The Killer Jillian 30-Day Workout Rotation #killerjillian

If you've visited FitViews before you have probably noticed I'm rather fond of Jillian Michaels at-home workouts. I own virtually all she has and have reviewed many on this blog. They're just good, solid workouts that give me great results.

I'm particularly fond of Jillian programs, calendars, and challenges. I've blogged through Body Revolution and BodyShred. I vlogged through the 30 Day Shred. Pretty much every Jillian challenge set forth I've delightedly owned.

But I'm feeling a bit "been there done that" lately. I want a new Jillian challenge. Something fresh, something challenging, something different. Something new to motivate me and push me. So, I decided to come up with my own! I'm calling it the #KillerJillian Challenge.

The #KillerJillian

Before I launch into the calendar, a little disclaimer: This challenge is in no way endorsed by Jillian Michaels. It's just a for-fun workout calendar I came up with. Also, I'm not a trainer, doctor, or health professional. I'm just an at-home workout fan with a blog. Please check with your trainer, doctor, or other professional before attempting the #killerjillian. Finally, I don't believe this is anywhere near beginner friendly. OK, warnings done.

--I've designed the #KillerJillian Calendar to be 6 days of workouts from Jillian Michaels' "Killer" series with one rest day. That works for me. Feel free to adjust to suit your workout preferences.

--The calendar progresses in difficulty each week. Again, use modifications shown in the workouts and adjust workout levels as needed. For example, if you're not ready to move to a harder workout, simply stay at level 1 longer.

For a free printable #KillerJillian Calender click here.

For the #KillerJillian workout rotation you will need the following 5 Jillian workouts:

Jillian Michaels Killer Body
Jillian Michaels Killer Arms and Back
Jillian Michaels Killer Buns and Thighs
Jillian Michaels Killer Abs
Jillian Michaels: Banish Fat Boost Metabolism (Optional. You can substitute any cardio you wish. Running, biking, etc. 30 to 45 minutes.)

On to the good stuff...

#KillerJillian 30-Day Calendar

Day 1 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 1
Day 2 - Killer Arms and Back Level 1
Day 3 - Banish Fat Boost Metabolism or other cardio
Day 4 - Killer Abs Level 1
Day 5 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 1
Day 6 - Killer Arms and Back Level 1
Day 7 - REST
Day 8 - Killer Body Workout 1-Upper Body
Day 9 - Banish Fat Boost Metabolism or other cardio
Day 10 - Killer Abs Level 1
Day 11 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 2
Day 12 - Killer Arms and Back Level 2
Day 13 - Killer Body Workout 3-Lower Body
Day 14 - REST
Day 15 - Banish Fat Boost Metabolism or other cardio
Day 16 - Killer Abs Level 2
Day 17 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 2
Day 18 - Killer Arms and Back Level 2
Day 19 - Killer Body Workout 2-Core
Day 20 - Banish Fat Boost Metabolism or other cardio
Day 21 - REST
Day 22 - Killer Abs Level 2
Day 23 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 3
Day 24 - Killer Arms and Back Level 3
Day 25 - Banish Fat Boost Metabolism or other cardio
Day 26 - Killer Body Workout 1-Upper Body
Day 27 - Killer Body Workout 3-Lower Body
Day 28 - REST
Day 29 - Killer Buns and Thighs Level 3
Day 30 - Killer Arms and Back Level 3

I'm so excited for a new challenge! I'll be starting my first rotation Monday and then probably doing another (upping weights and workout levels hopefully) in January.

So, who's in? Who's up for some awesome?! This is an on-going challenge, jump in anytime. Share with #killerjillian.
Join in the, er...fun?

Have you ever done a Jillian-themed challenge?

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