Slim In 6 Review - 6 Things You Need to Know
Slim in 6 is a DVD home fitness program introduced by Debbie Siebers, a health and fitness entrepreneur. Slim in 6 is said to help you lose six pounds, six inches, and six days if you adhere to the specific workout program step-by-step. Can Slim in 6 DVD help you lose those extra pounds?
Our researchers were curious about the Slim in 6 DVD workout program and wanted to know if the workout leads to losing six inches and six pounds in six weeks as advertised. The research team studied the workout and how it promotes weight loss. This is what they found.
Slim In 6 can be purchased through their Official Site.
What is Slim in 6?
Slim in 6 is a workout set from Beachbody. It includes three Body-Slimming DVDs, a workout calendar, a weight-loss eating plan, two free workout DVDs, and a resistance band. This program is supposed to help you slim down in only six weeks. This is performed at moderate intensity, and it only requires 30-45 minutes per day. Both cardio and resistance training is involved. The trainer that instructs you is Debbie Siebers. It is supposed to help you melt off fat, tone lean muscle, and get “incredible body-shaping” results.
Slim in 6 was released back in 2008 and is available via the website. This program promotes regular exercise, and it’s low-impact, so many people can handle it, but read what the research says about this kind of exercise:
- Physiology and Behavior: “Exercise is likely to be a very effective strategy for WLM [weight loss management] for those individuals who are able to implement and maintain a regular regimen.”
- Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders: Resistance training and high levels of endurance training were found to be the most effective forms of exercise when it comes to using exercise as a treatment for weight loss.
- Obesity (Silver Spring): One study found that a combination of exercise and diet over a year could lead to improved body weight.
Slim In 6 Competitors
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Poor Product Quality
The first, and probably most important, issue with Slim in 6 pertains to quality. According to our Research Editor, “Sadly we discovered a high number of complaints about the DVDs not working. This is certainly a red flag. If they are not usable, the weight-loss program will not be effective.”
One customer complained, “This was a very disappointing purchase. These DVDs will not play on any DVD player. Terrible for the price!!!”
“I ordered this set twice, and twice the first DVD wouldn’t load! I was so disappointed,” said another user.
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Slim in 6 Customer Complaints
You will find all sorts of negative customer comments posted on dealer websites such as Amazon. One person said, “Literally horrible. I did five days and was so bored I couldn’t continue. No music, and so bland. I don’t know how anyone works out to this.”
Another customer stated, “It was just the same old moves and very boring. The diet plan not at all something I would do.”
Our intensive research has proven a particular facet of a fitness program that is incredibly annoying (too many customer complaints, low product quality, a strenuous exercise). The probability of long-term weight-loss success is low. This means if Slim in 6 DVDs doesn’t play, why in the world would more people buy them?
Solid Science?
First of all, Slim in 6 promotes daily exercise, which can help with weight-loss. As for actual science, we did not locate any studies on the official website, which isn’t that unusual. It’s typically a given that working out burns calories, leading to a smaller number on the scale. But, there a few things to consider. The DVDs have to work, and users have to be willing to stick with it long-term.
What Users Are Saying
“Easy to follow step by step directions.”
“The workouts really do produce good results if you hang in there till the end.”
“Super amazing fun.”
The Bottom Line – Does Slim in 6 Work?
Now, have we decided to start doing Slim in 6 each morning? First of all, we like that the program promotes regular exercise and low impact to suit many different people. But we have some reservations about it because we can’t find a reason to choose this one over the thousands of others on the market. Also, we’re concerned about customer complaints and poor product quality.
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Leslie
I am wondering what the instructions are. I received from my friend with no instructions. Only dvds. What do I do now? Thanks
I have the written diet plan I can photo Corinthians send it to ypu.
lanna graves
can hip replacment do this i had one 7 years ago my 50
Alicia (Verified Purchase)
My sister let me borrow the SI6. Does anyone have instructions. Am I supposed to do this everyday for 6 days a week for 6 weeks???
Alicia,
According to the instructions, you are supposed to start by fasting for two days (juice and green tea only). After that make sure you eat at least one meal before starting your excerise program. You are supposed to do the regular work out six days a week, starting with “start it up”, once you are comfortable with this level move to “ramp it up”. In the last four weeks you should be doing the “burn it up”. Also, while doing these you should do the “slim & limber” stretching six days a week and the ab workout “slim & six pack” three days a week.
So Alicia this programs officially asks you to fast yourself for two days??? Im thinking about getting it bout I was always curious about the nutritional guide because I see reviews where people are saying that the exercising is great but no one has hardly mentioned the nutritional plan..
Sorry this question is geared towards April
Are you supposed to be fasting and doing the workout? Or do you start with 2 days of fasting and then start the workout on the 3rd day? Is there more information with the package?
I believe you only fast on the 6 day jumpstart.
You don’t have to do the fast. Just lower yr carbs, eat lots of veggies and fruit, and lean proteins. Stay away from sugary stuff drink lots of water. Try not to eat 3 hrs before bed. Make a protein shake for after yr work out. Take some supplements calcium is very important when losing weight. Also up yr fibre. Do the workouts, you’ll get results
Alicia (Verified Purchase)
Started tonight 1/11/10. Hoping to lose 10 pounds and about 5 inches. We will see!
So????
Any results? Did you complete the 6 weeks by respecting the nutritional rules ?
Thanks for the feedback!
cilla (Verified Purchase)
i started mine on jan 7th and m excited to see my results n six weeks….
sarah (Verified Purchase)
Got mine and used the ab workout, slim in 6 pack, everytime i did a video and lost 2 to 3 inches off of my waist every week.. I LOVE MY RESULTS!!!
hi, like what did you eat when you did the ab workout? and how long di you do it for? im only 15 but i need my beach body. im trying to lose 20 pounds to be a double 0. please tel me how you did it. thanks:)
Brianna,
I hope you are getting some sound advice about diet/health and that you take it seriously :)!! Double 0??? I am a bit appalled that no one responded to you and encouraged you to be moderate in your health plan. Nothing will look better on the beach than a healthy, happy young lady. Good luck!!
Yes, A 00? Sweetie, stay healthy! My daughter is a o but she eats like a horse and not very healthy, but that is her body type. It doesn’t matter what size you are, just be as fit as you can
Brianna,
I know this is late, and I know you’re extremely self-conscious at this age, but please don’t make a OO your goal! Now is the time you need to make sure you’re getting the best nutrition you can in order to avoid debilitating problems when you’re older. Just focus on keeping fit with exercise (be sure to include weight bearing activity), not dieting. Whatever size you are is the right size if you’re staying active and eating healthy.
(Yes, I am a physician.)
Brianna,
I think you’re just trying to get some attention. Grow up!
alexis
Got mine on 1/7/10, just opened it on Saturday and will start on 1/11/10. Let you know whats up after the 6 day express.
Sol (Verified Purchase)
I lost 20 pounds and 4 sizes of clothing in 3 weeks. (I also dis atkins during that period)
Thanks what I was thinking of doing. I bought slim in 6 about 4 years ago and I’m ashame to say I just started the program. So Sol atkins and slim 6 works. I know atkins work.
LOL Opal! I bought it about 4 years ago too, and am just now getting ready to use it! I was just trying to remember what came with it… I think a yoga mat and a resistance band?
Haha Opal! I bought mine about 4 years ago and am just about to start using it too! I was just trying to find out what came with it, a yoga mat and a resistance band, I think.
Paulina
I just ordered it today
1-10-10… Sammi, I’d love to read your posts about your progress & thoughts on Slim in 6, I’ll do the same rcv. it next week!
sammi (Verified Purchase)
just got it in, saturday 1-9-10, will star on monday 1-10-10 and will write back in 6 weeks!
Please let me know how it is going. I am seriously considering it.
HI BONNIE I JUST ORDERED THE SLIM IN SIX 10 MINUTES AGO I WAS THINKING WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRY IT TOGETHER. WRITE BACK. 1/20/10
I ordered Slim in 6 a few months ago. i’ve lost twenty pounds. it does take some scheduling and dedication but it works. and i seriously recommend it. i stopped it for a while because just in the 1st two weeks i saw great results. and i got comfortable with it. but i’m starting it again and i’m still feeling results again. i love that it’s designed for women. to not build you up but slim you down. it’s worth your money!
I tried it last feb before a family wedding and with in 5 weeks I was seeing results. It wasn’t about the number on the scale to me but the pant sizes I dropped. I was a 10/11 and 3 months after using the program I fit into a size 4/5. I was amazed by the definition in my legs, which have always been a trouble area. Like you said though, it takes scheduling. I lost that for the past few months (holidays) and am now back on the program 🙂 back to it, let’s go!
Marie (Verified Purchase)
This works if you use it. I lost twelve pounds in three weeks. I didn’t even know I had lost weight until my friends said I looked thinner. Then I got on the scale and wow! I was impressed.
dani
I am just starting week 4. Kinda frustrated because I have only lost a pound and I’m doing Weight Watchers too. The first week I gained 2 lbs, the second I lost 3.5, and this week I gained half a pound. I only have 10 lbs til my goal and was hoping this would help me get there faster. This happened to me the last time I did this too (but I only made it to week 5). Things are fitting a little better, I just wish the results came faster. Sorry, just frustrated and trying to hang in there til the end of week 6. Anyone else having a slow go?
I am also doing weight watchers and the weight is coming off slow but hang in there. I it takes awhile for it to come off it’s happening the same way I loose then gain. It’s like I gain 2 weeks out of the month then loose 2 weeks. I have been on WW for 30 weeks and lost 20lbs but I lost 2 dress sizes. So what I am saying i keep your head up andthe workout cd’s can’t hurt.
I have been on weight watchers for 16 weeks and have lost 10 pounds. I wanted to jump start my weight loss because i seem to be just hovering around 10 pounds and want to lose more for my wedding in October. I started Slim in 6 Yesterday and hopefully i can pull off working out 6 days a week for six weeks!!
It sounds like your weight loss is transpiring appropriately. It could just be for both of you(Denise and Dani) especially Denise that your gaining muscle mass and lossing fat, but I’m not a doctor just been around several fitness junkies/coaches, and doctors. That is what they’ve shared with me.
I gained two pounds the first week, on second week losing some now.
I have been using Slim in 6 since January. End of December I weighed myself and was 193 lbs, I’m currently 168. Keep in mind that all exercise programs work because you actually do the work and if you are like me and love food you have to learn to eat better. I incorporated “eating clean” with my exercise program and have lost and have been able to keep it off. The great thing about Slim in 6 is that you have support tools with the BeachBody website to help you with your goals. You can also get a personal Coach for free through this site to keep you motivated and help you.
I just started HipHop Abs which is always created by BeachBody and love it. I’ve lost 12 inches and not only lost weight but I have changed my body.
Sounds like you may be hypothyroid.
CHeck out Jillian Michaels Master your Metabolism
you might be gaining weight because you’re loosing fat but gaining muscle. (muscle weights a lot more than fat) I would go more with dress size and measure you body index fat (about $14 dlls.) I’m about to buy the program, don’t need to really loose weight but want to tone. Keep up the good work.
Try the club fit yummy mummy! I lost 35 lbs in 12 weeks! Easy to follow!
You need to remember you’ll gain mussel as you burn fat
Don’t get discouraged by the numbers on the scale. Instead, pay attention to the way your clothes fit. As you continue to work-out you will be gaining more muscle. Since muscle weighs more than fat, you may see an initial weight increase. This should level out over time.