How did 30 Day Shred work for you?

is the level 2 exercise entry different than the level 1 entry on here? its harder correct? so would the entry show more calories burned?

I started it 4 days ago, and I had to take a break yesterday because like everyone is saying ...STRETCH STRETCH...

I did get some pointers that I didn't listen to at first but now I will..I learned the hard way and had a hard time sitting down my thighs hurt so bad...

Before you start the DVD because she only does 2 mins of warm up try and go for a ten minute walk and warm your body up. and after your done if you can do a few yoga stretches. Other suggestion would be to pay attention to your movements. I didn't realize how wrong I was doing exercises as far as not straightening my back, knees going past the toes, squatting forward and not back, I could go on...if anything use it as a learning tool until you get better at it.

I felt like I was going to die the first day and even laid on the ground and said forget I'll stay fat...but I pushed through. I plan on staying on Level 1 until I can actually get the workouts down and can finish each set. Then I will move onto the harder levels. If it takes a few extra days so be it.

So I've been on vacation the past two weeks, and sad to say I haven't logged in or anything during that timeframe. Positive note is that I didn't gain any weight I purchased the 30 day shred right before I left, and will be starting day 1 of 30 today. So looking forward to it! Will let you know how I do.

I heard a JM podcast awhile ago where she said the marketing folks came up with the title... she actually doesn't advocate doing the same thing every day for 30 days. Her suggestion = 2 days of 30DS, 1 day cardio, 2 days of 30DS, 1 day cardio, 1 day rest... repeat. It will take longer to complete this way, but it gives your body time to repair itself and it helps with muscle confusion so you don't adapt too quickly to doing the same thing all the time. Others have suggested alternating 30DS with another of her DVDs (yoga or ripped in 30 or something), but you still need to give yourself a rest day once a week. I'm working through level 1 right now, and it is getting easier, especially because I'm adding in 1-2 days of cardio per week so I feel like I can go longer and stronger. Nervous about doing L2 though, everyone says it's so much harder!

Thank you! I am going to try this and hopefully I will be able to stick with it this time!

I've been looking for this clarification - Thanks for posting!

I lost 11inches and a little over 6lbs. I posted the pics on my profile of the before and after. I'm doing Ripped in 30 now, which I think is harder but I'm hoping to get similar results.

Jillian is awesome. I started Day 1 at the end of Dec 2011. I was out of shape, for sure. Using 2 lbs weights was hard for me. On day 2 I could barley sit to pee, lol. My quads hurt so good. By day 5/6 I was much better, but the work out still kicked my butt. I finished all 3 levels and took a break for a week then started it back up. 3 days a week l do level 3 only with 7 lbs weights along with couch to 5k and brisk walking.
In the first 30 days:
I lost 8 inches &
2 lbs

yess stretch your quads! i did not and i could barely move my legs the first two days after starting! they are much better now! but def. take the time to stretch them out first!

Have just finished my first session. Ouch! I found the cardio easy - but the lunges hurt. Have been doing cardio only at the gym the last month though due to time constraints so that would explain it.

Figure if I keep posting on here it will make me more accountable to continue. Will do it again tomorrow then yoga on Friday.

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!

Great way of putting it. I am going to start the 30days Shred on Saturday!!! Well I plan on it!!!

After some time on level 2 I needed my tins of tomatoes for a lasagne, so had to buy proper weights.

Hahahaha! LOVE this!! :laugh:

kford...i do the same thing with them,. i find them not burning anything and switch to abs that i know i am burning during. and you are right..better than standing watching the tv til the next exercise. way to go on the weight loss

I am currently on Day 4 of Level 2. It is a tough workout and I find anything in the plank pose really difficult. I actually substitute the plank abs at the very end with bicycle crunches. They are easier on the arms and I find I work my abs out a lot more with those. I figure it is better to do another version of something than stand there flipping the bird at the TV! :ohwell:

I did my first last night - I was all right all day but I am starting to feel it in my legs and chest - just in time for me to do my next session in an hour

I did listen to previous posters and did a lot of extra stretching last night, and throughout the day today. I inagine you'd be fine for uni though

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I Love 30 day shred! I'm actually going to skip Zumba go grocery shopping and pop in my 30 day shred DVD!

A note to those who get bored. Mute her.

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