I know I said that I was going to start tomorrow, but I ended up just doing it tonight It did take a lot out of me, and I had to skip a few parts (i.e. missing 3 jumping jacks, etc.) but I am excited to continue and do it again tomorrow. I am definitely hoping that it does get easier as I get used to the workouts.

i did day 1 yesterday, bit sore today, especially as im not used to doing exercise of ANY kind lol! ... but i thought it was good really enjoyed it. not sure if it will aid my weight loss though, ive read its more for those looking for the last 10-20lbs of weight loss not those (like me) wanting CONSIDERABLY more .. but at least its something ....

interested to see how this progresses

I completely disagree with whoever wrote that! It works for everyone. And boy does it work. I did level one for about a month off and on, maybe 20 days. Then level one again for a couple weeks. Not any level 2 or 3 lol. I started 30 day the day I took my first pic in my sig, and was coninuing when I took that second pic. I can see a huge difference. Wish I'd kept up with it, but I got a difficult job and was bored of it. I am re starting it again today.

And, this time I can actually do the jumping jacks, and not stop every 2 minutes lol. It's good for any weight IMO.

The thing for me was Jillian said not to modify- not even jumping jacks. I disagree if you read around the forum many of us modified in the start and it still worked. The day I started jumping jacks killed me. And killed my weak knees. I bounced and did my arms instead of jumping. I also didn't do any kind of push ups- girl ones or real ones until about 6 days in. I jogged in place instead. As long as yer moving and trying your body will really amaze you. I swear by the 30 day shred and I'm excited to see what it'll do for me this time! Anyways, that's just my two cents!

And to everyone starting it, good luck, try to stick with it, take pictures or measure and use music, cause if you don't hate Jillian talking already you will VERY SOON. lol

This thread, was the one I read before starting 30 day and I agree with it. It helped me a lot when I started for anyone who may be interested.

http://www.leavingfatville.com/2011/...s-level-1.html

Also, I found the stretches were just not long enough for me. I stretched longer in the warm up and cool down- especially in the cool down. I don't really think there is any such thing as stretching too much.

I just did my level 1 day 1 workout and it kicked my ***!

I was so proud that I kept with it til the end, but the side lunges plus the lift killed me, I wasn't able to do a full set.

According to my new fitbit (!!!) however I only burned 147 calories - here's hoping I actually did a bit more than that considering how wiped I was.

I did day 2 today and it has already started getting a little easier. I still had to miss a couple of the jumping jacks so I could catch my breath and have a sip of water. The workout really does fly by. I think that I will begin listening to music while doing the workout as someone previously mentioned, that may make it go by even faster!

I incorporate 30DS into my other exercises. I'm on Level 3 and it's by far my favorite. I still have to do the wimp version of a couple moves but I'm getting better. Good luck to all of you just starting!!

I bought it in October I can tell that it really works but after 3 days my body was just so sore that I gave it up. Maybe I'll try again.

Day 3 is the WORST! If you can push through that, you'll be okay.

I did Day 6 yesterday (sort of) at the gym instead of using the video at home. I say sort of, because I did 15 minutes cardio followed by the strength routines with free weights, then abs. It was pretty busy, so I couldn't just hop from one thing to the other and back.

Blueberries It was so hard after day 3 that I had trouble picking up my toddler! OMG. LOL. I haven't seriously worked out since before the holiday's. I'm going to get my strength up a little and then give it another try.

Day 7: I hate jumping jacks!

Honestly, I started out with no weights, because I couldn't find mine! I still can't (where ARE they???), so I'm using cans for now. I think my strength built up that way, though. I guarantee I'll be on Level 1 for more than 10 days, but who cares?

Yesterday I did day 2 of level 1, I was impressed with myself for not being sore, thinking I must be in better shape than I thought...well I woke up this morning and damn! Soreness with a vengeance! Still, I'm looking forward to doing it today.

I'm hoping to lose a bit of weight or inches in four to five days at least since there is a really slinky dress I want to wear for an event! How soon was it for you guys to see a difference? Even if it is in mm or grams!

I just finished Day 5, level one. My endurance is definitely better. I love the abs and punching, hate the jumping jacks and arm raises with weights.

I feel like there is a strong body coming together inside, i seem to be standing taller due to a stronger core. When I weighed myself yesterday, I had gained almost 4 lbs!!! Could that be muscle? I sure hope so.

twish awesome you're seeing improvements! Tangible changes makes it all worthwhile

Here is a great sticky in this forum on gaining weight when exercising: http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/exer...ng-weight.html. Basically what you're seeing is water weight, or the muscles retaining water as they repair. It happens when you adopt a new exercise. Muscle is very, very difficult to build- as the sticky says it is 1-2 lbs at most for women, and that's only when using very heavy lifting regimens. Further, muscle can only built if you are eating OVER maintenance. Muscle can't be built if you're eating at a deficit (reduced calories). You should see the weight drop off over the next week as your body adjusts to your new exercise and releases the body

Keep up the good work!

Thanks for your post indiblue, and for the link. I'm also working with a kettlebell everyday, so there's definitely been an increase in my activity and a change in the type of activity.

I'm trying to focus on how my body feels rather than the lbs, but look forward to seeing them start to go down again. Thanks for your words of encouragement!