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Lauren Brooks Kettlebell DVD – Review and Giveaway

10 July 2010 10 Comments

In honor of the new Mamavation Campaign, I decided to giveaway one of my favorite DVDs. When I first became interested in Kettlebells, I found Lauren Brooks and really liked the clear instruction that she provides for beginners. Here is my original review from last year:

This DVD is fun and super effective. It contains instructions, a warm-up, a short 12-minute workout, and a longer 40-minute workout. As a Kettlebell novice, I loved the introduction and demonstration segments. Lauren reviews the moves methodically so you can follow along and learn proper form. She also reviews recommended starting weights depending on your level of strength.

After practicing my form and reviewing all of the instructions, I decided to give the 40-minute workout a try. I rotated between a 10 pound or 15 pound bell depending on how challenging the exercise was for my personal strength. It was an excellent workout. In between high-intensity segments there are 60 second rest periods. You can use this time to either relax and get some water or do some light cardio like jumping jacks or running in place. By the middle of the workout, you’ll appreciate the rests!

In reviews I have read, some have complained about Lauren’s personality. She’s very matter-of-fact, but I prefer this approach versus some of those instructors who sound like “woo-hoo” cheerleaders.

I am thrilled to now have some Kettlebell experience and plan on making these workouts a part of my weekly routine. Thanks to Lauren for a great introduction to this fun and interesting strength/cardio combination.

GIVEAWAY

Now for the extra fun part is that you can win a copy of this DVD. Here’s what you need to do to enter. Do one or more of the following and leave a comment that you have done so. Leave one comment per action so you have an extra chance to win.

- Sign up for my free fitness coaching

- Blog about this giveaway and link back here

- Tweet about this giveaway and link back here

- Become a blog follower

- Follow me on Twitter

- Join the Facebook Fan Page

This contest will end on 7/31.

Have a fit, happy and healthy day ahead!

For more info on the Mamavation Campaing, and the two year Twitter Party. Go to Mamavation.com

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10 Comments »

  • Heidi said:

    This is awesome Jen! You rock! I just tweeted it and became a facebook fan.

    Keep up all the awesome motivation you do.

  • Carrie Symes said:

    I follow you with GFC

  • Carrie Symes said:

    Like you on Facebook

  • Jenn said:

    Thanks for stopping by everyone. Tell your friends too.

  • Alysa Bajenaru, RD, CPT said:

    Thanks for the giveaway, I would love to try this out! I “liked” you on Facebook :)

  • Caryn said:

    I’m a fan on facebook!

  • MaryAnne said:

    Fanned you on FB! Thanks for the chance to win. Looking forward to learning from your posts.

  • Caroline said:

    I enjoy following on Twitter! I’ve yet to purchase kettle bells but hope to do so in the near future :)

  • Christa Moore said:

    I just joined your Facebook page. Looks cool. Can’t wait to read more.

  • Becca said:

    I am following you on facebook!

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