Product Details

• Actors: Gin Miller
• Directors: Gin Miller
• Format: NTSC
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Gin Miller Productions, LLC
• DVD Release Date: November 3, 2008
• Run Time: 49 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B001K3GO60
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,182 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Gin Miller s Calorie Burning Workout with Kettlebells introduces a new dimension in strength with the dynamics of kettlebell training.  The results of this reactive-type of training are a higher caloric burn, enhanced core and joint stability and firmly sculpted muscles.

This program is designed specifically to improve fitness conditioning and add a new variable in resistance training with contemporary modifications to traditional power techniques.   With an emphasis on neutral spine (head, neck, chest and spine in line), a tight stable core, and attention paid to proper joint extension, Gin recommends the use of light to moderate kettlebells for this particular workout.

Novice (new to kettlebell training*) less than or up to 9lbs  
Practiced less than or up to 12 lbs
Expert less than or up to 15 pounds

*Due to the dynamic nature of this workout, exercisers should be pre-conditioned with a strong foundation in resistance exercise and core stability. 

As with any new program or training mode, it is important to view the safety guidelines and watch the workout in its entirety prior to attempting these exercises.   Anyone considering this type of training - including but not limited to pregnant women and especially those with a history of back, hip, spine or any other joint issues - should consult with their health care provider to determine if this program is appropriate for their fitness goals.

Customer Reviews

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic way to firm up arms., March 13, 2009

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Isabella (Indiana) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Gin Miller's Calorie Burner Workout with Kettlebells (DVD)

I have been working out for 30 years but have rarely found exercises that do so much to improve the strength of my arms. Not only do these exercises whip your shoulders and butt into shape but they also do a great job of tackling that horrible chicken fat. I have been doing them for 3 weeks now and already see a big difference. I considered myself in pretty good shape before I started this new exercise but I have not been this toned in a very long time and I've exercised almost daily since I was 19. I have had other tapes by Gin and have always thought she was a good instructor. It is an intermediate level workout, so don't kid yourself that it is easy but if you are serious about getting in shape and don't want to drag out the step then this is a great new way to work out. Just be careful to research the size kettlebell you should get. They suggest beginners should start with nothing heavier than a 6. I think the kettlebell is fun and challenging and I will be sticking with it for a very long time.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great cueing and measured high for calorie burn, January 4, 2010

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This review is from: Gin Miller's Calorie Burner Workout with Kettlebells (DVD)

Let me say before I make my first statement that I wound up having big love for this dvd and now do it often, but, like me, you may have misgivings when you first begin playing the dvd...so I wanted to address that first.

QUALITY: I was worried at first. Not only is she wearing one of those microphones like you'd see someone wearing doing a product demo in a department store (think of the black head mic that the "Sham Wow!" guy wears) that makes you hear even breathing rather than just speech, but it was filmed in a very sterile studio, and either the editing guy was lazy or they were playing tricks on the instructor during production. Here's what I mean: One of the nice things about this dvd is that, in order to ensure proper form, you are able to see the instructor from both front and side view during many shots where form is especially important. On those takes, the side view pops up on half of your screen. Nice, right? But, get this, during the first shot there are two columns in the right corner of the room behind her. Next shot there is one column. Next shot 2 columns and a pink ball. Next shot 2 columns, a pink ball, and something on top of the columns, next shot one column and half of the pink ball...and so on, and so on,...it got to be really funny. I thought at first maybe they shot this over several months and weren't careful with the props but then I realized, since something changed each time it popped up, maybe the editing person did it to mark his place of which side shot went where. I pick up on odd things like that so allow my observation to be your amusement as well. So it's not exactly high tech and there may be some lazy editing on the side shots, but don't let that stop you, this is ONE HECK OF A GREAT WORKOUT!

CALORIE BURN: Let me start by saying I wear a bodybugg to measure my daily caloric expenditure. It has settings to also allow me to measure exactly how many calories I burn during a specific workout, as well as how many calories I burn per minute during that workout, and how much my calorie burn is increased after the workout if it's a strength training workout (which ups your metabolism long after the workout is over.) so I'm able to compare all my dvds. This hit a high calorie burn early in the workout and offered a high calorie burn in comparison to most of my other fitness dvds, as well as a metabolism boost afterwards due to deep strength training mixed with the cardio in this dvd. I was impressed and I forgot all about the crazy moving props in the background rather quickly.

INSTRUCTION: She has great energy and excellent cueing so you'll be able to easily follow along. She discusses not just how to do each move, but how to do each move safely. It kept my attention span very well and never tripped me up.

EQUIPMENT: One kettlebell. Although there is always discussion about weight, I think the easiest guage is to think of what weight of handweight you use. If you use 2 5-lb handweights in other workouts, then you should be able to handle a 10-lb. kettlebell. Personally, I use a 6-7 lb handweight in each hand during other workouts and I'm comfortable with my 12-lb kettlebell. Although I did grunt a couple times, no lie. You are pushed. If you feel too pushed, do less reps or use a lighter weight. It's simple to make it "your own".

MUSCLES WORKED: This is what I loved about this workout and why it's one my friends keep borrowing from my fitness dvd library as well. She does moves that work your muscles down deep from your ears to your toenails. Okay, so you have no muscles there...I still think she reaches 'em. This is a solid workout that didn't drain me, but that I felt literally ALL over the next day...chest, abs, buns, arms, thighs...she found muscles to firm up in places I didn't know I had muscles. And that's why I bought the kettlebell, afterall. It provides a deeper and better workout then simply handweights alone. Her twists work your obliques for a great ab workout and this kept my heart rate up at a great pace for a cardio burn combined with strength training. It is, bottom line, effective.

LEVEL: Although a beginner could do this with a light kettlebell because it's easy to follow, even a body builder would get great toning with simply advancing their kettlebell weight as they progress. It's a full body workout.

MUSIC: Good music paced to the moves. Kept me motivated. The usual.

BOTTOM LINE: I have a very large library of fitness dvds and I only have 2 favorites for my kettlebell workouts. This is one. Ignore the black head mic that makes you hear everything and the crazy set with props that move, and you'll realize your calorie burn is through the roof along with the toning, yet you will follow along easily and get fast results because of good moves, energy, and instruction

41 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Don't Buy This!!!, September 13, 2009

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Megan M. Powers (Port Angeles WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gin Miller's Calorie Burner Workout with Kettlebells (DVD)

I own several kettlebell dvd's and I wanted to add this one to my collection. I am going to return the product though since I was so disappointed in its quality.

For starters, Gin does not demonstrate proper kettlebell form. You could injure your back on her version of swings, and the way she does her snatches makes absolutely no sense.

I would recommend buying from Iron Core with Sara Laurie or Kettlebell Goddess with Andrea Du Kane. Both of these dvd's give you a true kettlebell workout, demonstrate proper form and are significantly harder.