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Review of Turbulence Training: The
Program that Promises Maximum Fat Loss in Minimum Workout Time
Turbulence Training promises fast fat
loss results for men and women who don't have a lot of time for
exercise. This is a bold promise, and the workouts promise maximum
results in only three workouts per week.
Let's take a look at this claim, and
see if it really measures up!
First, let's take a look at the
expert behind the workouts. Craig Ballantyne's name pops up many
times in popular fitness magazines such as Men's Health and Men's
Fitness, and even in Oxygen and Shape magazines. So for starters we
can be confident that the program was designed by a trusted fitness
expert.
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I've also talked to Craig about his
training and education background, and I'll be honest, it was
impressive, unlike the trainers with weekend certifications that pop
up at large commercial gyms. Craig's experience goes back to the
mid-nineties, in both the gym and in the research lab. He's actually
led research trials on sport supplements, strength training, and
cardiovascular training.
Plus, Craig has been a strength coach
and has worked with hundreds of clients in thousands of training
sessions. This is a unique, and thorough background, so its not
surprising he's come up with a new training system for fat loss.
In fact, Craig's articles are always
pretty hard on traditional aerobic cardio workouts. So if you're
looking for new ways to spend 30 or 60-minutes doing cardio, then
this program is not for you. But if you only have 45 minutes to
workout, a couple of times per week, and you have access to only a
bench, dumbells, and an exercise ball, then you'll like what Craig
has for you here.
Now one of the biggest questions
about the program is simply, "What is Turbulence
Training?" Well according to Craig, its the combination of
resistance training and interval training used to boost your
metabolism so that your body burns calories and fat between
workouts. He says, "Cardio doesn't boost your metabolism after
exercise. Only strength training and interval training do that -
while you work, sleep, and eat - your body will be shedding
fat."
Fortunately, Craig's unique system of
bodyweight exercises, dumbell exercises, and interval training can
all be done at home, with minimal equipment (if you are really
strong, it might help to have a chinup bar). So again, if you are
one of those people who loves machines, or cardio equipment, or
marathon workouts, then this program is not for you.
Frankly, I've used the program myself
and recommended to many others. Why? Because no one has time for
long workouts! That's why. After an eight or ten hour workday, a
round-trip commute of 90 minutes, and spending time with my family,
I just don't have time to do another 90 minute workout every day of
the week.
In fact, I either get up early and do
the workout before work, or I do it just before bed. This workout is
perfect for busy men and women. But its not the type of routine that
is going to turn anyone into a pro bodybuilder. If you want maximum
muscle and want to bulk up, try another one of Craig's programs. But
the Turbulence Training system is best for burning fat without
sacrificing muscle - so you end up lean, defined, chiseled and
toned.
And its fun! So many workouts are
boring (i.e. long cardio) or repetitive (i.e. doing the same
bodybuilding workout over and over again). But Turbulence Training
uses a lot of unique (but not fluffy) exercises, including some
cool, killer bodyweight moves that will make you more athletic and
increase your functional and core strength - again, all with minimal
equipment needs.
But, I am even able to recommend this
program to friends who are just starting out, because Craig has put
together a 6-week introductory program, and a 4-week intermediate
program in addition to the 16-week advanced training phase (PLUS,
the Turbulence Training program comes with a massive amount of bonus
workouts for muscle building, bodyweight only, advanced fat loss,
and even a female specific bonus).
But each workout progresses into the
next. He's used all of these workouts with hundreds of clients - so
they are safe and effective. Sure, you can get other programs that
leave you smashed and puking after the first workout, but Turbulence
Training is not like that. Soreness doesn't matter, only results
matter! And you are in expert hands with Turbulence Training, and
Men's Health expert, Craig Ballantyne.
Craig's Turbulence Training also
contains a contract -- basically, your pledge to being committed to
the program. It also includes an ebook on Nutrition Guidelines from
expert, Dr. Chris Mohr, Ph.D., and an extensive Q&A section, a
21-Healthy Habit Building Plan, plus the complete Turbulence
Training workouts for beginner, intermediate and advanced level
individuals.
All users will benefit from the
Turbulence Training MP3 audio where Craig goes over the program,
plus you can find every single exercise explained in detail,
complete with photos.
Okay, so bottom line. Turbulence
Training is NOT....
- Long, slow cardio workouts
- A machine-based exercise circuit
- A bodybuilding program to gain
bulk
- A workout with lots of
time-wasting isolation exercises
- A restrictive eating plan
Turbulence Training provides NONE of
the above. On the other hand, Turbulence Training is perfect for
busy men and women who want to burn fat in the comfort of their own
homes without spending a lot of money on equipment or space on
exercise machines. Oh, and you'll actually have fun and you won't
"dread" these workouts - heck, they will be over before
you know it!
If you're in the slightest bit
curious, I recommend you look closely at Craig's program. I was very
impressed with all of the Turbulence Training workouts, the bonuses,
the guarantee, and Craig's expertise. For the money, it's the best
deal in the fitness and fat loss industry - so much better than diet
pills! And remember...
Craig Ballantyne's Turbulence
Training is backed by a 8-week money back guarantee. And this is a
real guarantee... if you are not completely satisfied, you will
receive your money back, no "ifs," "ands," or
"buts." So you really have nothing to lose. |
