Additional cardio or strength training with 30 Day Shred

allibawtez
allibawtez Posts: 47
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Hello MFP! I just received 30 Day Shred in the mail today, and I was wondering if those of you who have had success with this program do cardio or strength training in addition to her 20 minute workout. I know she packs a lot into 20 minutes, but, along with a good diet, I'm used to doing about 20-30 minutes of strength training followed by 30-45 minutes of cardio. Just wondering if this video alone is enough. Thanks!!

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  • tn2010
    tn2010 Posts: 228 Member
    I had fabulous results when using it 5-7 days a week. I often did an extra 20-45 minutes of cardio along with it in the form of a run or elliptical session.
  • sarahtroupe
    sarahtroupe Posts: 164
    I USUALLY DO EXTRA CARDIO OUTSIDE OF THIS .... BUT SUMETIMES I DO LEVELS 1-3 LOL.... BEST OF LUCK TO YA:))
  • getfitdiva
    getfitdiva Posts: 1,148 Member
    Great overall workout but you need to add some cardio. I have done it for 2 rounds for 45 days straight. 30 days of level 1/2/3 then the next 15 days was level 2&3. The first round I ran 1 mile after or before in 2009 (I really didn't like running). The second round I ran 2-3 miles after or broke it up and did 1 mile before and then 1 mile after. Also as time goes on I would up my weights. I started with 3lbs > 5lbs > 8lbs > 10lbs.

    You will get the best results this way. Make sure you take measurements too b/c I lost lots of inches during 30 day shred.
  • vpsmith14
    vpsmith14 Posts: 71
    I've been doing her online workouts and her dvds for almost 4 months and the results are amazing. I am so much stronger in all areas. She has a great program. I normally have to do at least 2 levels a day in order to get a good workout but I've been doing it for a while. Also, her online program suggests doing cardio only once a week and for a while that really concerned me. Then I just said fine and gave into it and again, I am amazed at how much easier my cardio is and how strong I feel doing it only once and sometimes twice a week. At this pint I burn about 230 calories per level. I wear a HRM so that helps me to count them.

    good luck, you won't be disappointed.
    Tricia
  • jnchorn
    jnchorn Posts: 250 Member
    HI there. I am just about to finish my 30DS and I also include a daily walk when possible. I feel that the exercise in the video focusing on many different muscle groups while walking is great for cardio. When I do both I feel a lot more sore which is actually a good thing. Good luck! :)
  • miriamtorason
    miriamtorason Posts: 208 Member
    I've been doing a lifting program designed for me three days a week and cardio the opposing three days. When I picked up 30DS, I dropped it right into the routine - so I do 30DS daily, and do either lifting or cardio on schedule, with one resting day. I suspect this is very much a Your Mileage May Vary scenario.
  • kgs0201
    kgs0201 Posts: 459 Member
    I take my dogs on a walk every day and when I was really dropping pounds we were doing a 2 mile walk (moderate pace) every day and then I was doing the 30 day shred. I never actually did it all 30 days in a row though. I also would mix in her other videos and sometimes do more than one level a day. I say just do what is right for you. If you want to add more cardio because your use to it, then all the better!! I think you will get results either way, it's just a matter of how fast you get the results.
  • cawood2
    cawood2 Posts: 177 Member
    Good thread! I just started 30DS too, and was debating starting the C25K at the same time. It's interesting to see other people's take on adding extra workouts to 30DS. Food for thought!
  • BJC78
    BJC78 Posts: 324 Member
    I completed day 2 today and I walk a fast walk 1.33 miles (20 min) afterwards....hope this helps :) she kicks *kitten*!
  • P90XCertifiedCoach
    P90XCertifiedCoach Posts: 369
    Do any guys do this workout? Just curious I am planning on doing insanity but not till my weight is 240( got bad knees and such)
  • allibawtez
    allibawtez Posts: 47
    Wow! Thanks for all the great comments! I really enjoy working out (don't feel like such a lazy bum!), and I'm glad no one thinks additional training on top of her sessions is too much. Good advice from everyone, and I will definitely try some of your suggestions to break up my somewhat monotonous routine. :smile:
  • LovinME247
    LovinME247 Posts: 8
    This was very useful information for me too. I've completed day 17 today and I usually do it before work and then do cardio in the evening. Does anyone think it makes a difference if you break up the workout or should I do the cardio before or after the 30 day shred?
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