Starting Ripped in 30 today, question about weights!

If you pay close attention everytime they pick up weights its always the 3lb ones. (I haven't seen level 4 yet, though ). I know at one point doing cross over crunches (I don't know the proper name), She says if you don't feel it, use a heavier weight. So, that's what id suggest if you find a move easy, move up in weights on that particular move.

If you pay close attention everytime they pick up weights its always the 3lb ones. (I haven't seen level 4 yet, though ). I know at one point doing cross over crunches (I don't know the proper name), She says if you don't feel it, use a heavier weight. So, that's what id suggest if you find a move easy, move up in weights on that particular move.

I don't know your fitness level, nor what other workouts you've done. I've done RI30 before and actually just restarted it today (I've done 30 Day Shred, RI30, Kickbox FastFix 6 Week 6 Pack, Killer Abs & Body Revolution, all by Jillian, in the 14-15 months). I think I mostly used 5s the last time I did it. Today I used my 8s for almost everything, only the chair squat with the lateral flies (I did the first set with 8s) and the side lunges with front raise, did I opt for the 5s. Both those moves were in the final circuit.

If you've got some level of fitness, I would recommend getting a set of 5s and try doing as much with those as possible, rather than the 3s. Some moves, like the dumbbell swing & good mornings, you should be able to use the 8s for, even if your fitness level is low. And, actually, if your fitness level is low, I'd still recommend getting a set of 5s, because some moves will begin to feel too easy with 3s, and the 8s will likely be too heavy.

Good luck to you & best wishes for much success!

I don't know your fitness level, nor what other workouts you've done. I've done RI30 before and actually just restarted it today (I've done 30 Day Shred, RI30, Kickbox FastFix 6 Week 6 Pack, Killer Abs & Body Revolution, all by Jillian, in the 14-15 months). I think I mostly used 5s the last time I did it. Today I used my 8s for almost everything, only the chair squat with the lateral flies (I did the first set with 8s) and the side lunges with front raise, did I opt for the 5s. Both those moves were in the final circuit.

If you've got some level of fitness, I would recommend getting a set of 5s and try doing as much with those as possible, rather than the 3s. Some moves, like the dumbbell swing & good mornings, you should be able to use the 8s for, even if your fitness level is low. And, actually, if your fitness level is low, I'd still recommend getting a set of 5s, because some moves will begin to feel too easy with 3s, and the 8s will likely be too heavy.

Good luck to you & best wishes for much success!

I just completed week one day one, and you are spot on. My fitness level has definitely increased in the 4 months I have been working out, and the 3s are too light, but I can't use the 8s for anything but the swings and good mornings. The workout kicked my *kitten* though, I felt kinda nauseated by the end lol. I had a really bad sinus infection for almost2 weeks and couldn't workout. It's crazy how much endurance you lose in such a short time. Still looking forward to tomorrow though!! Thanks for your thoughtful response!!!

Glad to help. Now go get some 5s (budget-permitting, of course!)! lol I was rather surprised that the workout is still tough for me, after all these months of working out... Regardless, it will get easier, I can promise you that, as long as you keep at it! Great job!