Advice needed on 30 Day Shred

gottogetinshape
gottogetinshape Posts: 124 Member
edited January 25 in Fitness and Exercise
I've been too scared to do the 30DS but I can see it really works. I have a very very small amount of space to exercise in and I wondered if this is an issue. Also, what do I need to buy (weights, etc)? If anyone can help me and give me some more information/inspiration to buy the DVD, that would be great!

Thanks and best wishes to all of you for your MFP challenges! :)

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  • majope
    majope Posts: 1,325 Member
    I'm halfway through 30DS, so I can only speak to Levels 1 and 2, but I doubt the space requirements are very different for Level 3. So far, at least, it doesn't need a lot of room--you have to be able to stretch your arms out and move them without hitting anything, lie down with your legs extended, and move side to side and front/back maybe 6 or 8 feet at most.

    The only equipment you need is a set (or two) of hand weights, and a mat if your floor is hard. I've read of people using bottles of water or cans of food if they can't get weights, but if you can spare the cash a set of 3 or 5 pound weights can usually be had for about $8-$12 at Target or TJ Maxx. I use 3, 5, and 8 (rarely!) pound weights depending on exercise, but I had them all on hand before I got the DVD.

    I'm close to goal weight so am losing pounds verrrry slowly right now, and was skeptical that a 20-minute workout would make a huge difference given that I was already running a fair amount and taking Pilates classes. But it really has seemed to shake things up--I measured today, and have lost an inch off my waist and hips, and nearly an inch off my calves and thighs.
  • Lillypearl62
    Lillypearl62 Posts: 23 Member
    Level 1 of 30DS is posted on Youtube. Check it out to decide if you want to purchase the CD. I use 5 lb weights. You need enough space to be able to do jumping jacks (incl. height) and at least enough floor space to be able to lay down on a yoga or fitness mat.
    30DS is excellent although I need a bit more of a warm up than the DVD allows for. I have a pinched nerve in my neck which affects my left arm, so I am careful and usually perform the modifed version of the moves.
    Hope this helps.
  • gottogetinshape
    gottogetinshape Posts: 124 Member
    Thank you both. That really helps! :) I'll check out Level 1 on YouTube and see how I get on, but it sounds like I should have enough space. :)
  • stef_monster
    stef_monster Posts: 205 Member
    I LOVE 30DS! It's a very good starting point. Very simple and easy to customize depending on your fitness level. I definitely recommend getting a couple different sets of weights, though, or maybe just a set of 5 lbs and fill a couple of water bottles to stand in for lighter ones. Some of the exercises were nearly impossible for me to start out with 5 lbs, but I eventually worked my way up to heavier weights. They use 3-pound weights in the videos, but I don't think they challenge you enough on some of the moves.
  • gottogetinshape
    gottogetinshape Posts: 124 Member
    Thanks! Much appreciated. It's good to hear good reports of 30DS.
  • shred2013
    shred2013 Posts: 115 Member
    I just finished 30DS today 30 days straight with no rest day. I have lost 5 lbs ad 3 inches chest, waist and hip. Tomorrow I am going to do ripped in 30.
  • djwife03
    djwife03 Posts: 333 Member
    I'm on L3D3! I use 5lbs weights. I am also doing Jillians 6week/6pack ABS DVD!
  • gracielynn1011
    gracielynn1011 Posts: 726 Member
    Enough space to stretch your body out in, to do push ups, squats, lunges in. You need to do jumping jacks so don't stand under a ceiling fan. For weights, I started with 3lb, those were good. On my second round, I used 5. They need to be heavy enough to add resistance, but not so heavy that you break good form.
  • gottogetinshape
    gottogetinshape Posts: 124 Member
    I just finished 30DS today 30 days straight with no rest day. I have lost 5 lbs ad 3 inches chest, waist and hip. Tomorrow I am going to do ripped in 30.

    Wow! Congratulations and well done! :)

    Thanks to everyone who has replied so far. :)
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