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Ex-Eastenders star Hannah Waterman is the weight loss story of the year – and now she’s revealing the secrets of her astonishing transformation in her new fitness DVD.
Papped on holiday in a bikini last April looking as Hannah puts it “like the proverbial beached whale” was all the incentive she needed to get herself in shape.
She’s now lost nearly 3 stone in weight and dropped from a size 16 to a slinky size 6. She admits she was so fat “people thought I was pregnant, but it wasn’t a baby it was too many cheese sarnies and glasses of wine!”
So how’s she done it? To find the very best scientific way to lose weight, Hannah went to Loughborough University – the country’s leading centre for sports science – and worked with their weight-loss expert Martin MacDonald.
The DVD focuses on interval training and is divided into short bursts of intense exercise followed by a rest period. According to Martin MacDonald “All the latest scientific studies show it’s the most efficient way to burn fat. In fact it’s 4-5 times better at burning fat than normal aerobic exercise”.
Cardio Blitz involves short (10 second) bursts of intense exercise i.e. skipping, running on the spot) interspersed with ‘active rest periods’ doing moves like squats and lunges.
Box Blitz includes intense intervals of high speed boxing moves (speed-ball, upper-cuts) broken up with slower toning moves like press-ups and sit-ups.
Tone Blitz mixes up short intervals of high energy burpees (like the old school bunny hops) with toning moves using weights (like lunges and sit-ups).
Belly Blitz involves 10 minutes of abdominal exercises followed by a 5 minute stretch and cool down
The DVD also comes with Hannah’s ‘Six Meals a Day Diet’. So as Hannah says “With this DVD you get to exercise less, eat more and still lose weight – can’t be bad!”.
There are no subtitles on this DVD.
Papped on holiday in a bikini last April looking as Hannah puts it “like the proverbial beached whale” was all the incentive she needed to get herself in shape.
She’s now lost nearly 3 stone in weight and dropped from a size 16 to a slinky size 6. She admits she was so fat “people thought I was pregnant, but it wasn’t a baby it was too many cheese sarnies and glasses of wine!”
So how’s she done it? To find the very best scientific way to lose weight, Hannah went to Loughborough University – the country’s leading centre for sports science – and worked with their weight-loss expert Martin MacDonald.
The DVD focuses on interval training and is divided into short bursts of intense exercise followed by a rest period. According to Martin MacDonald “All the latest scientific studies show it’s the most efficient way to burn fat. In fact it’s 4-5 times better at burning fat than normal aerobic exercise”.
Cardio Blitz involves short (10 second) bursts of intense exercise i.e. skipping, running on the spot) interspersed with ‘active rest periods’ doing moves like squats and lunges.
Box Blitz includes intense intervals of high speed boxing moves (speed-ball, upper-cuts) broken up with slower toning moves like press-ups and sit-ups.
Tone Blitz mixes up short intervals of high energy burpees (like the old school bunny hops) with toning moves using weights (like lunges and sit-ups).
Belly Blitz involves 10 minutes of abdominal exercises followed by a 5 minute stretch and cool down
The DVD also comes with Hannah’s ‘Six Meals a Day Diet’. So as Hannah says “With this DVD you get to exercise less, eat more and still lose weight – can’t be bad!”.
There are no subtitles on this DVD.
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489 of 494 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
As someone who has a decent collection of fitness DVD's (Nell McAndrew, Davina, Natalie Cassidy etc) I was keen to try this new one from Hannah Waterman. I am always a little sceptical with new workouts, only because there are so many aspects about them that can be wrong that they can turn into a real waste of money but I am really pleased to say that I didn't find this to be the case with Body Blitz. Most importantly, its really hard work and now I have done it, I am properly shattered!! I really felt it worked my entire body and I know I'll feel it tomorrow, which I always consider to be a good indication that it will be an effective and worthwhile DVD. The focus is on interval training, which I personally enjoy as you can push yourself in bursts and I have found it to be a very successful method of weight loss and fitness improvement in the past.
The DVD is split in to sections, all of which are equally hard so you could do one or all of them and see good results. Each of the three cardio sections are very intense but in a good way and I really liked the way it was well paced and I never felt bored. Each section also has a good mix of moves which work the whole body so I like the fact that if I only have 20 mins to spare I can do one section and still get a really good session.
The workout is run by a fitness chap from Loughborough University (where Hannah got a lot of her advice and guidance), who is very good in that he is genuine and isn't trying to act as a presenter. He has high energy and does a good job of keeping the motivation up without being too much. Hannah obviously works hard and seems very relaxed and "normal" so to speak when she is joining in with advice and chat (I refer here to Coleen Rooney's DVD which drove me mad because watching Coleen was like watching really bad acting). There is another guy there as well, who does the "easier" versions of some of the moves.
I read through the diet section on the DVD which seems very well balanced and achievable. I was also pleased to see that it recommended 1400 calories (rather than the 1200 favoured by some diets like Rosemary Conley), as I think you'd need the extra energy if you do this workout regularly. The only addition I would have liked here was how many calories break down to each meal e.g. how many calories for breakfast, lunch etc so I could add in some of my own meals (being vegetarian it really helps to be able to adapt it a little so its not too restrictive).
Overall I think this really is a great DVD - you have to work hard so the results will come. You'll also improve your fitness as the cardio is intense, but its good fun and in no way "celebrity" focused. Hannah talks a lot about the science behind her weight loss and diet which really add's credit to the whole thing. All round well worth it and a sure-fire way to shift those post Christmas pounds.
The DVD is split in to sections, all of which are equally hard so you could do one or all of them and see good results. Each of the three cardio sections are very intense but in a good way and I really liked the way it was well paced and I never felt bored. Each section also has a good mix of moves which work the whole body so I like the fact that if I only have 20 mins to spare I can do one section and still get a really good session.
The workout is run by a fitness chap from Loughborough University (where Hannah got a lot of her advice and guidance), who is very good in that he is genuine and isn't trying to act as a presenter. He has high energy and does a good job of keeping the motivation up without being too much. Hannah obviously works hard and seems very relaxed and "normal" so to speak when she is joining in with advice and chat (I refer here to Coleen Rooney's DVD which drove me mad because watching Coleen was like watching really bad acting). There is another guy there as well, who does the "easier" versions of some of the moves.
I read through the diet section on the DVD which seems very well balanced and achievable. I was also pleased to see that it recommended 1400 calories (rather than the 1200 favoured by some diets like Rosemary Conley), as I think you'd need the extra energy if you do this workout regularly. The only addition I would have liked here was how many calories break down to each meal e.g. how many calories for breakfast, lunch etc so I could add in some of my own meals (being vegetarian it really helps to be able to adapt it a little so its not too restrictive).
Overall I think this really is a great DVD - you have to work hard so the results will come. You'll also improve your fitness as the cardio is intense, but its good fun and in no way "celebrity" focused. Hannah talks a lot about the science behind her weight loss and diet which really add's credit to the whole thing. All round well worth it and a sure-fire way to shift those post Christmas pounds.
109 of 110 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Started this on the 1st of January (today is the 7th) and I've worked out 4 times. This time I decided to measure myself instead of weighing myself and being disappointed and the results so far are fab.
I've lost 2" of my waist and bust, and a minimum of an inch every where else and 3lbs.
I've a vast collection of fitness dvd's and this one has shown me the best results.
Got to admit I haven't watched the diet section, simply because I already follow a good diet that suits me.
I've enjoyed the workout, it feels quicker than others I've done and it's bearable but you certainly know you've done it.
As we all know there's no quick fix to weight loss, but if your committed to a minimum of 3 times a week, then you'll see results very quickly. Personally I've opted for 5 times a week but I'm not being rigid on this.
The workout is not dominated by Hannah, she chips in but she leaves it to the 2 trainers. They in turn keep you motivated by letting you know what each exercise is doing for you.
All in all, well worth the money and clear and quick results are certainly achievable.
So we're in Feb now, and I've lost a stone, I look 100% different, still got another 17 pounds to go but now I can see the results and I know that this time, I can do it.
I'm still doing the complete workout and I alternate with Jessie Wallace's DVD as I'm working out 6 days a week so I was worried I'd get a bit bored.
Stick with it, it works.
I've lost 2" of my waist and bust, and a minimum of an inch every where else and 3lbs.
I've a vast collection of fitness dvd's and this one has shown me the best results.
Got to admit I haven't watched the diet section, simply because I already follow a good diet that suits me.
I've enjoyed the workout, it feels quicker than others I've done and it's bearable but you certainly know you've done it.
As we all know there's no quick fix to weight loss, but if your committed to a minimum of 3 times a week, then you'll see results very quickly. Personally I've opted for 5 times a week but I'm not being rigid on this.
The workout is not dominated by Hannah, she chips in but she leaves it to the 2 trainers. They in turn keep you motivated by letting you know what each exercise is doing for you.
All in all, well worth the money and clear and quick results are certainly achievable.
So we're in Feb now, and I've lost a stone, I look 100% different, still got another 17 pounds to go but now I can see the results and I know that this time, I can do it.
I'm still doing the complete workout and I alternate with Jessie Wallace's DVD as I'm working out 6 days a week so I was worried I'd get a bit bored.
Stick with it, it works.
30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is a really good fitness dvd and it really does work! I tried doing it with my heart rate monitor on and it burns off over 600 calories, probably more for some people. It's really enjoyable, and some parts are REALLY tough! I think Hannah has a really down to earth approach and is very likeable. Her two trainers are excellent. I've been doing it for a few weeks now and I'm actually starting to lose weight and my tummy feels more toned already. Give it a go!
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Published 1 month ago by Mozzie25
exercise
item was well packaged and promptly sent. item can become a bit monotonous though. Not really my thing. No sparkle
Published 1 month ago by P. Proudfoot
this really works!
I love this DVD it is easy to follow and is broken down into four sections so you can do as as much or as little as you like. It soon gets the heart pumping! Read more
Published 1 month ago by S. Franklin
Excited to lose weight.
Just got this DVD in the post, very quick delivery even though its in the holidays. I'm excited to start it and hopefully lose some weight. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rabia Begum
Excellent
Well worth buying, highly recommended - an enjoyable workout. The two guys who do the workout with Hannah are excellent and encouraging!
Published 1 month ago by A. TOLFREE
Feel the weight drop off!!
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Published 1 month ago by Jaypalf
Good and effective workout!
To start yes hannah is quite annoying and actually doesnt teach you the moves her personal trainers do! however i bought it to lose weight not for the famous celeb. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. S. A. Mozaffari
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