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Hi Amy! Fantastic, I'm on Day 4 today. Yeah, it really really gets into your back! The third circuit is the 'hardest' for me, and I really like the second. I've been doing little bits of No More Trouble Zones most days too - have you tried that?

Day 3 done. I did 3 circuits of No More Trouble Zones too. I really like it.

If you did Ripped in 30, then yes, you should do the Level 1 workout for 5-6 days this week and then move on to Level 2 next week.

Day 2 done! Its a little different to the Shred. I think Level 1 is easier than Level 3 of 30DS (especially the cardio) but harder than Level 1 30DS. Anyone else doing RI30 at the moment?

Both the DVDs are the same format: a warm-up, then 3 'circuits', each made up of 3 minutes strength training (push-ups, squats etc), 2 minutes cardio (jumping jacks, plank jacks etc) and 1 minute abs (crunchs, planks etc), then a cool-down. For both DVDs you need hand weights and a mat. They are pretty much the same but…

I think a lot of people do 30DS first. I've only done one day of Ripped in 30 so far, but my impression is that Level 1 of Ripped in 30 is harder than Level 1 of 30 Day Shred, so perhaps its good to start with 30DS and then move to RI30?

Aaaaaaaand..... I'm DONE! Level 3 Day 10 complete. And I'm going to start Ripped in 30 this weekend - maybe tomorrow or maybe Sunday, depending how I feel. AJoyfulLife, I'm not sure even now if I really like Level 3. I went back and tried Level 2 yesterday and really enjoyed it, though, which is funny as I hated it at the…

Level 2 Day 8 done! Two to go! So pleased to see so many of us still going (or finished!). TravlinMel, what are you doing now/next?

There's a helpful 'sticky' with a how-to under the Success Stories board.

Level 3 Day 7 done. AJoyfulLife, I wouldn't worry about taking a break. I've had three days off since I started and I think its fine. The breaks are probably good for your body anyway! I can't believe there are only 3 days left for me! I previewed Ripped in 30 and it looks so much more SERIOUS. Kind of nervous about it!

Haha, go Michele! I yell too, but mostly "WHY, JILLIAN? WHY DO YOU HATE ME?!!" Level 3 Day 6 down. Four to go!

Well done, Travlinmel! As Jillian says, "Amazing job. AMAZING. JOB." :drinker: Do you have B&A photos???

Level 3 Day 4 done! Keep it up, everyone.

I just use plain lemon juice, balsamic vinegar and a little grain mustard.

Level 3 Day 3 down! One week to go! How is everyone else going? SAB8A? Amy? I think we are on the same day :)

Was bored tonight so I did an extra Shred, just Level 1. Was AMAZED at how easy it was! I even managed 16 full push-ups each time. I can't quite believe that just three weeks ago that workout nearly killed me. Great motivation to keep going.

That's actually one of the exercises from Level 3!

Why don't you join this group: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/986575-30-day-shred-starting-monday-13th-may You're only a couple of days behind.

Level 3 Day 2 done! I can't decide if its easier than Level 2 or not. Some sections are SO hard, like the mountain climbers and the squat/rockstar jumps. But I think its more varied and interesting. Eight days to go!

Level 3 Day 1! I agree with the others, its FUN! But that last cardio circuit with all the jumps - crazy!

I started on April 22 and have just completed Day 20 (L2D10). Tomorrow I move on to Level 3. I have had 3 rest days.

Level 2 Day 10 done! Finally!!! Should have been yesterday but I went to a theme park with some friends instead! Did heaps nd heaps of walking around though. Today was one of the hardest L2 workouts I've had, maybe the hardest apart from Level 2 Day 1. Don't know if it was the day off, or just because I'm a little tired.…

Level Two Day 9 done, too! I'm going to go straight into Ripped in 30 when I finish. It has mixed reviews but I've heard its similar to the Shred format but a little harder, which sounds perfect. I just don't think I can face 30DS again right away without dying of boredom, and I don't really want to buy new heavier weights…

L2 Day 8 done, too! Its definitely getting easier. I actually enjoyed it! I haven't been doing anything else formally, but I do either bike or walk to University most days. Its only 3 km though.

Level 2 Day 6 down! I took 15 day progress photos and was REALLY happy to see the changes! Can't wait until Day 30. For me, I think it depends if its the cardio or strength section. For cardio, its important to keep your heart rate up, so I try and keep at the same speed as the video. For strength, I think its worth…

Good to see so many people still on board! Keep it up everyone, we're getting closer and closer! I did Level 2 Day 5 today. Half way! Its getting easier and easier, and more fun. Its great getting the hang of the moves so I can concentrate harder on actually working hard. One thing I do find a but frustrating is that in…

Great to hear the positive review of Level 3! I am really not enjoying Level 2, although I can tell its a great workout and is making me stronger. I'm struggling with keeping my arms directly under my shoulders for the Level 2 planks and I think the forearm planks might be easier.

Level 2 Day 4 done! Its got a lot quieter in here... is everyone still going???

What a weird thing to say. OP, you look awesome.

I use 2kg weights (4.4lbs), because thats all I have!