Postpartum

Jillian Michaels is Our Fitness Hero

We have mad love for Jillian Michaels on this part of the Internet. So getting to meet her in person — and preview her new workout for the Wii, Fitness Ultimatum 2010 — was a dream come true for me.

Shredheads Forever

I first heard of Jillian when she became one of the stars of the huge TV hit, “The Biggest Loser.” Then I started seeing Twitter chatter about Jillian’s 30 Day Shred workout. Convinced by the Twitter buzz and by the “Shredhead” support groups popping up online, I took the 30 Day Shred plunge. And I was converted.

I have never been the DVD-workout type, much preferring to go to a gym. But this workout? Effective and efficient — it’s only 20 minutes long and all you need are the DVD and a pair of light weights (I use a 3 pound version of these weights). I saw improved definition in my arms after two (2!) workouts. My friend, Lindsay, saw results right away as well.

So, lucky me when I got an exclusive look at the new Jillian Michaels Wii workout, Fitness Ultimatum 2010. I was all over that event especially since Jillian WOULD BE THERE demoing the new product. Aayyyeee!

Of course, I harassed Jillian as soon as she arrived, telling her I was a Shreadhead and forcing her to take a photo with me.

I was also able to try out the Wii workout, which was fun (set on a Pacific Island because Jillian loves Lost) and for the next several days I could not walk. That workout targeted my inner things, hamstrings and glutes differently than the 30 Day Shred workout or running has. Once I get my free Wii copy (again, lucky me!) which is released on October 6th, I will be alternating this workout with the 30 Day Shred and running on the treadmill.