Customer Reviews

Kim Kardashian: Fit In Your Jeans by Friday: Ultimate Butt Body Sculpt

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Okay, I am not really a fan of Kim, that aside, I have to say that she ha an awesome body.
I felt really good about this DVD and Kim behind it since its her job to stay looking fit.
About the workout: I was going in to it thinking it would be a breeze and nothing more kind of expecting to be dissapointed, but WHOA it was pretty tough stuff. I may have to do it a couple more times to get it well. I do say, I felt the burn. Kim is really cute in this video and I was surprised that I found her so charming. So if you really want a good workout that helps you define curves, I would recommend this. All your feelings about Kim set aside, and get ready for some working out.

My cousin is getting married in 2 months, so I needed something to get me in decent shape quick. I just bought the DVD like a week ago and I boy do I feel results, I was sore the next day. Good tips on stuff like holding your core and breathing that I never knew about. The trainer in the DVD has an AMAZING body and I loved all her tricks. I wish she was my trainer - but this is just as good!

I got this for my wife and she loves it. As a trainer of 15 years I can tell you that Kims workouts (designed by her trainer in the video) are fun and effective. Its also very entertaining. The real test is that my wife loves the program and thinks that it's the perfect fit for the real woman trying to get in shape.

- Andrew

To start off, I have lifted weights, run and worked out regularly at the gym for several years. I bought this DVD during a very busy semester so I would have something on hand when I wasn't able to make it to the gym on time or was stuck inside due to weather. I also wanted to learn some toning exercises specifically for the lower body. I have been using it on and off for 6 months and am very happy with the results.

The first section (no step) is my favorite part. It consists of 15 minutes of squats and lunges variations. Because it works the lower body continually with no rest, it is surprisingly challenging and gets your heart rate up. The first few times I completed it, I was surprised how sore I was the next day--I couldn't even sit down properly the first time! I have used the DVD less over the past few months, but when I do, I still feel noticeably 'worked out,' especially my glutes, although I have gotten much stronger. This is one of the few exercises where I feel noticeable results focused squarely on my butt, not just my thighs, even compared to jogging on the stairmaster! I have incorporated several of the squat variants into my gym workout by adding more weights. Typically I will do the first section and the bonus butt blast section (5 minutes of glute and ab exercises) together when I want a great lower body workout and some mild cardio without going to the gym.

I do not like the step section as much, however, it is a good thigh workout and cardio. As other reviewers have pointed out, at times the pacing, camera angles and voice-overs are not conducive to following along. This was also a slight problem with other parts of the tape, but it is more problematic during the fast paced step workout.

Whether you find Kim's personality charming or grating is really a matter of personal taste. She comes across as ditzy but likable to me, and I actually prefer it to many other fitness tapes where the instructors are overly perky or aggressive. Her trainer is more no-nonsense but still likable. As a curvy but fit woman, it is also nice to see a body type that is not typically represented as strong and fit (even though many women are athletic AND have that body type, as I do) on a workout tape. I also like the generally low key music and set, however the camera work is sometimes too 'low key' and not fast and workout oriented enough.

Fitness results: after adding this DVD into my workout routine at least twice a week through April and again through June, I thought my butt looked and felt significantly firmer and rounder. The back of my thighs also look more cut and I can do more squats during a squat test. Also, a boyfriend commented on how firm my butt is--maybe TMI but if you're considering buying the tape it might be useful information! ;)

I almost never write reviews, but had to pipe up for this one. I actually found it strangely soothing and pleasant even as I broke a sweat. If there's one video I *will* be able to make myself do after a stressful day, this is it. It was fun and light (i.e. no 'drill sergent' or 'punishment' vibe) and yet I still got a workout in. I'd say this is like the "French women don't get fat" of workout DVDs; meaning: it might not be the most intense, and it might seem too simple at first, but it's based on actually enjoying what you're doing and feeling good about your body -- so I feel like I'm more likely to stick with it. Personally, I find positive motivation works best for me. Kim has a great body, but she looks like a real woman and clearly exercises like a real woman (i.e. not perfectly).

For background: I have never watched the Kardashians or followed them. I bought the DVD after reading reviews and wanting to try something different (that and there are few 'butt' specific dvds). I am a professional career woman trying to tone up a little more after realizing that although I am a healthy weight and a runner, nonetheless my thirties were not being kind. As someone who has few curves to begin with, I am hoping Kim's 'pro-curves' workouts keep or improve what I do have. I will update later.

I particularly like that the video wasn't 'over-stimulating' in terms of visuals and music. I actually learned a lot of improved technique because you're only watching two people interact against a fairly neutral backdrop and the trainer is correcting Kim's mistakes. The zoom in on things like Kim's lower back position was also clearer than anything I had seen in another video (I almost wonder if her curves didn't help illustrate/exaggerate when she got it right or wrong -- i.e. you can really see when she tucks her tailbone or pulls in her belly). The moves were simple, but if, like me, you're not a natural at aerobic combos, you might enjoy it. Other videos have a lot of people, a lot of complicated movement, harsh lighting and sort of 'loud' scenery and that can be just 'too much' for me. I *loved* the 'Parisian apartment' set just because it put me a relaxed mental state. It kind of reminded me of doing yoga -- i.e. things are pretty and relaxing and relatively non-confrontational, but unlike some yoga videos there didn't seem a 'perfectionist' or 'too serious' attitude. Kim's outfits were a little different, but between that and the make-up, I kind of felt like I was flipping through vogue while getting my pedicure -- it was visually interesting and I'd rather be thinking about whether I like her eyeliner than how I hate sweating so much.

Some people complain about Kim and yes she has a few vacuous ("I must not mess up my lipstick by closing my mouth!") facial expressions and unimpressive comments, but I actually felt, to my own intense surprise, like she was a fun friend who was suffering right alongside me through the workout. She comes across as nice and real. I felt like time really flew by. Also, the 'bonus' workout seems PERFECT for someone like me who travels a lot and needs a few very very simple moves.

If you're already big into workout DVDs or are good at doing triple grapevines in aerobics or you like 'in your face' and 'no-pain, no-gain' coaching styles, this might not be for you. But, if, like me, you need something 'different' than the usual style, you might enjoy this.

Personally I find this workout series is refreshing. First, the workout really works your lower body (there are lots of different lunges), but there is no "dread" factor for me because 1) the workout is divided into three parts, and you can choose to do as much as you have time for and 2) Jennifer Galardi sets a slow, steady pace with lots of variety so that it never gets boring.

The set is lovely to look at: instead of the same bland set that has been appearing of late in other exercise DVDs, the decor here is very chic (like a French designer's studio). This may seem unimportant for an exercise DVD, but if you are going to spend an hour a day looking at the same set, it helps if it is nice to look at! Ditto for Kim's costumes; I think they are glam and fun.

The ladies have a great "big sister/little sister" type rapport, full of humour and encouragement. Kim may not be the athlete that Jennifer is but she shows the beginner's variations, works hard and comes across as very sweet. When I find myself wanting to falter, I tell myself that if Kim can do it, I can do it.

I LOOOVEEE this DVD.

To be honest, I'm hardcore into working out so I more than likely would not have bought this DVD because I thought it was going to be a frilly, not too hard workout. However, I had points on my credit card that needed to be redeemed so I thought, why not. I am SO glad I did!! This workout is a real burn and is amazing!!!

I HIHGLY recommend this DVD!!! My legs were like jello when I was done!!! Plus is was upbeat and fun to watch while working out!

I am a big fan of Kim, so when she lanced those dvds I knew that I could not resist of giving it a try, so I bought them!

I am a pretty thin figure and not a big fan of exercising but with the summer coming up I thought that I should toned and sculpt my lower body ( and maybe get those very sexy curves like Kim)!

This workout kicked my ... it is very hard!! Very intense! And I can feel the burn... but I loved it! I think that the workout time is perfect, not to long, not to short and the exercises are fun! Kim is cute as usual and motivates you when you are about to give up like I did after the first 5 minutes, lol!

You need to buy a step! I got mine at Walmart for $30 and it is perfect! The work out with the step are the hardest ones, but so much fun, you will love it! Also, you have to have a good pair of tennis shoes!

This DVD, surprisingly is very interactive and fun. My girl friend is a big Kim Kardashian fan, so I bought her this DVD. It's really a great workout, challenging and very involving. She loves it, and the trainers in the DVD actually give you tips, to have the right form when you work out. Good purchase, definitely recommended it.

I purchased this dvd knowing that I needed a step to push the moves to an "advanced" level. Well, I got a stairmaster from a resale shop for 3 bucks and began the workout. After the warmout and workout 2, I still was not tired and wanted more! Workout two was not as difficult as I thought it would be. If you have ever taken a step class before, most of the moves performed were quite basic. This dvd is definately not for intermediate and above. This is a great dvd for beginners that want a fu, upbeat workout only!!!!