The Master's Hammer & Chisel Launch

We heard about the launch of this program when we were down in Nashville this past summer.  My first impression was, wow, what a terrible name.  We are going to tell people to go get "Hammered" and then I guess chiseled too.  It kind of made me laugh.  It doesn't quite roll off the tongue like P90X, Insanity, or 21 Day Fix.  

​Watching the promo video (posted below) though I got super excited for the style of this workout.  I also thought it was a great way to get more women away from the treadmills and go pick up some weights.  There is so much science out there that points out the metabolism boosting and health benefits of resistance training for both men and women.  Here is Laura's take on lifting weights, Ladies, Don't Skip the Heavy Weights.  I

I have no idea how the idea of women getting bulky actually started.  I'm guessing it either stems from cover models of the 1980's and 90's that were rail thin so any visible sign of muscle would seem "bulky" in comparison.  I think that image is/was more prevalent than the hulk like woman that may or may not have been taking steroids to gain ridiculous amounts of muscle.  Either way I think we can all agree that both those extremes are not healthy, and from a guy's perspective not attractive.  Women, unless you have an extraordinary amount of testosterone, combined with ridiculous amounts of food, combined with super intense workouts you will not get bulky.  Yes you need all three for that to happen.  

To the guys now, I can't begin to tell you how awesome this program is for us.  It is a perfect combination of heavy lifting and high intense plyometric style workouts to help us shed fat and get ripped.  This program also comes along with portion control containers that will help you either lose, maintain or gain weight.  Personally my plan is to gain weight with this program, so the containers will help me get the right amount of food from the right areas to really maximize my results.  Plus I'm looking forward to getting some seriously shredded abs!  

Let's talk about what this program is all about and why both Laura and I are super excited for it.  First off, we love that this program combines workouts from two different trainers.  We love the style of workout that both of these trainers have done previously, so if it is even close to those we know we will love it.  Having two trainers will also help keep things fresh too.  You won't have to listen to the same trainer for 60 days straight!  So here are the details...

PROGRAM DEATILS:  It is a 60 day program, done 6 days a week.  Workout lengths range from 24-41 minutes.  ​

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: Dumbbells (3 sets preferably, light, medium, heavy), workout bench OR stability ball, chin-up bar OR resistance band with door attachment (not included in base kit).
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RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: Yoga Mat or Beachbody Core Comfort Mat are helpful but not required.  Medicine Ball.

There are 4 different types of kits. Here’s what is included in each one: 

Base Kit: 14 workouts on 6 DVD's plus 1 additional workout when you order through a Beachbody Coach, seven color coded portion control containers, Shakeology shaker cup, Workout Calendar, Quick Start Guide, Fitness and Nutrition Guide.  

Deluxe Kit:  Everything from the Base Kit plus 4 additional workouts, an extra set of portion control containers, 8 lb medicine ball.  

Base Kit Shakeology Challenge Pack: Everything from the Base Kit plus a 30 Day Supply of Shakeology, 30 Day Free Trial Club Membership that includes Beachbody On Demand.  

Base Kit Performance Challenge Pack: Everything from the Base Kit plus two supplements from the new Beachbody Performance line, Energize and Recover, a pre and post workout supplement to maximize your workout performance and recovery.  This package also gets you a 30 Day Free Trial Club Membership that includes Beachbody On Demand.  ​

WORKOUT DESCRIPTIONS
Chisel Balance: A total-body workout creating stabilization, muscular endurance, and core strength.
Iso Strength Chisel: An intense resistance workout using isometric holds and flexibility to increase strength.
Chisel Endurance: Increase muscular endurance and strength in this time-under-tension workout.
Chisel Cardio: The cardiovascular resistance routine will increase heart rate, circulation, and burn an intense amount of calories.
Chisel Agility: A challenging cardio workout that will help you move quickly, improve coordination, and create greater stabilization.
Total Body Chisel: This full-body resistance workout focuses on creating lean muscle and strength.
Hammer Plyometrics: This jump training workout will use your entire body to create force, speed, and power.
Iso Speed Hammer: A tempo training workout that uses speed and isometric holds to create strength and grow muscle.
Total Body Hammer: A hypertrophy workout focused on pyramid-style sets to maximize strength and muscle growth.
Max Hammer Strength: Start with a pre-fatigued muscle, finish with a maximum lift. Increase strength, power, and muscular development.
Hammer Power: This intense powerlifting-inspired workout will increase speed, reactive strength, and power.
Hammer Conditioning: A workout based on compound movements that will improve stability, coordination, and strength.
10 Min Ab Chisel: This core-crusher will transform your midsection, without ever getting on the floor.
10 Min Ab Hammer: Carve definition into your core while strengthening your entire ab complex.

Here are some of our coach friends that were a part of the Beachbody Test Group.  This program works!  

If you would like some more information about this program and whether or not it would be a good fit for you and to help you reach your goals, click on any of the images or submit your email address below.  We have our own Test Group starting on December 21st too!  For more information about that shoot as email, reach out on Facebook, or submit your name through any of the links on this page.  Let's Get Hammered!  And Chiseled!