Turbo Jam Review
What You Should Know
The Turbo Jam is a Beachbody workout program based on a series of video workouts that target different areas and incorporate both cardio and sculpting exercises. The routines are based on the “Elite 11” moves, which each target a different muscle group. The workouts incorporate kickboxing, body sculpting, abdominal strengthening and dancing. Instructor Chalene Johnson leads participants in high-energy workouts.
Ingredients
Not Applicable
Product Features
The Turbo Jam workout includes five workouts on either three DVDs or six VHS tapes. These workouts include a 45-minute cardio routine, a quick 20-minute workout, a sculpting workout and abdominal exercises. With a Turbo Jam order you will also receive an instructional video and flash cards introducing the “Elite 11” moves that are a crucial part of the program.
Advantages
- The Turbo Jam workouts address several area of the body for evenly proportioned results.
- The company offers a 30-day money back guarantee.
- Turbo Jam workouts are available on DVD or VHS.
Disadvantages
- The Turbo Jam videos add up to 155 minutes of different workout routines. There are other workouts out there that take more of an all-in-one approach, which some people may find to be more convenient.
- The Turbo Jam Web site makes claims that are difficult to prove. It states that the use of the Sculpting Gloves (which are ordered separately) activates 96% more muscle activity than the Turbo Jam workout alone, but it does not explain how that was determined. The site also claims that a study showed some Turbo Jam participants burned 1,000 calories an hour, but it is very non-specific about how many participants had these results or which combination of routines were used.
- It may prove challenging and time-consuming to learn the routines for five different Turbo Jam workouts.
- With nearly $13 in shipping charges, it costs almost $73 to order the Turbo Jam workout series. Although it is spread out over several DVDs, this is only two-and-a-half hours of workout time for a fairly steep price.
Conclusion
The Turbo Jam workouts are fairly high-intensity, so you should start out slowly and carefully if you are not used to regular strenuous exercise. Always talk with your doctor before beginning a new exercise program.
If you have time to devote to a challenging workout and the self-discipline to get it done, you will probably see results from the Turbo Jam program. In order to target several areas of the body and gain cardio benefits you should be alternating between all of the workouts. This can be time consuming and stressful. If you are looking for something that is easy to work into a busy schedule and is routine and easy to follow, the Turbo Jam program may not be the right choice for you.
