Starting the 30 Day Shred tomorrow, had some questions.

The best pointer I can give is to watch the video at least once before you do the actual workout. I spent a lot of Level 1 Day 1 staring at the screen so that I could see what they were doing while I was supposed to be doing the exercises. I learned my lesson for Level 2 and Level 3. Good luck!

I've done the Shred a few times and have found I've received the most success from this program when I do it daily. Do what feels comfortable for you. If you're bored or find Level 1 too easy, then jump to Level 2 - likewise, if you still find Level 1 challenging, stick with it until you feel ready to move up.

Since finishing the Shred, I find it's a great little work out to tack on after going for a run, doing Zumba or pilates dvd. I don't find the calorie burn to be very substatial with the 30 Day Shred (I track with my FitBit), but it is a nice way to get some abs/strength in if you don't otherwise have the time. I, however, do not rely on this program to fulfill cardio.

Good luck!

I plan on starting monday, but after talking with a friend who goes to a personal trainer, she said every "body" needs rest and that you should only work hard for 5-6 days a week.. even God rested one day! :laugh: So she suggested doing it 5 days a week.

So, i plan on doing it Monday through Friday.

I also plan on Watching it on Sunday before i start, making sure i have everything i need and also to get together my weights, my water bottle, my clothing, my bra(s) lol.. ive heard the best thing to do is wear a good bra and a sports bra over it, if you are large breasted.

Also, if you dont have a HRM, you cant accurately log it, but i have heard people log it as circut training.

I wish you (and me!) the best of luck!

Completed the 30 day shred! I lost about 2lbs during the course of it plus 2 inches off my waist and 1 off my hips!! I'm planning to pick up her other workout videos, I had to say I was a little skeptical at first, but the results thus far have made it worth it.
I tried to do it every day consecutively, but missed a couple of times so completed it in about 35 days. Watch the videos for the levels at least once beforehand so you have an idea for the reps and moves. Definitely wear runners, and give yourself space to move (also, if by chance you have an apt or bedroom below you be mindful of the noise, LOL, lets just say I'm not as swift on my feet as I hoped, whoops >.>). And don't give up :happy:!!! The bonus of a workout video is you can swear at them, I did that a lot in level 3 .

I tried to do it 6 days a week with rest days on Sundays, moving up a level after "10" days (L1: 9/1 - 9/9, L2: 9/10 - 9/19, L3: 9/20 - 9.20), and then the first week of October I "made up" my rest days so that I did a total of 10 workouts on each level.

Tips:

You will be sore the first couple of days; push through it!

Drink lots of water--the scale didn't budge for me until I really started focusing on drinking the recommended amount of water

Do take rest days, your muscles will build during that time and you'll be glad you did (it's as good for you mentally as it is physically)

Get a measuring tape if you don't have one and measure today--many people don't see a lot of progress on the scale, but do see a lot on the tape and in their clothes.

Take a before picture today; you may not feel like you're making progress and that can make you want to quit, but if you take a picture at the end of each level, you'll be able to see the progress you're making, and that will help you stay motivated!

I have done it and didn't do it every day because I also do 2.5 hours a week of martial arts. It took me about 6 weeks to complete it. So here are 10 tips from me:

1. You don't have to do it every day

2. Measure yourself before you start because you will shrink and it is a really good way to measure progress

3. Depending on your size, you may or may not lose much weight. I was around 165 when I started and only lost around 3lb but lost many inches on my arms, legs and abs.

4. It works well when you combine it with other cardio such as power walking or running

5. The scale will not be your friend on this one

6. Your clothes will be the most honest with you

7. There are modifications on most of the exercises

8. If you don't want to listen to Jillian or the music, put it on mute and listen to your iPod/MP3 player

9. Stick with it because it is very very effective and the amount you burn will depend on how much you push yourself

10. You will get to know the routines so much that you can design your own programme and carry on. I've done that by picking my favourite exercises.

My body composition has really changed and I look more like an athlete now. This has made me want to become a Personal Trainer or Health Coach because I am giving the same sort of encouragement to colleagues and friends. Enjoy it and I would love to know how you are getting on.

I have been doing it for 3 months now...Do it 3 days a week until you are used to the routines you will still build muscle and your body needs rest to break down and build and do extra cardio. It is a great BFS program but you can hurt yourself so it is better to go slow and steady.