How to Choose a Beachbody Fitness Program

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By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

Exercising at home is the best fitness option for many people. There are always infomercials on television trying to sell the next best home fitness program. Beachbody is a company that many options for home workouts.

Step 1

Set fitness goals. When goals have been set, it's easy to choose between a cardio-focused program or a strength-focused program. While most Beachbody workouts offer both cardio and strength benefits, each program is primarily focused on either cardio or strength training.

Step 2

Visit the Beachbody website and choose the program that fits your goals. Power 90 and Power 90X workouts focus on strength training; Slim Series and Yoga Booty Ballet Masters Series focus on toning. Turbo Jam, Hip Hop Abs and the beginning level of Yoga Booty Ballet concentrate on fat-burning cardio. The Slim in 6 strikes the best balance.

Step 3

Choose a challenging program. Many of the Beachbody fitness programs have different levels. It is important to choose the level that will be most challenging. Someone looking for a fitness program after engaging in a sedentary lifestyle should choose a beginning level. Someone who is already active should consider an advanced level to keep their workouts challenging.

Step 4

Connect with an instructor through the infomercials and website. Some people prefer instructors with a particular energy level. Some Beachbody instructors are energetic and aggressive while others are more low-key.

Step 5

Read what others have to say about the programs. Beachbody has a message board with forums for each of its programs. Members on these forums talk about their triumphs and failures from using Beachbody's fitness workouts. It's a place meant for support and encouragement, but it can be used as a source of information in deciding which program is right for you.

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