With the start of a new year, resolutions and goals can be read on just about any blog or website. It’s a fresh start, a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew. With being a part of the Lean 11, I’m especially trying to get back into an exercise routine. I will say that I’m not especially fond of DVD workouts, but I do like to incorporate them into my workouts every so often, just to give variety. Lindsay Brin has an exciting workout system from Moms Into Fitness, the 60 Day SlimDown System. I actually am so impressed with Lindsay Brin’s workout system, one reason being her transparency on her own blog. She actually shows her own results through pics and blog posts. It’s not easy being a mom, trying to get that workout in, especially having a newborn in the home. Even though I don’t have a newborn right now, I can still attest to that fact, as I understand the time constraints. Lindsay gives us the tools we need, though, to succeed, even when life’s demands take up so much of our time.

The 60 Day SlimDown System includes 4 DVDs and a downloadable SlimDown Packet. The following is a brief look at each of the DVDs:

• Core Metabolic Jumpstart- In this DVD, Lindsay and two other workout partners take us through a 23 minute workout meant to boost metabolism and fire up the inner core. In the beginning, Lindsay explains the inner core, muscles, and how fat affects muscles. She explains why it’s important to get that heart rate up, to really work your body out. She focuses on several different exercises, each for 1 minute. All you need for this workout is a ball (even a simple children’s ball) or maybe a set of weights. You can focus on Lindsay or either of her workout partners on the DVD, thereby choosing the beginner, intermediate, or advanced workout. Lindsay says that “variety is the spice of life.” In regards to working different muscle areas in different zones, this is so true.
• Core Firing Sequence Method- Ok, I did not know that working abs every day could actually result in a bigger waistline; yikes! That’s just one thing I’ve learned through this system. This workout actually helps you to work your abs from the inside out. This workout is focused on toning. There are 3 different phases, and you’ll focus on each one for 3 weeks apiece; each workout is only 7-8 minutes. You might think that toning will not be that great of a workout, but these workouts are not just a cakewalk. They really do work that inner core, helping you to shape up. This workout is designed to help you get that flat tummy back.
• Shed 5 Fast- I’ve actually reviewed the Shed 5 Fast DVD before. Lindsay has 2 exercise routines set up, and she guarantees that you’ll lose 5 pounds or more in just the first 3 weeks of use.  She recommends using the DVD 3 times a week. The workouts are timed at 30 minutes. You start with a 3 minute warm-up, and then you have 3/3 intervals for 24 minutes. You do 3 minutes of toning (with weights) and 3 minutes of kickboxing, alternating for 24 minutes. You can follow the beginner, intermediate, or advanced workout partner. There is a lot of kicking and punching with the kickboxing….you really work the legs and arms, as well as your core.  With toning, you’re working all sides of your body, from your belly to your obliques to your glutes.
• Lindsay Brin’s Post Natal Boot Camp- This DVD has so many options, whether you’re strapped for time and need a short but sweet workout….or whether you’ve got time and would prefer the longer workout. There are six different core workouts. Lindsay actually incorporates interval training into these workouts. Workouts might include toning, kickboxing, cardio workouts, pilates, etc. There are Quickstart workouts to choose from, 18-38 minutes each. There is also a 12 week program you can follow. You might even choose to create your own workout. There’s always the option to follow the beginner, intermediate, or advanced workout partner.
• With the downloadable Slimdown Packet, you’ll receive a 60 day meal plan (meals you can prep for your family, meals that are down to earth foods), a 60 day calendar, progress tracker, etc. The workout calendar is the best part, to me personally, because it maps out exactly what I should do for each phase. It’s one thing I don’t have to think about; I just have to do it.

What are my thoughts on Lindsay Brin’s 60 Day SlimDown System? There is something for everyone, busy or not, new mom or not, in shape or not. I love that I can start out beginner but end up advanced, once my body gets more into shape. Lindsay is encouraging throughout the videos, and she’s a bit easier to follow than other DVDs I’ve tried. Half the reason I haven’t liked DVD workouts is because it’s so hard to keep up. Lindsay actually explains what to do and shows you what to do. That makes it easier for a non-coordinated mama like me.:) I also like the fact that I can choose how much time I want to spend working out; if it’s just a crazy day where I have to run the kids here and there or maybe I have a meeting or tons of business things come up, I can still get a short workout in and know that it’s worth the time, even for just 10 minutes.

You can purchase the 60 Day SlimDown System for $49.99 from Moms Into Fitness. Right now Lindsay is also offering MamaBuzz readers a 30% discount on this 4-DVD set, using the coupon code: 60daydvd30, which expires on January 31.

Great news! We are giving away the 60 Day SlimDown System to one very fortunate MamaBuzz reader! You can enter to win by doing one or more of the following; just be sure to leave a separate comment for each way that you enter. I’ll draw the winner, via random.org, on Tuesday, February 1. Good luck, and have a wonderful day!

1. Visit Moms Into Fitness, and let me know which video you would most like to work out with.
2. Subscribe to Lindsay Brin’s Blog.
3. Like Lindsay Brin & Moms Into Fitness on Facebook.
4. Follow @lindsaybrin on Twitter.
5. Tweet about this giveaway; you can tweet once daily to earn extra entries.
6. Blog about this giveaway, being sure to link back to MamaBuzz.
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(Disclosure: I received the 4-DVD set, free of charge, from Moms Into Fitness, for the purposes of this review.)

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