Fit and Fabulous in 15 Minutes
by Barbara Smalley, Teresa Tapp
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Book Reviews of Fit and Fabulous in 15 Minutes
Book Review: Feeling Good From the Inside Out!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I'll have to admit, with a title like "Fit and Fabulous in 15 Mintues" I was a little more than skeptical. I came across Teresa Tapp and her exercise on her website. I read all I could, viewed her "Try before you buy" POP vids and printed all the exercises that were featured in different publications. I was intrigued. The clincher was when I came to Amazon and was able to read the entire first chapter of the book! Not only that, Amazon offered a less expensive price of the book!
Teresa told me things about my body and exercise that I had never heard before. It totally made sense. I ordered the book and not only does she explain the reasoning behind every exercise...she painstakingly illustrates each one; step by half step by full step.. It's incredible. You absolutely can not miss the details!
The exercises aren't easy at first, but you feel it on the inside after the first workout! I like the fact that you can do them anywhere.
I was totally bowled over by the testimonials and before/after pics, wow! I, myself, in 6 weeks lost atleast 2 inches off my mid section and I was only doing 1-2 sets of 3 or 4 of the exercises once or twice a day!(very sporadically). Just practicing and trying to get the form down. After the first week or so, my clothes fit differently.
Being that I don't buy videos, dvds or watch television, the book is really helping me to put together a full body workout that works just for me! I liked this book so much I came back to Amazon and ordered it for my little sister!
If you are looking for an exercise that isn't demanding and not only sculpts your muscles but also offers cardio at the same time, T-Tapp is for you!
Book Review: Excellent!
Summary: 5 Stars
I picked this up on a suggestion from another website of T-Tappers. There is a DVD included which takes only minutes a day and really, truly does take inches off. I have built muscles I never knew I even had and I feel better and look better even after just a couple of weeks. The book features Teresa's story and a bit about her background and education. the stories are very genuine and also very motivating. These are very much 'real people' with weight and health problems overcoming their personal challenges and getting into better physical shape than many of them have ever been in.
Read the instructions on the Basic T'Tapp Stance, then Hoe Downs (in the book). The bonus DVD includes "Hoe Downs' and OIP (Organs in Place). You would start with OIP then move to Hoe Downs in a 15 minute workout session. The hardest part of any of the T-Tapp excercises is mastering the proper form.
I am not a person who buys workout books. This is the first such book I have bought in ten years and it is by far the most interesting and easy to get into workout. It's almost like meditation or yoga. You really have to think about the movements you are doing and watching your form. I highly recommend this program for people who are out of shape and over weight and need to develop confidence, endurance, strength and flexibility. It's something you do in your home and in your spare time that requires absolutely nothing else. No weights, no bands, no special equipment, nothing but you and the book/DVD and more important, you will see results within one week.
Book Review: Worth taking your time!
Summary: 5 Stars
It is important to take your time with this book. And it's worth it! Everyday, I took 15 minutes to learn and practice one exercise. At first I thought it wouldn't get me anywhere, but, boy, was I wrong. Even doing one exercise a day, and doing it well, made a huge difference that I-- and my husband -- noticed right away. Just learning the KLT stance, which took no time at all, made a big difference. My waist hadn't been this size since I was 16 -- that was more than 25 years ago! After two months of practicing, I now can do all of her exercises in the basic 15 minute program. And I do them not because I have to, but because I WANT to. With bad knees and a sore back due to scoliosis, I found that T-Tapp not only relieves the discomfort but adds strength to the problem spots -- something that swimming laps for 6 years never really did. Now I can even run, which I haven't been able to due in at least 10 years. T-Tapp is not hard to learn, but you won't be able to open the book and just start exercising while following the directions. Take your time with the exercises and learn something new about how your body works. Teresa Tapp explains exactly what you should do and how it should feel. I'm so grateful for her method. Also be sure to visit her website at T-Tapp.com for more information about T-Tapping and free videos of more of her exercises. There is a coupon in the back of the book that gives you 30% off all your future purchases at her site. I never met Teresa, but if I could, I would have only two words for her: Thank you!Book Review: Give it time, and emphasize your form!
Summary: 5 Stars
Oh.My.God.
I've worked out for years, but this is quite a comprehensive workout. I was fortunate enough to be traveling to a city where two of the T-Tapp trainers hosted a seminar, and I've got to say, that made a world of difference for my confidence in getting through the workout.
What's included on the DVD:
- Organs in Place / Half-Frogs / Organs in Place
- Hoe Downs
- Advanced Hoe Downs
While these demos certainly help, don't buy this expecting to get a full DVD version of the Basic Workout Plus or Total Workout. DO look in the back of the book for the 30% off coupon, and FAX it to the T-Tapp office ASAP (fax number is on their site). Once they've emailed you to verify your voucher, you can purchase the DVDs with the full workouts. I'd recommend at *least* buying the Total Workout, but if you're feeling decadent, try the Total System. Who knew that body brushing could feel SO good?
One downside for the DVDs -- expect them to take at least a week to arrive from the T-Tapp office, especially if you life in the West. Other than that, I've got my new favorite workout, and I usually *hate* workout videos (more of a gym-rat girl).
One month in...I've got more energy, and my husband tells me how hot I'm looking. Loving it.
Book Review: The book is great, but ONLY with the DVDs.
Summary: 4 Stars
I give the workout FIVE stars, but can only give the book FOUR because in my opinion, it is nearly impossible to learn the workout from the book alone, I absolutely required the DVDs. I bought this book months ago, and had a very difficult time using it, even with the clips from T Tapp's website. I could not get the moves, and had a hard time doing the whole workout because even with the pictures, it's a complicated workout and hard to understand (at least for me). Then, a few weeks ago, I finally bought the Basic Plus workout DVD, and started using the book for form tips. Now that I've learned the workout, I love the book because it really explains proper form, common mistakes in form, and fine tuning tips. This workout is the hardest I have ever done, and I have dance experience, but it is well worth learning and sticking with. I feel great, and my body is looking better every day. However, I have actually GAINED weight as I am losing inches. So do take Theresa's advice and stay away from the scale. The tape measure truly is the best way to track your progress with this workout. The best part is how wonderful you will feel, my energy levels are through the roof and I'm sleeping better than ever. I highly recommend this workout.