How did 30 Day Shred work for you?

I got too bored with it... But it is pretty good.

How long did you do it for? Which level did you stop at?

I did it for two weeks... It's a really simple, good work out. I just get so bored with work outs like that. It's only 20 mins so I'm thinking of maybe trying to do it again and forcing myself to do it!

I got to level 2 (which is a lot more fun than level 1 btw) and I quit but I just got back into it and honestly, I cannot complain. I feel better and after 4 days I feel muscle again. I had quit due to personal unmotivated to do anything issues not because of the program itself.

The first day after starting it again was the WORST. The pain... after that though, it doesn't hurt anymore lol.

I think it's fantastic and I am going to start Ripped in 30 as soon as I am done (2 more days). If you don't have a lot of time to spare for exercise it's perfect.

Today is day 29 for me (started 33 days ago so I only missed a couple of days). I'm on level 3. Liked level 1 (lost 2 lbs); hated level 2 (lots of plank things)--gained the 2 lbs back in level 2 so I took measurements at that point (about 12 days into it). Started level 3 on the 24th day. Love level 3 and I sweat the most during it of all the levels, plus more leg moves which I need (pear shape). Lost 3 lbs since starting level 3 about 5 days ago. Have been tracking calories and eating super healthy the whole time, but also started limiting carbs and increasing protein after the gain I had during level 2. I have less than 10 lbs to lose so didn't expect too much weight loss so I'm pretty happy with 3 lbs loss.

So on day 29: 3 lbs lost total; inches lost -1.5 on waist and -1 on widest part of belly; no change in hips or thighs (and I only took the starting measurements about 2 weeks ago). My whole body feels stronger and firmer and so I am very happy with the results. I can wear fitted blouses/shirts without seeing a bulge over my pants so that's pretty amazing too.

Don't know how much you have to lose, but if it's only a little bit don't be surprised if you see a temporary gain in week 2 (I've heard that a lot of people do).

Good luck, careful with your form to protect your knees, and have fun!!

I love the 30 Day Shred so much - well just Jillian in general to be honest! I have done it about 3 or 4 times but only twice religiously! And each time seen amazing results!

I started her 6 week six pack on Saturday and I am gonna do that before I do the shred from now on, I am ready to get to my goal weight now, 14 lbs to go!

I have also ordered her book 'Making the Cut' so am hoping that has arrived for me whilst I am at work today :happy:

Go for it, if you can stick to it, which is hard at the beginning, you will love it and you will see great results!

All the best!x

Wow, what a great thread!! Very inspirational!! Guess I better pull out my copy and get busy!!

The first day was hell. Once I finished, I just d r o p p e d. I couldn't get up, I couldn't walk. Heck, I thought I was gonna die, ahahah. But once I pushed through and did the second day, it improved. Heck, before I knew it, it was not as hard as I thought. The first day of each level is a little rough, but in my opinion, nothing is as hard as the first day of the first level.

I didn't really lose a lot of weight. (Only 9 pounds). But, I didn't have much to lose to begin with. But I toned up like crazy, and no more little belly, nothing. And I had so much more energy and I felt much more comfortable in my skin.

I've done basically all of her DVDs, and I'll say, it's the easiest of them all. It's the perfect one to start and kick it up. I'm so glad I started with that one. It shows results, and it prepares you for whatever else is to come.

Start on a Thursday by washing your hair and braiding it or planning on wearing a hat: combing or blow drying hair after workout 1 is awful. You'll still be able to walk Friday morning but you'll be the most sore on Saturday. By Monday you'll start to feel good and strong and by Tuesday you won't feel constantly sore.

30 Day Shred gets results, but do it with a friend or jump into a 30 day shred thread on MFP. Misery loves company!

If losing weight and looking fantastic isn't enough of a reward, think of rewards for each of the levels (new haircut? new workout pants? iTunes download of more Jillian?

Don't forget before/after pics and measurements! You will want them.

Good luck! I'm so excited for you!

Excellent advice to start on a Thursday. I will definitely do that, Thanks. I will be doing this with my 17yo daughter, we'll see who kicks who's butt!

I've only done it 4 days and have lost 1/2 inch on my waist!!! I don't love it because I'm not in the best of shape and I don't like to struggle. it makes me sweat, which is good and it pushes me to keep pushing even when I'm so sore and tired. I am accountable to me in this thing and I have to do what it takes!

I finished 30 DS about a week ago (now on Ripped in 30) and it did take me a couple of different times to commit and finish the whole DVD. Level 3 was fun and I thought level 2 was the most difficult for the cardio section (I hate oblique twists and plank poses) and it is best to rest at least one day a week with any exercise (so everyone says). It is intense for the 20 minutes she gives, but a great workout for those short on time (like myself). I use a HRM for everyone doesnt burn the same amount of calories so I never went by the "generic" overall calories per workout for I could burn up to 400 calories but mostly was around 350 calories a workout.

I lost 11 pounds (scale doesnt seem to move quickly when exercise is invovled, for me anyways) and overal 5 to 6 inches. My endurance is more, I can see and feel muscle tone, if I was bored I added addtional exercises (like the eliptical) but I was determined to finsish the DVD this time. Good luck and enjoy.

Love love LOVE 30 Day Shred! I wish everyone would do it! I lost 13.25 inches and 8 pounds on it! I did each level for 10 days and didn't take a break until it was over. My biggest piece of advice: take measurements! I would've been sorely disappointed in the weight loss but I love the inches I lost! My husband and I are now doing the Ripped in 30 series and it is hard but great! Do the 30DS and then share your awesome results on here with all of us!

great outcomes ladies. i started last night and what a buttkicker. lol. me and my husband are doing this together. it started off really tough but by the ten minute mark my breath was caught up and my legs were burning but a good burn. i was sweatin like crazy and i felt so good afterwards. i printed up numbered pages today to keep up motivated to tear one down at the end of every day. this morning i weighed 161.2. i have been battling with 162-163 for weeks now. it was nice to see a different number. btw...i am also doing weight watchers. so i am already eating pretty well. so i am hoping that this working will do the trick along with walking during our nice weather. heres to hoping. thanks for sharing all your success.