TurboFire & Chalean Extreme Review

Well, Turbo Jam is what put Chalene Johnson on the map --- TurboFire is Turbo Jam on steroids! The Fire series is very similar in theory, yet on an intensity level, there is no comparison! You will jump, kick, run, squat, kick again, punch again and shake your booty --- in fast forward mode! Since I have absolutely NO rhythm, I find myself laughing through nearly every move! Laughing is a good thing - it makes it FUN! The HIIT workouts are just as fast, but by design you will push yourself to your limits --- but it is only one minute at a time. Push for a minute - then "rest" for a minute. I believe the scientific reasoning behind the rest is to prevent your heart from literally beating out of your chest. Don't quote me on that, it is strictly my opinion!

My FAVORITE! Being skinny is great, but I want total definition! This programs foundation is on strength training to build muscle and burn fat. I have always heard that women should never lift more then 10lbs or they would bulk up. Well, after 90 days of lifting weights at up 35lbs in each hand, I can totally attest that I have not gained bulk! My jeans fit better then EVER and my arms and abs have definition I never new was possible! The whole philosophy behind the circuit training lies with High Resistance - Low reps. I fell in love with this program so much, that although it is not a requirement, I bit the bullet and bought the BowFlex SelectTech weights (which are AWESOME!)

Chalene Johnson's TurboFire includes 12 workouts on 10 DVDs that range from 10 minutes to 55 minutes:

The number in each title designates the class length.

* Fire 30 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Throw smoking-hot hooks and make big leaps to the bass of "Give Up the Funk."

* HIIT 15 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Dial it up for your first High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class.

* Fire 55 EZ Class/Stretch 10 Class
Don't let EZ fool you, because you'll be sweating to "Dazzey Dukes."

* Core 20 Class/Stretch 40 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Chalene's most popular class targets your tummy with moves that deliver incredible abs.

* Fire 45 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Kick, dance, and punch your way into shape to the beat of "Wiggle It."

* HIIT 20 Class/Stretch 10 Class
"Turn This Mutha Out" with 7 sizzling fire drills in 20 minutes.

* Fire 45 EZ Class/Stretch 10 Class
Take a break from the fire drills, but not the fire, as you sweat to "In the Ayer."

* HIIT 25 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Here are 25 minutes of your most intense fire drills yet with Chalene.

* Sculpt 30 Class/Tone 30 Class
Develop shapely muscles with Chalene's challenging resistance classes.

* Stretch 40 Class/Stretch 10 Class
Increase your flexibility and lengthen your muscles for a long, lean look.

* Get Fired Up
Chalene guides you through the program to help you get the best results.

Plus you get these TurboFire support tools:

* Turn Up the Burn Fitness Guide
Get more in the know about HIIT and why TurboFire really works.

* TurboFire Class Schedule
We've taken the guesswork out of working out so you can get the best results.

* TurboFire Lower Body Band
Add definition and build long, lean muscles with this body-sculpting band.

And 5 FREE gifts to help you succeed:

* Fuel the Fire Nutrition Guide
Maintain high energy while you train with easy-to-prepare snacks and recipes.

* 5-Day Inferno Plan
See how you can lose up to 10 pounds in 5 days.

* 24/7 Online Support
Stay motivated with easy access to fitness experts, friends, and live chats with Chalene.

* Turbo Sculpting Band
Use this band and you will quickly burn fat and tone lean muscle!

* Core 20 Class
Target and strengthen your entire core to reveal tight, flat abs.

Lean Phasing burns fat through resistance training

Chalene's proven Lean Phasing technique supercharges your metabolism by shifting your body's fat-burning focus from cardio exercise to resistance training. You burn fat long after your workout-even while you sleep. With ChaLEAN Extreme, you can burn up to 60% of your body fat in just 3 months.

15 workouts

Before you start Chalene teaches you the proper form and technique for the resistance moves you'll be doing in the program, whether you're using weights or bands.

* Burn Basics
* Band Basics

Phase 1: Burn Start resistance training at your own pace to jump-start your metabolism and break down those extra reserves of fat. In these moderate training workouts, you'll work your upper body then lower body, using the Lean Phasing technique to help you see results every 30 days.

* Burn Circuit 1
* Burn Circuit 2
* Burn Circuit 3

Phase 2: Push Chalene shows you how to push beyond your comfort zone safely, so you build the muscle you need to burn fat. Chalene helps you push yourself, so you get fast results.

* Push Circuit 1
* Push Circuit 2
* Push Circuit 3

Phase 3: Lean Here is where you really melt the fat, with new routines and dynamic moves. This phase is designed to deliver major changes to your body.

* Lean Circuit 1
* Lean Circuit 2
* Lean Circuit 3

Extreme Cardio During each phase, Chalene ignites your metabolism with intense cardio and strength-training routines, and then rejuvenates and lengthens your muscles with an invigorating flexibility workout.

* Burn Intervals
* Burn It Off!
* Recharge

Core Power Shrink, tighten, and tone your abs with two targeted routines for a rock-hard midsection.

* Extreme Abs
* Ab Burner

Support Tools

Muscle Burns Fat Guidebook
Includes workout calendars to show you which workout to do each day and how much resistance to use.

Thigh Toner Band
Adds some extra resistance to your lower-body training.

Body Fat Tester
Measure your body fat at each stage to see how much you lose.

Plus 4 FREE Gifts

Fat-Burning Food Guide
Shows you what to eat in each phase to maximize fat burning.

Extreme Motivation Audio CD
Chalene's personal message to help you get pumped for your workouts.

Healthy Eats and Kitchen Makeover DVDs
Chalene shares her personal recipes and nutrition tips to help keep you and your family eating healthfully.

Pro-Grade Resistance Band
Burn fat and tone muscle faster.