https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:49:51 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2569413 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 08:35:43 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 2569413@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: haha I guess I figured the workouts would get harder. I just meant intensity of soreness. Up until yesterday I was nearly in tears when my kids would sit in my lap. Glad to know it won't be quite as bad the entire time. I thought I was dying! lol </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2569411 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 08:29:19 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2569411@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Sunshine: haha omg Yes! I found that even though I had been working out consistently prior to trying her program, it was just a different type of workout. I realized that to get over the soreness I really just have to keep working through it- keep up with the program. And don't forget the rehab/stretching/foam rolling at the end of a workout and once a week! It makes a difference for soreness for sure.<br /> The soreness gets a little better as your muscles adapt to those types of movements, but the workouts don't get less intense. Actually, as you go on, they get harder. She will increase reps (in the actual program, she will start with 10 burpees in a circuit, by week 6, she ups it to 15, for example). But you do begin to get used to it and you may get a little sore but not like that first week or two sore :) hang in there!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2569389 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 07:55:34 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 2569389@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: not trying to thread jack but I'm trying her free week (and plan on continuing with her free 4 week summer series) and I am still SO sore from leg day on Monday. Did you experience this? I usually work out about 5 days a week (but definitely not as hard as her workouts are) so I thought I'd get over this more quickly! I even switched arm and ab day to give my legs a bit more rest. Did it get a bit less intense? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555235 Tue, 24 May 2016 08:15:26 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2555235@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@akcoffeebean: @Eko: no problem, ask away!<br /> Yes, the focus on strength is what gets me too. I already notice muscle definition in my arms, legs, calves, and even midsection. I feel stronger and even though I haven't lost substantial amount of weight, it doesn't even matter because I can see the progress with my pictures and that's because of muscle mass!<br /> So I do my BBG slightly differently. When I first started, I usually couldn't make it through each circuit in only 7 minutes, so I would just do the four circuits in however long it took me. Now that I'm on my second round, I can do two circuits in seven minutes typically, so I just use the stopwatch on my phone or watch. I go through each circuit as many times as possible in 7 minutes, then when 7 minutes is up, I move into the next circuit.<br /> @eko: I'm pretty strict with the program. Although I don't follow her diet. I do the three resistance a week, and add in at least two more workouts a week of either HIIT or LISS (which is usually just speed walking, fitness yoga, casual biking, sometimes jogging). But I always do her three resistance workouts each week.<br /> Sometimes I do them at home! Depends on my mood. It's nice to be able to not have to go to the gym every day if I'm short on time.<br /> Since I do have a gym membership though, I ise the weights at the gym. I personally like kettlebells and use a 15 lb kettlebell for a lot of the weight stuff (like squat and press, weighted Jack knifes, lunges, and step ups).<br /> I truly believe you can get very fit with body weight alone though! I know a lot of people who modify the workouts so they can just do them at home and it still works. </p> <p>@LulaBee: @birdofafeather: thank you ladies 😘 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555217 Tue, 24 May 2016 08:05:35 +0000 snowjewelz 2555217@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have the PDFs too; printed them out but never started. I follow her on IG and I seriously see some amazing results! One day... I will start. One day!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555195 Tue, 24 May 2016 07:45:11 +0000 Eko 2555195@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: also awesome job on the progress! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555194 Tue, 24 May 2016 07:44:50 +0000 Eko 2555194@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: Sorry I am about to bombard you with questions.... How strict are you with the program? How many days are you at the gym? What kind of weights do you usually use? Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555180 Tue, 24 May 2016 07:17:46 +0000 LulaBee 2555180@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: That is amazing progress!</p> <p>I've got the 21 day fix workouts and think if I did them consistently would provide good results. I also really enjoy Fitness Blender- which you can get for free on Youtube. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555140 Tue, 24 May 2016 04:49:51 +0000 madger 2555140@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm two weeks into it! Someone sent me the pdfs, so that's what I've been using. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555120 Mon, 23 May 2016 23:20:32 +0000 birdofafeather 2555120@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: damn girl!!! Way to go!! </p> <p>Sorry OP, no idea what BBG is! 🙈 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555108 Mon, 23 May 2016 22:39:05 +0000 akcoffeebean 2555108@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: thank you for the feedback! And congratulations on all your hard work! It's great to hear it's empowering, the focus on being strong is really appealing to me.<br /> I didn't realize that the workouts aren't saved on the app. That's annoying. How do you time your workout? Stopwatch? Sorry for the dumb questions, I've been a treadmill and rowing machine user until now. Your pics are super inspiring! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555095 Mon, 23 May 2016 22:09:46 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2555095@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Sunshine: yeah I think if you ge the pdf it's more economical. With the app, from what I've heard, you don't get to keep the weeks you've paid for. So once you complete the 12 weeks, you've spent $60 and don't get to keep the guide. If you just spend the $60 upfront, you get the pdf. </p> <p>thanks!! the bra is a bralette from aerie - affordable, so cute, and comfortable! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555093 Mon, 23 May 2016 22:01:07 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 2555093@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've been wondering the same thing. I want to join SO BADLY but I don't want it to be a waste....</p> <p>@Mrs. Pen: ahh, amazing job! Also, LOVE that bra! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555091 Mon, 23 May 2016 21:59:09 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2555091@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Reese: oh thank you so much!!! I feel so fantastic. First time since having a kid I'm wearing a two-piece bathing suit. I have never stuck with a workout program this long before and I feel like I'm in it for the long-haul :) It's been very empowering. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555089 Mon, 23 May 2016 21:58:03 +0000 Reese 2555089@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pen: I had no idea what BBG was until opening this thread but wanted to say GREAT JOB, you look fantastic!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2555082 Mon, 23 May 2016 21:50:07 +0000 Mrs. Pen 2555082@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I LOVE BBG. like I could sing it's praises for days.<br /> I will say, I haven't used the app, though some of my friends have and really like it.<br /> I have the PDF, and it's cheaper overall, and I still can save it to my phone (I saved to my kindle app) and use it during my workouts.<br /> I personally do typically go to the gym to do the workouts, but you can do it with minimal equipment. I have a lot of friends who do bbg as well and several of them workout at home. You said you have a bench and some handweights? That's perfect! I think that's a perfect way to start, and if you like it, you can always add more equipment (like a medicine ball).<br /> The workouts are quick, intense, and effective. I really really love bbg. And Kayla. </p> <p>Here is my 21 week progress photo using BBG and eating well :) </p> [attach=1597/16/o7nuks.600x600.image.jpeg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2554905 Mon, 23 May 2016 17:21:07 +0000 Eko 2554905@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think there are better programs for less money like beachbody. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2554903 Mon, 23 May 2016 17:20:02 +0000 Eko 2554903@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I never did it myself but very heavily read into the program and you need a lot of equipment to do the whole program. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2554893 Mon, 23 May 2016 16:45:20 +0000 akcoffeebean 2554893@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Eko: oh what equipment? I have a low bench and some hand weights. Is more needed later?<br /> That could be a deal breaker. I need to be able to work out at home during nap time! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2554888 Mon, 23 May 2016 16:40:18 +0000 Eko 2554888@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I only tried the one week trial. The thing I don't like about it is that you almost need to be at the gym to do the workouts, unless you have the equipment at home. I need a more flexible plan for my life. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/bbg-yay-or-nay#post-2554887 Mon, 23 May 2016 16:35:23 +0000 akcoffeebean 2554887@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm using the BBG app (1week free trial) and like it. I like the workouts and interface plus it's mostly body weight work. </p> <p>It's $20 a month for a subscription to the app. This seems like a lot to me. </p> <p>Has anyone used BBG and thought the $$ worth it? Done something similar and less pricey?</p> <p>I lost a ton of strength while pregnant and am looking to add strength. I'm not looking to lose weight but am hoping to increase muscle mass and hopefully decrease body fat. Am eating clean (except for beer 1-2x a week) and have increased protein now that I'm not meat averse like I was while pregnant. </p> <p>Thanks for any advice, program suggestions or reviews! </p>