Firm: Total Muscle Shaping [DVD]

This workout came out with the Firm Box, which I did not buy. I only recently purchased this workout and I use my TransFIRMer to do it because it has the incline option and is much sturdier than the Firm Box used in the video. I really like Stephanie as an instructor. She cues well and is easy to follow. I like this workout and add it into my rotation fairly often. I do agree with a previous reviewer - it is somewhat disturbing to see how skinny Christa and Pam are in this video ~ Christa most of all. Not only is it hard to look at, but it doesn't send a good message to have someone so skinny promoting a workout. She/they didn't get to looking like that by just doing the Firm workouts. They should promote healthy looking bodies. I think Stephanie, Lisa, and Libby look healthy. (Note: when Pam shows up in the next Firm video series, she does look much healthier and is not so skinny. I haven't seen Christa since this series.) I work out often and I break a sweat doing this workout. I give it my all and I use the heaviest dumbbells I can handle for each exercise that uses them, so I really get a good workout in. If you get this one and you're looking for an incline box to do it with, I would recommend looking for a TransFIRMer and NOT the Firm Box used in this video.

"We're building lean muscle mass which allows us to burn more calories twenty four hours a day" Stephanie Huckabee enthusiastically proclaims about half way through this workout. Indeed, as a role model with two of the most beautiful arms I have ever seen, she cannot be beat.Developing strong, beautiful legs is also something very much promoted on this tape through leg presses, hover squats and dips for strength and skating and jumping jacks in the aerobic portion of this interval training tape. I think it was especially considerate of them to promote an alternative to straight jumping jacks as some individuals with larger breasts find that the "bounce factor" can be a real problem with this exercise. Like a previous reviewer some of the aerobic moves can be confusing to catch on to particularly for me I had a problem with the "turn steps."I also agree with the previous reviewer "Lovetoworkout" who once wrote: "As in other Firm workouts that do the ab work on the incline unless you have a death grip on the step, you will slide down. This makes them very akward to do even with a mat on the incline."All in all, however, this is an excellent if not outstanding workout tape particularly for the arms and legs.

I'm not really one to write reviews for things, but I feel as though these workouts deserve recognition. My first experience with The Firm was a few years ago when I decided to buy and try the Transfirmer series of workouts. I wasn't necessarily a beginner at that time, but man..those workouts kicked my butt! I then ordered the previous body sculpting series videos to rotate to avoid boredom. I had great success with them but for whatever reason, I ended up joining a local gym and the The Firm videos/step began collecting dust. Fast forward to present, a husband and almost 2 year old daughter later, I decided I needed something that worked for me at home bc trying to coordinate a toddler to your desired gym schedule isn't necessarily the easiest task (not to mention wasting so much gas). It dawned on me to re-order some of The Firm workouts, new and older DVDs; no more driving 30 minutes to the gym for me! Let me tell you, as someone who is by no means a beginner when it comes to fitness, these workouts are no joke. I got a better workout with these DVDs than I did at any class or time on the treadmill/elliptical. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who wants to get in shape and get there FAST. I can tell a change in my body already-they promise results in 10 workouts, but you'll see it before then. Trust me. What's also great is that you can make them as easy or as challenging as you desire-increase or decrease your weight. Either way, you'll get a great workout!

I just received this DVD yesterday and could not wait to try the workout. I have been an avid FIRMer for over a decade and this workout did not disappoint! It is extremely challenging, and I’m not a beginner! Stephanie is my favorite instructor and really keeps you motivated throughout the workout. I was dripping sweat when the 45 minutes ended but felt incredible! I know I’ll be sore tomorrow but it was highly worth it. This workout will be a constant in my rotation.

I love, love, love this DVD and Stephanie Hucklebee is awesome too. I get the best workout when I use this particular DVD. I like many of the Firm workouts however the ones with Stephanie are usually my favorite. She has broke out on her own and now has a DVD series called "Power Fit" you can find it right her at Amazon. The Power Fit Harmony is in my opinion a female version of P90X however, shorter but does use the muscle confusion process of developing your new body. I would certainly suggest this DVD and any others with Stephanie Hucklebee. Her cuing is perfect and she actually helps you enjoy the workout. I hope this helps in your decision to buy this DVD and other workouts with Stephanie Hucklebee.

One of the best workouts I have ever done! You will see results after a week! I will use this DVD until it doesn't work anymore!

i really like the incline box, i dont have the new Firm one but i have a standard step with risers that i could take one side off and it inclined it really improved the effectiveness my lunges and chestwork. I like Stephanie as an intructor and recommend her, this dvd had enjoyable aerobics segments and tough muscle shaping. this is another firm workout i will enjoy adding to my dvd rotation schedule.

Great work out. Builds muscles.

Lots of scratches on DVD surface.