does the 30 day shred do what it says on the tin?

Hi.
I started 30 DS last Saturday and I've managed 5/7 days. I am noticing a bit of a difference in my waist already. I weigh once a week do I don't know what I can contribute to the DVD in that respect but I am toning.
I've taken measurements and 'before' pics which I'll compare at the end.

I am very unfit and have 50+ lbs to lose.

Feel free to add me and you can track how I find the DVD

Today is my 7th day, but I've done 5 out of those 7 so far. It seems almost impossible at first try, but you begin to find it almost easy after a few days. She does work your butt hard, but some of the results are incredible, and for only 20 mins a day, I don't think you'll find many better workouts!

Yes! I'm on day 9 level 1 and I've lost 2 inces on my waist and 1 on my hips. That's the only exercise I'm doing, and I'm doing it everyday. You will be sore after day 1, as I was, but once I just did it anyway it was fine. I'm not 'more sore' as a result to doing it daily. 'm so thrilled with what this DVD has given so far; my results are far better than what I was seeing using the elliptical for twice as long. You won't regret it.

Hey there! I'm 5' 1" and I started the Shred on Sunday Jan the 8th weighing in at 181.6. Normally you are supposed to do each level for 10 days, or move forward when you are READY to progress. I did 6 days of Level 1 and started Level 2 yesterday! I will probably do Level 2 for the full 10 days. It's the only exercise I am doing currently until I am finished with the program. So far I've lost 5.5 lbs, and now weigh 176 and can notice inches lost on my body. I love this dvd, everyone can do it! Can't wait to keep going! Good luck to everyone on their weight loss journeys!

I enjoyed doing it but got bored pretty quick

I just started the 30 Day Shred yesterday and I completed Day 2 Level 1 today...I have looked at so many threads on MFP with before and after pics of people who did this workout and I am so motivated to stick with it! I can't wait to see results like others have!

I have between 80-100lbs to lose and I have been working out/eating healthy for a week now and I feel great! If anyone wants to add me I would love more friends and support and I love supporting others too

It's a great workout, especially if you are just starting out. It's only about 20 minutes, but packs a lot into those 20 minutes! It was my first Jillian DVD, and my first serious workout in years when I started it a couple of years ago - also the only thing that finally got me some results. I'm also in my 40s, and started it because I noticed I was gaining a few pounds every year, and that just walking wasn't taking any weight off or giving me the results I wanted. 30 Day Shred got me to dig out my old 5lb dumbbells (and eventually purchase 2s, 3s, 8s and 10s) and do more. After I recovered from the first workout (I could barely move for 3 days - a testament to how many muscles I HADN'T been using before then!), I jumped back in and continued it for the 30 days and beyond. Between the workout (4 days a week average) and tracking my foods, I finally saw the weight start to come off and my shape began to change for the better.

So I would say it does work! I now have 7 of Jillian's workouts and can't wait for the new one coming out in a couple of months! I like the variety she has - some are 20 minutes, some are 40, some use weights, some don't and are more cardio - but all of them will workout your whole body in some form with a variety of strength and cardio. By the way, if you live near a Target, they are nearly all on sale this week for $9!

I am day 4 of level 2. I lost 6.5 inches just from the first level. I have over 100lbs to lose. I posted pics yesterday of the results so far.

I'm also in my 40s and I have about 80 lbs more to lose (I've lost 10 lbs so far). I just bought the DVD last week and am excited to use it. I presently have 2 more weeks in the exercise program I'm doing now and then I'll be working it with Jillian!

I'm starting TONIGHT! Feel free to add me!

Hi Started it last Monday and have already noticed I have lost several inches off my waist and hips. I too, have a lot of weight to lose and am going to stick with it for the full 30 days. I am 46 years old and have re-found muscles I forgot even exsisted!
The day I could barely do anything. Ab work, jumping jacks, jump rope in place, and push ups. I am able to do all of them now and do not feel like I am going to puke like I did the first 3 days.
I am planning on working my way thru all her her workout DVDs!
I feel so good after doing the workout.
Let me know how you do!
Di

My total weight lost isn't all I've lost. I dropped 65lbs before coming to myfitnesspal and have about 40 more to go.

All that said to encourage those of you who posted with lots of weight to lose who are very out-of-shape that it WILL take TIME to get fit. When I started exercising I couldn't walk a mile without having to sit down. I eventually got up to 3 miles/session of fast walking/jogging. I now lift weights and do various machines at a fitness center. After 3 yrs of working out and dieting to lose the weight i have so far, I've realized, there are NO QUICK FIXES.

This video may be awesome, I dunno anything about it. Just please, please, please do not give up if after 30 days you do not feel in shape as you want. I am now 40 yrs old & feel increasing fitness will be a life-long journey, not a "til I get my weight off." Focus on doing something good for your body every day, forgive yourself on the days you fall short. Congrats for looking for ways to make yourself healthier. YOU CAN DO IT!!!!

I'm on Day 2 Level 3 tomorrow. I honestly haven't lost a pound--in fact, I've gained a couple. BUT I have lost nearly 3 inches from my natural waist (and almost 5 inches from my baby pooch), and I'm looking good and fitting into clothes that I haven't worn in years. I just started doing additional cardio this past week, in the hopes of getting the scale numbers down. I really like this video.

I started on January 3rd, did 10 days on level 1, and just started level 2 today. I have been trying to do it every day, but had to take a couple days off because my knee was bugging me. I am 40, out of shape, and have bad knees, but several of the exercises have modifications for those who aren't as fit, or as flexible. I found the first 3 or 4 days to be the hardest. Everything hurt, especially my legs walking down the stairs. By about day 5 or so the achiness and sore muscles started to fade. I am really enjoying it and can see a definite difference - especially in my stomach. I lost a few inches overall in the first week and will be taking measurements for the second week tomorrow. I am down about 3 lbs. That is not a huge amount, but I feel stronger. I would definitely recommend it, and remember to stick with it - the first few days are by far the hardest.

Good luck!! And feel free to add me

Oh yeah - I log it as circuit training, general. Not sure how accurate it is, but that is what others have suggested using.

I started 30DS on 1/1/12 (New Years resolution to lose 20 lbs) and have been doing it daily. I just purchased another one of her DVDs, Ripped in 30 and love it too! It has some of the same moves, but she has three strength moves in each circuit rather than 2. It makes the DVD slightly longer, but I like the variety of moves. I've been alternating daily between 30DS and Ripped in 30 and have thrown in Six Week Six Pack once a week as well. I curse her during the entire Six Week Six Pack, but I can honesly say that I feel sweaty and oh so accomplished when I'm done. I've only lost a few pounds, but I feel stronger and can already see definition in my body. Can't ask for much more when you're doing 20-30 minutes of exercise!

I've been toying with the idea of purchasing a heart monitor, but until then, I've been logging it as "Circuit Training" general (which sounds like what most others are also doing). I'm sticking with it because I love the feeling that I've accomplished something each day. Good luck everyone!