30 Day Shred!

day 6, level 1, def getting easier. However I've test level 2, ugh! Anyway, taking me longer because I'm only doing it about 2-3 days a week since I do zumba and run as well. I have lost 1.5 lbs in the past week I've been doing it!

I've had this DVD for years and have used it on and off with great results.. been about a year and I've started it again. I'm on day 9 of level 1. I'm not really sure if I'm going to follow the plan exactly because it wasn't until two days ago that I was actually able to finish level 1 using 5 pound weights for all the segments. The lateral raises KILL me but I can see big changes in my body already. A week ago when I started, I lost my breath 15 minutes in and had to stop, lol. I'll probably do each level for two weeks.

L1 D1 today, had to sub in some jogging on the spot during one of the sets of jumping jacks and butt kicking, but otherwise pretty pleased to get all the way through. The bicycle crunches started to really burn towards the end which I'm hoping is a good thing!

Onwards!

Day 10 of level 1 and I think I've already dropped a size. A coat that I could barely put on when I started I can now wear pretty comfortably o_O I've been on a somewhat strict diet too. Really happy with my results so far. I seem to get stronger every day I do this workout.

Day 10 of level 1 and I think I've already dropped a size. A coat that I could barely put on when I started I can now wear pretty comfortably o_O I've been on a somewhat strict diet too. Really happy with my results so far. I seem to get stronger every day I do this workout.

That is awesome
You dropped 1 size in 10 days!!!i am real excited to see my results
Today is day 4 for me and I tell you I feel so great
I jumped out of bed sooo energetic
I have started taking one multivitamin everyday since I started doing this to balance my body
And have stopped sugar!

I've done the 30 day shred (2x) and I just want to chime in here since some people have mentioned that they have or had back/knee problems. In an interview, Jillian Michaels said that the 30 Day Shred was NOT intended to be done 30 days straight with no rest as the name of the video implies. She recommends 2 days shred, 1 days cardio, 2 days shred then 1 day rest.

I found this article after doing some research after seeing that many 30 Day Shredders, including myself, were having knee and back problems around 10 to 15 days into the program and some were dropping out as a result. The 30 Day Shred routine is very hard on the joints. If you notice, it does say in the beginning of the video to check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program . . . . I know nobody does this, but if you have had any injuries, especially back and knee issues, you really should find out what movements you should avoid. Also Jillian Michaels says in the video, move on the next level “when you are ready”, she never says, “10 days on level then one 10 days level 2” , etc.

So with all of that said, I feel that the 30 Day Shred is an effective workout that does give results, if you can get through it with no injuries. I just finished Ripped in 30 and really love that! Just be careful and get those rest days and listen to your body. If you don’t, iyou body will put in in check and you can’t get fit if you are sitting on the sidelines. I'll see if I can find that article again and I will post the link.

I just finished Day 3 of Level 1. I started 5 days ago, with 2 days of rest between Day 1 & 2.

I wasn't planning to weigh myself this morning, but am glad that I did! I've lost 2.5 pounds this week. I eat all or almost all of my recommended calories, closely watch my sodium, and do at least 30 minutes of cardio every day.

I understand why everyone complains of knee pain now. I've backed off on the lunges and side lunges to protect my knees. I've been doing strength training for about 10 weeks, but have never had knee pain until starting 30DS.

**I also looked for an interview by Jillian about whether there should be days of rest or not. In the only interview I found -- she explicitly says to do 30 days in a row. It'll take a lot longer, but I am definitely NOT doing 30DS every day. I don't want shredded knees - ha!

L1D2 was yesterday - I've dropped 0.7 lbs overnight since then, but my measurements are up a fraction at the moment. Not going to worry about it as the scale tells me my water content was higher than usual this morning so I'm going to assume it's muscles holding onto it while they get used to being abused!

Looking forward to the final result

I'm on level 1, day 3.5(I only got through 16 minutes the first day). I'm SOOOO glad I started body weight squats and lunges a few weeks ago!! If my legs weren't a bit used to them, I don't think I'd be able to get through an entire Shred workout. My weight has been at a standstill for over a month now, I really hope this gets it moving.

Today was day 4 level 1
I feel awesome
Lots of energy
I took my dog for a bike ride and I could feel my legs have build up strength thanks to the squats and jumping jacks!
I am def doing this every day even though some times during the 25 I feel I am going to die!
I do take 10 sec rests to keep on it

im gonna be starting this on 1st December ...until then I will prepare my body for this challenge by eating healthy first.I want ppl who can do this with me and motivate me.whoever is up for it,lemme know x

We r all with you!
Trust me, first few days are a killer whichever way you look at it
But do join and post ur progress
We r here to keep u going!

So I just completed level 2 day 1! This work out is seriously brutal! It actually felt like level 2 was over faster, but I think that's just because I was only focused on not dying. I also did my weekly weigh in and measurements. Since last week, I've lost 2 lbs, 1 in in my hips/lower belly and can finally comfortably wear my size 12 American Eagle jeans from high school! I really think I'm at my lowest adolescent/adult weight and all of my old high school clothes have room left-over. On top of the 30DS, I have also been biking to/from work, jogging on saturdays and netting 1200-1400 cals/day. I can't wait for day 30 so I can take my after shots!

Hi everyone
I am embarrassed to say this
But I skipped 2 days of my 30ds
It's just 25 min
But my mind found enough excuses not to do it
I am getting back on it today
I am going to restart my 30 days from today cause I missed 2 days !

Level 1, Day 2 done