Do I need my own weights to do these DVDs properly?
1349621
Yes, you've to get your own weights. I suggest you start with lighter one n increase it as it progress.
1349622
You need your own weights. I'd say 5lb and 7/8lb to start with. For less weight than that... fill a water bottle with sand or something rather than buy till you know what you need.
1349623
Yes you will need weights for this set of DVD'S but they are well worth the it. I am using them presently for my morning boot camp and the galls love (well maybe not love!) the workouts.
1349624
It depends on where you are fitness wise. If weights are new to you,no--or maybe a couple of cans or water bottles to lift. If you have already been lifting and are in good shape, yes, you need weights. I did 5 pounds my first time through and 8 my second time (and third!)
1349625
For best results, it is advised that you have your own hand weights to get the most out of the routines which ask that you use weights. However, you could still do the workouts without weights and mimic the movements, still get a workout, just not as much resistance and muscle use. I have heard of people using soup cans, soda bottles, etc. (as long as each side is equally weighted) But, you can purchase inexpensive hand weights online or locally, at sports store. Once you have hand weights you can use them with other videos/workouts and also use them to enhance workouts that don't require hand weights. I do this if I need more resistance on moves that seem a bit easy. Great investment long term! For best results, it is advised that you have your own hand weights to get the most out of the routines which ask that you use weights. However, you could still do the workouts without weights and mimic the movements, still get a workout, just not as much resistance and muscle use. I have heard of people using soup cans, soda bottles, etc. (as long as each side is equally weighted) But, you can purchase inexpensive hand weights online or locally, at sports store. Once you have hand weights you can use them with other videos/workouts and also use them to enhance workouts that don't require... » Read More For best results, it is advised that you have your own hand weights to get the most out of the routines which ask that you use weights. However, you could still do the workouts without weights and mimic the movements, still get a workout, just not as much resistance and muscle use. I have heard of people using soup cans, soda bottles, etc. (as long as each side is equally weighted) But, you can purchase inexpensive hand weights online or locally, at sports store. Once you have hand weights you can use them with other videos/workouts and also use them to enhance workouts that don't require hand weights. I do this if I need more resistance on moves that seem a bit easy. Great investment long term! « Show Less
1349626
Yes you do, well they asume you own the Firm's weights so they use "medium weights" throughout the whole video. I used 2 kilos weights.
1349627
Yes. These short videos require weights. They are also very high tempo, unlike the older Firm workouts.
2041908
Many of the local sports stores carry varied sizes weight plates. Just measure the hole in your weight and buy plates with the same size hole. With the diversity of weights that you have with this set, I should think that you would not need to buy any other weights. Remember that if you need a lighter weight, you can use the bar alone or the collars.
1678967
Hard question to answer-depends on your fitness level-did you try what the woman in the dvd is using
786846
I agree with the others. I think it depends on your size, your neighbors, your apartment, and your ability to land softly. The moves in Power 90 aren't nearly as jump involved as programs like p90x or insanity. Also, the first DVD you'll work on for the first 45 days is only about 30 to 40 minutes per day. The second disc for the last 45 days goes up to about 50 minutes I think.
1294680
I believe it will be fine for a beginner just as long as you take it slow. You might not be able to do the whole 20 minutes the first time. It will get easier the more often you do them. When I first started I would just pause the dvd and rest when I got too tired. The exercises themselves are not too difficult but they will certainly get your heart rate up and give you an excellent workout.
1678969
I would say start with about 5 lbs. Most of the Dvds are about repetitions to build endurance, shape body, and burn fat.
159814
Yes, totally worth it if use in a controlled manner. Have a home pt studio and it's been through hundreds of workouts with no malfunction. I would reccomened purchasing the olympic plate bar converters though.
1561190
Weights from a standard weight set will work. Amount of weight depends on the weight of your equipment on the end.
672855
The elite also have 2 2.5lb add-in weights for each dumbbell. The classics do not. So you end up being able to create more dumbbell weight combinations.
969411
Resistance bands and weights. I only have 5lb dumbbells available to me right now, so that's what I'm using until I get paid. Then I'm going to bump it up and buy a heavier set. She makes reference to using up to 20 lbs though, but only for certain exercises.
912781
Yes you will need to purchase weights. Dimensions are available on the manufacturers website.
6186
I found it to be easy to follow. There are 3DVDs in the set. There is one segment called "Total body workout" that I really like. You can start off easy and work your way up.
524963
I do not recommend you kick start a workout program with this set unless you want to be discouraged and get injured. There are kinder and gentler Firm workouts for the beginner. You want to build up to this set. They still kick my butt and I've been doing Firm DVDs since they were VHS!
365884
No it states accurately on here that it comes with instruction book and to be honest it's not too difficult to master. A DVD would be overkill. These people insisting it comes with a DVD are misinforming you. If you would like step by step instructions after purchasing and the book isn't enough, a tutorial can easily be found online.
2044897
You should. It will help. At the beginning if each video it tells you what is needed and Shows alternate ways to do the exercises.
403644
yes it is. it's higher weight, slower reps and it's a progressive program. you can lift as much ( or as little ) as you want but in the dvd's it's usually heavier weights. it's a really good program
1175749
Ask your friends, even. A lot of people have weights just laying around their house they don't use anymore. As other people said, this set uses standard size weights.