


There is a ton of floor work (yay, abs!) in “Job 1,” so you’ll definitely want a thick, soft exercise mat like this one. (You don’t need sliders for “Job 1,” but it may be useful to buy that bundle if you ever want to do “ 80 Day Obsession” or “ 6 Weeks of The Work.”) Note that the newfangled big cloth resistance loops - like those used for “ 645” - will NOT work for “Job 1” because there are several moves where you need to grasp and pull them, and the thick cloth ones are difficult to use in that manner. You will need light, medium, and heavy resistance loops for “Job 1” - just the standard rubber kind like those that are sold bundled with sliders here. For the heavier leg lifts, I used my MX55 adjustable dumbbells (set to 15-20 pounds for the most part), though as I explain in that linked review, I far prefer regular weights to adjustable ones. You’ll need light, medium, and heavy dumbbells for “Job 1.” (Note: Some links here are affiliates that provide a small commission upon purchase at no extra cost to you.) I was able to do most of the moves in the program with my trusty 10 pound vinyl-covered weights, but really wished I had 5-pounders for some of the more difficult arm moves. A review of “Job 1” on Beachbody with Jennifer Jacobs. I do have a history of knee problems from my college days as a high jumper, so I will be discussing in this review about tips to stay injury-free if you choose “Job 1.” That said, please use wise judgement before starting any new workout program, proceed at your own risk, and consult a doctor if you’re not sure whether it will be safe for your body. For reference, I’m 40 years old, have two young kids, and am at a High-Intermediate fitness level. My passion and joy is to can help readers like you find the best program to match your individual fitness goals!īy day I am an English teacher and writer, so doing home workouts is my stress release sanity. I actually DO every single one of the workout videos in every program I review (taking copious notes along the way), and I pay out of pocket to get early access to these programs so I can review them in time for their release to the general public. No, I am NOT a “Beachbody Coach,” meaning I have NO financial stake in whether or not you do this program, nor any others, beyond the fact that I like to help inspire and support people to exercise happily. Why Trust This “Job 1” Review?Īs explained in my dozen other Beachbody reviews, I am not in any way affiliated with, nor compensated by the Beachbody company - meaning I am able to be incredibly HONEST in these write-ups. Read on for my warning about why this program may NOT be ideal for Beginners. Supposedly “Job 1” is for “ All Levels” - meaning Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced - but I beg to differ about that assessment.

This technically makes “Job 1” Beachbody’s first cycling program, but because there are only 4 spinning videos and they are optional, it’s really only dabbling in that realm. In a new twist, Beachbody “Job 1” gives you the choice in the cardio days to either do the bodyweight “HIIT It” and “20 Minute Sweat Session” videos, or to swap in the cycling workouts included in the program, should you happen to have a MYX spinning bike or other such apparatus. (Note that this general BOD library release date was pushed back from May.) A Beachbody Cycling Option?! The release date for “Job 1” was December, 2021 for Coach and VIP access, and Jfor Beachbody on Demand member library. The “Supertrainer” behind this workout program is former Peloton instructor Jennifer Jacobs who is 37 years old (as of the filming), has two young kids, and is fluent in French.
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“Job 1” gets its name because the idea is to make your health priority #1 for a full month. “Job 1” alternates days between strength training (weights and resistance loops) and cardio workouts. It includes an extra 5 bonus “Overtime” workouts that target specific areas and can be combined with the regular program to make an “Overtime Calendar” of 40 minutes a day. “Job 1” is a full-body strength and cardio program that is just 20 minutes a day for 5 days a week (meaning there are two rest or stretching days) over the course of 4 weeks. “Job 1” Beachbody: How is it? Overview of this Efficient 4-Week Exercise Plan: Welcome to the TWELFTH installment of my extremely detailed and geeky reviews of Beachbody workouts! Today, we will examine whether or not the new “Job 1” home exercise plan with trainer Jennifer Jacobs could be a good match for YOUR fitness goals. Share on Facebook Share on Pinterest Share on Twitter Share on Email Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn
