So, seven weeks ago, I embarked on a potentially life-changing journey. A journey that thousands of woman across the world have begun and few that have finished. Whoops, that's a lie. Many woman have finished the journey on which I am currently on. Body Boss is the newest internet sensation sweeping the globe and I've decided to give a try. After seven weeks of hard work, determination and not to mention more than a little griping, I've come to several conclusions.
In my week 1 review of Body Boss, I complimented the creators for putting together such a comprehensive and easy to follow program. I would have to say that this accolade remains the same, if not even greater than before. Every week, the exercises get just a little harder, pushing my reluctant body a bit further from its comfort zone. Body Boss creators, I thank you for putting together such a fun and easy program, it keeps nit-wits with fruit-fly attention span entertained i.e. me.
Since starting 7 weeks ago, the circuits have definitely increased in difficulty. In the beginning, I had to do 2 circuits of 7 exercises, now I have to do 3 circuits of 7 exercises. Not that much change, you say? Tell that to my screaming muscles and my burning lungs. But don't get me wrong, it's fun every time I do it. To say that I'm a bit weird in that I like "feeling the burn" is a gross understatement. It makes me feel alive!
And as for the touted 24 minutes exercise times? (Insert hysterical laughter here) It's not exactly so much possible as it is a marketing ploy. I've come to a point where I'm okay with that. On average, it takes me about 40 minutes to complete a workout and, let me tell you, it's 40 hard-earned minutes. So if you're attracted to Body Boss for their "24 minute workouts" I would politely pass as it's all marketing.
So what about the actual difficulty of the program, you might ask? Though this program may not have the intensity of Insanity or Cross-Fit, it does have a certain level of difficulty that is not meant for the faint of heart. I have been active all throughout my life and there are mornings when I wake up with sore muscles that I didn't even know I had. As an Exercise Physiology BS Graduate, I know what I'm talking about there!
On that note, let's look at the actual results. After 4 weeks of the pre-training and 3 of the actual program, I'm pleased to say I've had some stellar results! Always a somewhat curvy girl to begin with, I've noticed that my body has started tightening, toning and slimming in areas I didn't even know I needed it. But even more exciting were the measurements.
In 7 weeks, I've lost 2 1/2 inches around my waist, 1 1/2 inches on my booty, 1/4 inch around my biceps, and 3/4 inch around my thighs. And I'm only halfway through!
Ladies, if you're up for a legitimate challenge to see just what you're made of, consider Body Boss. If you want to elevate, not only your body, but your mind and spirit to a higher playing field, consider Body Boss. Don't be afraid of what challenges you because it was what challenges us that makes us better. Be better.
