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Jillian Michaels' 30 Day Shred |
 FAST results! |
| I will admit that the first time I tried level 1 i couldnt even finish! But i've been doing level one consecutive for a week now and have dropped 5 lbs and 2 inches off my hips and an inch off my waist! i'm definitely seeing some tonage too! I LOVE it! if you need to get in shape or lose weight fast for an upcoming vacation, or event, this dvd will totally help you! - posted by Kay on 10/29/2009 |
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| Solid |
| I am an intermediate/advanced exerciser who took some time off. I picked up this video so I'd have some shorter workout choices for days when I dont' have as much time and I'd like to work out.
I honestly think the three workouts on this tape are all quite good. It is important when rating a video to think about the intended audience. If you need to get back into shape, this is an appropriate video for you. If you're an advanced exerciser, you probably can find other videos in the Collage collection that will challenge you, so don't buy this and then give it a 3-star review. Get a Kelly Coffey-Meyers video instead. Seriously!
Jillian knows that "Biggest Loser" fans will be watching her DVD releases, so I think some of her toughness and comments are geared to keep that set motivated and fighting for their health and weight loss--and I think it works! I felt really motivated by her attitude and comments about not stopping, not threatened or put-down as some have said.
She is really trying to convince everyone who watches that they CAN do it, and that if they are willing to work, they will see results. I have no doubt that people who commit to her program will see results, and will eventually be fit enough to move on to longer and more challenging workouts. I highly recommend this DVD for those who are new or returning to exercise. - posted by Elizabeth on 10/22/2009 |
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| Great workout for busy moms! |
| I have been a huge Tae-Bo fan for about 7 years now and got great results with it in the past doing the advanced workouts. After I had my baby 2 years ago, I didn't work out regularly for over a year and was looking for something to get back into exercising with. This one is SO perfect! I asked for the 30-Day Shred for Christmas last year and did it as many days of the week as I could. On days I had more time, I would still throw in a Tae-Bo or do 2 of Jillian's Shred workouts in a row. I did each level 10 times until I was done (took me about 2 months). During that time I lost my baby weight and was back into my pre-baby jeans! Then I went back to work full time. It has been 6 months now and I finally am starting to work out REGULARLY (again). I went back to the 30-Day Shred series because for 20 minutes a day, it DOES NOT waste my time! As a busy full-time working mom, I don't want to waste my time I could be spending with my daughter on something that is not going to be worth it and, frankly, not kick my butt! This one does every time :) Afterward, my body feels almost as "worked" as when I used to do my 1-hour Tae-Bo workouts (which I will still throw in every once in awhile when I have more time because they are fun). This workout makes every spare minute you have count! - posted by Amie on 10/20/2009 |
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| SOLID! |
| Excellent compact routines for when you're short on time, or you could add another cardio DVD to each portion for a longer workout! Jillian's videos have improved with time; she is much less nervous than when she started. I'll know I'm in great shape when I can do all three shred segments for one killer workout! You can vary weights depending on the exercise - for example, I use heavier weights for the lunges. And......HIT IT, GIRLS!!! - posted by Susan W. on 9/14/2009 |
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| Great DVD, difficult but rewarding! |
| I am a beginning exerciser, and have been working out again for six months. I recently got this one and wow!!! It's difficult- but for some reason I keep choosing it day after day. I love Jillian's attitude, she gets me to push myself harder than any other video. And it's 20 minutes so I feel I can do it - and not give up even when I'm dying. And believe me you do feel like dying!! The moves are straightforward, I tried Turbo Jam and couldn't keep up with the moves the first time so it turned me off b/c I didn't feel I was getting a good enough workout when I had to pay attention to form and moves the whole time. This one you can follow and get a great workout the first time. I have been on level one with three pound weights for two months, but I want to feel really good about it before I move on (maybe be able to do those full pushups). I have noticed the biggest change in my arms and shoulders. Excellent, excellent DVD! Love Jillian as an instructor. - posted by Nina on 9/11/2009 |
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 good workout |
| When I 1st bought this DVD I could barely get through 1 circuit now I do all 3 at once and alternate it with her "no more trouble zones" dvd. I like the variety and I feel good when I'm done. - posted by Andrea on 9/9/2009 |
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| Jillian delivers with this video! |
| I'm a 28 year old woman and prefer video's that deliver results quickly. I would say my fitness level is intermediate. Previous to working out to this dvd, I had been doing the jumprope sport dvd workout for a month. I thought I would be prepared endurance wise, but level 1 still kicked my butt!! I started at level 1 and did every level for 10 days with 1 day off a week. I have finished my 30 days and can tell you that if you stick with it as I did you will get results!! I lost 4 inches and 10 pounds. I bet I could've lost more weight/inches if I followed a stricter diet. I actually went clothes shopping for the first time in about 8 months!! - posted by Kristin on 9/8/2009 |
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| Good quick but effective Workout |
| I've been working out for 10 years now but have slacked off on weight training for about 4 years now. I did Jillian's Cardio Kickboxing and had to do it twice. I was working out 3 days a week for 45 minutes at a time. I did this workout 3 times last week in addition to some bicycling, because I honestly didn't think I could handle this workout two days in a row. I only own 5 lb. weights right now, so it's using a total of 10 pounds, which makes this hard because my arms are very weak. I'm also not a fan of pushups and could only do the first set of the modified ones when I started it. So far this week, I've done the workout 2 days in a row without a problem. I'm hoping to do at least 5-6 days straight. I got through the 2 sets of modified pushups, which is still my least favorite part of the workout. However, I am hoping to be able to do regular pushups soon! I am not going to move on to Level 2 until I can do the pushups the regular way. The other moves aren't so hard, it's just that I need to buy 2 or 3 pound weights and alternate. I have had experience doing the lunges with the bicep curls before so using the 5 pound weights during that is best. I also watched the whole DVD and the first time I did it, I did Level 1 and Level 2 and I couldn't walk for almost a week. To me, Level 2 seems harder than Level 3 which I haven't even attempted yet, this is on appearance alone. I'm not a fan of planks either, and had a hard time with those. (back issues/form issues) However, I feel like this will help me get back into strength training. I think this workout is great, definitely more for intermediate to advanced though. I wouldn't recommend for someone who hasn't ever worked out before. - posted by Jennifer on 9/7/2009 |
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| This is not just for woman! |
| I am a 52 year old man and have always been in pretty good shape from lifting and running almost all my life. But the 30 day shred does far more in far less time. If you are like me, you'll be gasping, sweating and your body will change after 3 workouts. You can feel that you are leaner and if you stay with it, it gets easier, which means you are stronger. If you are at the stage (like me)where you are only looking to lose 4-5 pounds, then this must be combined with a strict diet. This program saves time, is cheap and will also whip a man's butt! - posted by JohnK on 9/5/2009 |
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| It worked for me....It can work for you! |
| I have been doing this workout for about 30 days now, and I have lost about 10 pounds, and am also very toned. I went from a size 7-9 down to a size 5...in 30 days! To me that's awesome! I think Jillian is great! She is really motivating and not annoying or too pushy. I love how she's always pushing you to not quit early because you know you want to! I have just started on level 2 because personally I was afraid to move on and honestly Level 1 is still a butt kicker for me.... I add the 5 lb weights to almost everything, such as the butt kicks and the punches, and use 10 lb weights on a few of the moves and that makes for an even better workout! For those people on here complaining about the music not going with the steps or whatever....seriously? these moves are so easy to follow, and if your really working on your workout, then your not paying attention to the music because I haven't noticed any of those problems. I was a beginner 30 days ago and I definitely recommend purchasing it and letting Jillian kick your butt!!! - posted by Renee on 8/27/2009 |
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