450 calories (I have a HRM) and I took it easy so I could have easily burned more than that. Can't wait to try the rest of them!

Button_ewe · 03-30-2007, 12:03 PM

I got TJ a few days ago and have done learn and burn twice and the 20 min workout. I excercise frequently (do The Firm at home 5-6 days and gym with the kids 3 nights a week) but until recently i was doing mostly strength training and interval training. I quit smoking about a month ago (shew thank god that is over with) so ive been trying to do more cardio.....my lack of regular cardio excercise has made me very clumsy. Im able to keep up with The Firm workouts (have a ton of them) but it takes me a long time (3 or 4 times through...used to take a lot longer though so i guess ive gotten better over the years) to catch on. I just cant seem to get the swing of TJ. Seems that I need to move faster in order to keep up and i just cant seem to get there....how long does it take to catch on?...it looks like its just a ton of fun if you can keep up, but without being able to really "bring it" im just not burning very many calories or getting that wonderful endorphin rush and there are other workouts that i can do that will challenge memore.

RachelleS · 03-30-2007, 12:53 PM

Button, if you aren't catching up, then I would say TJ IS Challenging you and that is a good thing. A FAVORITE saying of mine is from Chalene and that is mistakes burn calories. You just started Turbo Jam - I was doing Taebo before this plus the Firm, Cathe, Slim Series, Kathy Smith, etc. - it still took me time to be able to do a whole workout and get the moves. That is part of the learning process. It was the same way with all the other workouts, especially Cathe - I wasn't able to put a tape/DVD in and do a workout all the way through with no mistakes the first few times through (and I'm sure it was more then a "few" before I did). Honestly, doing the Learn and Burn twice is not enough - in fact, for a while I did Learn and Burn on it's own and then I did Learn & Burn right before the 20 Minute one.

I still sometimes put Learn & Burn in to make sure I have the right form and I've beening TJammin' since September 2005. The 20 Minute is actually one of my favorites still - but I had to do that one a long time before I was ready to move on to the Cardio Party's. Once you do catch on, if it is a workout you like and enjoy - it will happen just like that. For some, it takes longer, others it only takes a couple of times - it just depends on the person. REMEMBER, you just got this program a few days ago!!!!! That is NOT very long AT ALL especially when it is a totally new workout to you.

Please don't get frustrated. And if Turbo Jam doesn't seem like a workout you would enjoy, then don't do it. There are SOOOOO many workouts and instructors out there - and thank goodness because we all are so different and our tastes are not the same. It's okay not to like every workout you try. I have disliked ALOT and others, I never clicked with - or some, I never saw any results with and they weren't workouts I enjoyed doing. But if I was you, and it was only less then a week into Turbo Jam, I would give it some time - at least a few more weeks before giving up on it. Some have given up right away and pull it out months later and wish they wouldn't have given it up the first time as they are really enjoying it. I actually don't hear it often, but some don't click with it.

Congratulations on no Smoking!!!!! That is so awesome for you and your family!!!!!

Best of luck! We are here to support you - it will be okay and remember - just by pressing play, you ARE burning fat and calories!!!!!!

Rachelle

Lovewater · 03-30-2007, 06:14 PM

Hi all!

I have the original set of TJ & maximum results package. I was wondering if getting the deluxe package would be necessary? I am in love with the videos I have now

but I wanted to know if I was missing out on some more greatness from the deluxe package.

Please share your thoughts

RachelleS · 03-31-2007, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lovewater

Hi all!

I have the original set of TJ & maximum results package. I was wondering if getting the deluxe package would be necessary? I am in love with the videos I have now

but I wanted to know if I was missing out on some more greatness from the deluxe package.

Please share your thoughts

I honestly don't use the Lower Body Jam very often at all - but the lower body isn't my problem area. I know it's more then just working the lower body though so I actually should just think of it as another TJ workout. I do add in the Cardio Party 2 into my rotation along with the other Cardio Party's - it's nice as it's another 40 minute workout but burns as much calories as the 50 minute ones. If I had to choose two more workouts though - I'd choose the newest Ball ones. I really LOVE Kick 'N Core (45 mniutes) and I like that Total Body Blast (60 minutes) is different in that it is an interval/circuit - you do cardio for so many minutes and then core work on the ball. Although, you can't go wrong with any Turbo Jam workout - I like having them all so I don't get bored.

Rachelle

Lovewater · 04-01-2007, 01:24 AM

Thanks Rachelle!

I have TBB and *heart* it. My friend won it (and gave it to me) during her Turbo Kick session at the gym. I'll just keep what I have since you can't split up the packages on BB. I bought my original TJ from QVC and Booty Sculpt Live was included, but in order to get Kick-n-Core I would have to repurchase BS (and I really don't want to pay twice for a product). Oh well, I had to alter the TJ rotation to exclude the videos I don't have. So far, so good

GinaXOXO · 04-02-2007, 01:02 AM

Hi! I love turbo jam but I am having a bit of a problem. Even though I need to lose weight I have a strong back and joints so I am a little surprised that my back hurts from turbo jam. I did it every day in November and quit with a broken heart because my puppy getting ran over.

In November my low back hurt but I explained it away. Now I have started TJ again and my back hurts so I have made the connection that the TJ is doing it. From past experience I think it is because of the back kicks. Any suggestions?? This morning I woke up and was thinking of how fun TJ is but knew that have been taking motrin to sleep so I really couldn't.

Gina

suzie76 · 04-02-2007, 10:52 PM

Hi Gina,

You may find some helpful suggestions on the threads located here:

http://forum.videofitness.com/search...archid=1785773

You're definitely not alone! I hope you can find something that will help! The workouts are really fun.

Have you gone over to the turbo jam forums at Beachbody? They are free, and Chalene posts there-it might be a good idea to post your question there, too.

Take care,
Sherry

RachelleS · 04-03-2007, 12:51 AM

My first thought was you are not leaning forward enough and that your hips aren't lined up correctly. Hopefully the link Sherry shared will help - videofitness is a great place to visit. I would also second asking on the Beachbody forums - you might even do a search to see if someone has asked already. They have fitness advisors that will help there so you will get a professional.

Best of luck. Form is the main reason people injury themselves. I always recommend going back to the Learn & Burn every once in awhile - no matter how long you've been doing TJ.

Rachelle