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Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred
The Biggest Loser trainer's new exercise DVD promises rapid weight loss
BACKGROUND
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Fitness Guru and NBC’s Biggest Loser trainer, Jillian Michaels, has a repertoire of exercise DVDs, books and vitamins to help you get in shape and stay fit. Her latest DVD, Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred, includes three separate workouts designed to give your body the strength, form and power it dreams of having. The DVD, when done according to Michaels’ plan, is supposed to help you lose up to 20 pounds in 30 days. Jillian makes clear that this is not for substantial weight loss- but to help those looking to ditch those last 10-20 pounds through high-intensity exercise.
PRO
- Exercise is a key component to losing weight and maintaining weight loss
- Jillian Michaels is a well-known and well-respected authority on fitness for safe and effective weight loss
- Following Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred is much less expensive than paying for a gym membership
- A healthy way to lose those final pounds
CON
- Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred promise to lose “up to 20 pounds” is no guarantee
- Exercise must also be followed in conjunction with a low-calorie eating plan in order to lose weight successfully
DIET and NUTRITION
Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred does not include any specific dietary information. Even though diet is a key component to any weight-loss plan it is therefore strongly recommended to combine this DVD with one of Michaels’ eating plans or another effective dieting program that seeks to establish long-term healthy eating behaviors.
You can use 30-Day Shred along with Jillian's online weight loss program, which provides detailed guidance for nutritious eating. Joining the Jillian Michaels program online provides members with information to identify the right foods for your body type, custom calorie plan and more than 100 recipes that are both healthy and delicious.
EXERCISE
Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred includes three 20-minute workouts that get progressively more challenging as you go through them. Each workout begins with a brief warm-up session and concludes with brief cool-down session. Each of the three workouts is created with Michaels’ signature 3-2-1 Strength/Cardio/Ab training circuit in which three minutes of strength work, 2 minutes of cardiovascular work and 1 minute of abdominal work is performed.
CONCLUSION
It is no question that Jillian Michaels knows what she is talking about when it comes to fitness given her tough workouts, her unflinching motivation and her expert knowledge of physical fitness. If you've been craving those intense Biggest Loser workouts, now is your chance to do it. Her DVD, Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred, combines all of Michaels’ trademark qualities including her exclusive signature 3-2-1 Strength/Cardio/Ab training circuit.
Although the DVD promises to help you lose up to 20 pounds in 30 days, there is no guarantee that this amount of weight loss will occur. By performing the workouts on most days of the week, you will increase your cardiovascular stamina, strength and flexibility. In order to lose weight, a sound diet plan should also be followed in conjunction to the performing the workouts in 30-Day Shred.
In just thirty minutes, Michaels packs in a powerful workout that combines the core components of any successful exercise routine.
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User Feedback
(Page 2 of 7, 137 total comments)Christina
I have done two days of level 1. I love it the only thing i am worried about it the soreness of my ankles and shins...I ran and did more intense workout in the military and didn't have ankles as sore as i do now! Does this get better with time?
posted May 10th, 2011 10:02 amSandy
I am currently on Level 2 of the workout and I look and feel so much better!! I honestly think Level 2 is easier than Level 1, however, I think that may be because my body is in better condition and I've stuck with it. The video has become part of my daily routine and on the days I can't do it, I feel like I'm going through withdrawl. lol
posted May 4th, 2011 3:38 pmIt's an amazing workout and I thank Jillian for pushing me to my limits because the results are there if you stick to it! I haven't lost a ton of weight with it, but I can see the changes in my body, and I've noticed that my arms are more toned and that I actually have abs! Very happy with this workout and I recommend it for everyone. I can't say enough about how great it is!
Chattikat
This is an amazing workout and if you eat a diet plan specified for weight loss you will get amazing results. I lost four pounds in one week and that was with a healthy diet plan, even cheated once or twice! :)
posted Apr 28th, 2011 9:37 amShauna
How to stay motivated? I am debating on buying the video today... I am 5' 4" and weight 148. I have a goal weight of 128 by the end of June 2011. I need help keeping myself motivated.. any suggestions?
Josh
How is this the #1 diet? This is not a diet. It's an ad for a workout DVD!
posted Apr 13th, 2011 2:22 pmMoe
You people need to stop obsessing about the "pounds" you are or aren't losing and worry about the inches and how your clothes are fitting. If you are gaining muscle (and muscle weighs more than fat) then you won't see a lot of difference on the scale but you should see a difference in the size of your waist and the drop in dress sizes. Being skinny doesn't equal being healthy!
posted Apr 6th, 2011 1:32 pmRina
I LOVE this workout! I've just done day 7, and I've lost 2lbs so far, but I also think I've gained muscle and can already see changes in my body!
posted Apr 5th, 2011 4:34 amAlthough the weight isn't coming off quite as quickly as I hoped (as I'm on a calorie controlled diet too) I feel so much better for the exercise and the toning is definitely happening!
I want to lose 35lb over the next 4 months, so steady weight loss is fine by me, I'm not looking to drop 20lbs in a month....I just want banish it by the end of July!!!
Miss Chula
Day 2 and I feel like Ive been hit by a bus.... Felt this way after the first day BUT i know the pain is worth the goal i have placed. I hope to lose 10lbs by the end of the 30 days. If not at least see changes in my body shape... Good luck to all u ladies on the same path!!! Lets keep each other moving!!!
posted Mar 31st, 2011 10:06 pmJ.T.
I love it! Started my first day on level 1! Im gonna be so sore in the morning. I had soooo much Stamina and energy when I got done with the Video! I was cussing her the whole time but I feel sooo Much better!
posted Mar 29th, 2011 9:56 pmjamie
omg! i just done day 1 of this dvd, and i feel like iv been hit by a train! im so sore! im really hoping to see results at the end of the 30 days. im so sore i almost dread doing it 2mrrw.. but its all gonna be worth it in the long run. good luck ladys!
posted Mar 29th, 2011 12:31 amSandy E
I have been on this chocolate whey protein for one month. I have lost 13 pounds so far. I have no hunger. I eat healthier then ever. I love this whey protein. I put it in my oatmeal and yogurt mixture I eat every morning. You want be disappointed. I take only one scoop. Amazing. Thank you Jillian for this product it is a god sent. God bless you helping all of we have a better life because of you. I am starting to like myself more now every daay. My mood has improved. I love you.
posted Mar 10th, 2011 5:27 pmhappy
This workout is amazing...I'm seeing definition results after 2 weeks...I didn't do it over the two weekends, sat or sundays.. I work out regularly, but felt that I needed "intensity" and this gives it. Of course I eat a healthy diet and quit smoking...(nervouse about weight gain w/ that part) but I'm down 5 pounds...you just have to put yourself on a schedule...write down what you are eating... I do, water water water, green tea, 2 servings protein, 3 veggies, 3 fruits, 2 starches, 1 fat, 1 dairy...(sometimes a little more if I'm feeling like snacking, but don't overdo)...it's working..and I'm excited!
posted Mar 8th, 2011 3:09 amJen
Curious, I am wanting to purchase this today during my errands. Within the DVD, is there alot of jumping and bouncing around? Reason I ask is because the only open space i have is on the 3rd floor of my house, and I am not sure if my neighbors, boyfriend and step child would appreciate the sounds of a roof caving in :)
posted Mar 2nd, 2011 12:25 pmMarissa
I have been doing this and dieting for a month and I GAINED 5 lbs!!
posted Feb 25th, 2011 2:35 amFrances
Like that it's 20 mins and very intense.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 3:18 pmMichelle
I started the program 6 days ago today. I have already lost 10 pounds in just DAYS! I am also a bartender so I am on my feet for 8 hours running around 5 days a week. I HAVE NO DIETED AT ALL. I still eat everything I always have! I drink more water of course because my body craves it after the workout, but that is it! If your serious about loosing weight stick to it girls! YOU CAN DO IT. I started at 160, and am down to 150. IN 6 DAYS!
posted Feb 14th, 2011 3:50 pmKali
Im on day 20!! Almost done, yet I havent lost a single pound. I have combined this workout system with a low calorie, healthy diet plan...Ive lost a little over one inch around my wiast and look more toned everywhere. But no pound loss...Its a great work out, but I think its used for people already in shape trying to tone up.
posted Feb 9th, 2011 9:15 pmChunkyRunner
posted Jan 25th, 2011 4:40 pmThe Cons listed are: •Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred promise to lose “up to 20 pounds” is no guarantee
•Exercise must also be followed in conjunction with a low-calorie eating plan in order to lose weight successfully.
These are hardly cons. You should never feel like you will magically lose weight on any type of plan! It's a calories in-calories out=weight loss thing. Eat less, work out more and it will happen. If you do this but continue to eat junk, well what can you really expect? I am starting this in conjunction to C25K on Sunday and am curious to see the results.
Theresa
Im 15, 5'7, and about 160, im hoping to lose about 30 pounds. I just got this today in the mail and i started it right away! It sure did hurt! But totally worth it cause i can STILL feel the burn. Im not out of shape, but not 100% toned. Im hoping this DVD really does get real results quick! From the feedback it looks promising. Im excited for summer :)
posted Jan 24th, 2011 11:59 pmErin
I had my daughter 9 months ago and i'm still carrying the extra baby weight, and i decided it was time to get rid of it. I started the 30 day shred and it kicked my butt!! I am on day 3 now and i feel great. I feel like i have more energy, and more motivation to do this dvd. its making me feel better about my self...very sore but its worth it! I just hope i get good results by the end of day 30! 27 days to go!
posted Jan 14th, 2011 1:13 pm