30 Day Shred good enough alone?

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  • lauehorn
    lauehorn Posts: 183
    i keep seeing things about this 30 day shred................i must have missed the original post. Can someone let me know what this is or where i can get the info from? Thanks!!

    $10 at Walmart or drug stores, many people buy it off of Amazon. I burned my copy from the library = FREE, lol! That being said, I don't advocate it - too many flaws to list. It's worth $10 - not a penny more.

    Amazon video has it for $4.99 or $1.99 per level (3 levels). You have to watch it streaming online, but it might work for some, especially travelers, etc.
  • kcphilly
    kcphilly Posts: 71
    I am in my 50's and wondered if this would be ok for me to do with not-so-great knees. Also, do you do it every day for 30 days or every other day?

    I don't have good knees either and was ok doing the video. I don't go as deep in the lunges as she does, but she says to modify if you have to. My left knee is pretty bad so I use a brace on that, for all exercise not just her videos. Just make sure you pay extra attention to form that your knees aren't going over your toes. Not good for anyone but especially if you have problems to begin with.

    I didn't do the video everyday, and I have another one of hers that I would alternate on.

    I definitely suggest taking before and after pics to everyone. I didn't really lose weight from it, and didn't feel that much smaller, but boy when I looked at my after pics I saw a huge difference in my stomach, back fat disappeared, and my arms looked much more toned.

    I have been slacking in exercise lately and was just about it get back on the JM wagon.
  • tistal
    tistal Posts: 869 Member
    I am on day 16 (D6L2) of the Shred and I also do 45 mins of Zumba a day too. So far I have lost 10lbs! The first 3 days of the shred I was almost too sore to do anything else but I love Zumba so I do it whenever I can. The cardio and squats in the shred took a toll on my knees so now instead of doing all the cardio, I do 45 mins of Zumba then go right into the Shred and just replace the jumping jacks and jump rope with high knee kicks, which, surprisingly, do not hurt my knees at all.
  • jjblogs
    jjblogs Posts: 327 Member
    In response to WATEVA:

    It's pretty cheap, so you could try it and see. I'm 46 and have problems with my knees, and I use a rebounder with the jumping jacks and impact exercises...works great. If squats bother your knees though, it might be a struggle as she does a TON of squats. They don't seem to bother me at all. It's the jumping that gets me.

    Something else very interesting that I've been experimenting with. Someone mentioned barefoot running helping with their knee issues. I thought that sounded crazy because I have been advised to use arch supports and have tried every tennis shoe under the sun to help with my knee issues. The past 3 days I've been doing the 30ds barefoot and I've noticed a huge difference in my knees. Still not sure I'm believing this yet, but I'm going to keep doing it barefoot for a while as it really seems to help.
  • monkeynutser
    monkeynutser Posts: 4 Member
    Thanks everyone for the replies, I'm feeling kinda silly now asking that question about fat turning into muscle lol!!
    I'm new to this game and really have a lot to learn.

    Thanks again =)
  • RAFValentina
    RAFValentina Posts: 1,231 Member
    No way. I use it as a light workout post my normal routine. I tend to burn about 1200-1600kCal in the gym then do Jillian on top as a breather/stretch off/cool down.
  • SithZombie
    SithZombie Posts: 165 Member
    I wouldn't just do 30 Day Shred. Supplement in some more cardio and strength training! =D Or some Zumba, or yoga! Build the BEST body that you can! ^_^
  • erintheinspiration
    erintheinspiration Posts: 229 Member
    I'v done the 30-Day Shred and Ripped in 30: they are FANTASTIC alone, but if you really want some great results, I'd advise you to go for at least a 30-minute walk every day immediately after the workout. Increase your pace as time goes on, but just get out there and walk. It's a simple addition with excellent results! It'll help burn off fat faster. Good luck!

    This is exactly what I do! I'm noticing results and I'm not spending an excessive amount of time on working out! Love it! :happy:
  • Sl1ghtly
    Sl1ghtly Posts: 855 Member
    Do you think 30 day shred is a good enough work out to get good results in the 30 days or should I do something else with it as well? I want the best results i can get in 30 days!!!
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    thanks!!!! :)

    Yes, but... Only if balanced with the appropriate diet and recovery time. Diet, excersize, and recovery are equally important.
  • ClareB1974
    ClareB1974 Posts: 224 Member
    The first time I did 30DS I did it with some walking later in the day. I was around 225lbs and I lost loads of inches. This time round (fourth time of doing 30DS since last May) I am doing it 6 days a week and I am also doing C25K m/w/f - I find it isn't enough on the cardio and I need more than it has. That said, I wouldn't do the run (or even a walk!) straight after the 30DS - I have my run and then a 15 minute break then do the 30DS - I have to have a shower straight after the DVD!

    It's all about finding what works for you, not what works for other people :)
  • clarebear1982
    clarebear1982 Posts: 8
    I've been doing this since Jan 3rd 3 times a week but exercise total of 6 days per week (other days I do body attack/combat, running on treadmill - normally 5k, swimming and spin) I feel more toned, however, am not losing as much weight as I'd have hoped (7lbs since Jan 3rd).

    I like the shred and feel out of breath doing it, but I don't think it is a long enough or tough enough routine to burn the calories needed to lose weight. I guesstimate the calorie burn for 20 minutes (level 2) as 100 calories. How much do you record it at??

    I use 2 x 2lb handweights for the shred - should I be using heavier for better results??
  • jjblogs
    jjblogs Posts: 327 Member
    I use 2 x 2lb handweights for the shred - should I be using heavier for better results??

    YES...as heavy as you can manage to get better results. I use 5 and 8lb depending on the exercise.
  • lin7604
    lin7604 Posts: 2,951 Member
    I've been doing this since Jan 3rd 3 times a week but exercise total of 6 days per week (other days I do body attack/combat, running on treadmill - normally 5k, swimming and spin) I feel more toned, however, am not losing as much weight as I'd have hoped (7lbs since Jan 3rd).

    I like the shred and feel out of breath doing it, but I don't think it is a long enough or tough enough routine to burn the calories needed to lose weight. I guesstimate the calorie burn for 20 minutes (level 2) as 100 calories. How much do you record it at??

    I use 2 x 2lb handweights for the shred - should I be using heavier for better results??

    i use a hrm when i do mine and through the whole dvd 27 min ( with warm up and cool down) i burn anywhere from 160-190. i'm 5.2
  • sammj85
    sammj85 Posts: 3 Member
    Oooo fab news. My copy I ordered at the weekend arrived today, I am currently running 3-4 days a week, doing 2+ miles each time so I can do the shred in the afternoons :D Looking forward to it x
  • kford12
    kford12 Posts: 112
    I love this advise! I started it yesterday and after drinking two glasses of water and eating a tub of yogurt I fell into a 3-hour nap. I don't want that to happen again as I was up until 4 a.m. Getting ready to do the Shred again and this is a great tip for me!

    Sorry, but this comment actually made me laugh out! I have visions of someone sprawled on a sofa in their workout gear, fast asleep with yoghurt dribbling down their chin!! Hehe!! :oD
  • babigurl86
    babigurl86 Posts: 129 Member
    I love this advise! I started it yesterday and after drinking two glasses of water and eating a tub of yogurt I fell into a 3-hour nap. I don't want that to happen again as I was up until 4 a.m. Getting ready to do the Shred again and this is a great tip for me!

    Sorry, but this comment actually made me laugh out! I have visions of someone sprawled on a sofa in their workout gear, fast asleep with yoghurt dribbling down their chin!! Hehe!! :oD

    me too! lol
  • youngmom30
    youngmom30 Posts: 4
    I love the 30 day shred!!!!!!!!!! I just love Jillian Michaels workouts in general. I think you can get great results. I am doing the buns and thighs one right now and let me tell you it's tough. when I'm done my thighs and butt is burning!!!!
  • marla_jones
    marla_jones Posts: 45 Member
    bumping for later
  • kford12
    kford12 Posts: 112
    I think it's a great workout, but not enough cardio alone. There is only 6 minutes of cardio a day. I would try to supplement it with whatever cardio you can do.

    You're right, there isn't that much cardio. It still burns some calories mind you. I burn around 240 calories each time without the cool down afterwards :)
  • gretta987
    gretta987 Posts: 5 Member
    In response to WATEVA:

    It's pretty cheap, so you could try it and see. I'm 46 and have problems with my knees, and I use a rebounder with the jumping jacks and impact exercises...works great. If squats bother your knees though, it might be a struggle as she does a TON of squats. They don't seem to bother me at all. It's the jumping that gets me.

    Something else very interesting that I've been experimenting with. Someone mentioned barefoot running helping with their knee issues. I thought that sounded crazy because I have been advised to use arch supports and have tried every tennis shoe under the sun to help with my knee issues. The past 3 days I've been doing the 30ds barefoot and I've noticed a huge difference in my knees. Still not sure I'm believing this yet, but I'm going to keep doing it barefoot for a while as it really seems to help.
  • gretta987
    gretta987 Posts: 5 Member
    In response to WATEVA:

    It's pretty cheap, so you could try it and see. I'm 46 and have problems with my knees, and I use a rebounder with the jumping jacks and impact exercises...works great. If squats bother your knees though, it might be a struggle as she does a TON of squats. They don't seem to bother me at all. It's the jumping that gets me.

    Something else very interesting that I've been experimenting with. Someone mentioned barefoot running helping with their knee issues. I thought that sounded crazy because I have been advised to use arch supports and have tried every tennis shoe under the sun to help with my knee issues. The past 3 days I've been doing the 30ds barefoot and I've noticed a huge difference in my knees. Still not sure I'm believing this yet, but I'm going to keep doing it barefoot for a while as it really seems to help.

    Apologies about the double quote/post... I hit enter too soon.
    Anyhow, I also do this workout barefoot, on a pilates mat, and it helps with my knees a lot.
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