Rating: - really works
I love this DVD. I started to see results after only one week. The moves are so easy to follow... no silly dance type moves like in some other workout DVDs I have. (I'm not the most coordinated person haha) Plus, knowing I only need to devote 20 or so minutes of my time a day is really motivating. I never can find an excuse not to do it and can always fit it into my schedule. I like that you can turn off Jillian's audio and only have the music too. You'll definitely feel sore from this workout but that's because it works! And all you need are light hand weights and a mat.

One con: The introduction. There is no way to skip it. Not too bright of the creators of this DVD, who developed it knowing people would be watching it everyday. I do not need to have the workouts explained every time I press play, thanks. I did it yesterday, and the day before that. I know what to expect by now! I have to leave the DVD player on all the time if I want to avoid it.

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Rating: - Annoying trainer, but great workout
This workout video is the first one I've done more than a few times--I'm actually in a routine of doing it every other day. It works best for me with the sound turned down--Jillian's commentary is annoying, but the moves are not hard, and I can feel a difference after just a month.

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Rating: - Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred
This dvd has a great variety and it is very easy to do. I love it!

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Rating: - what a great workout!
i like Jillian from the Biggest Loser show and having this DVD is like having her right there in your room. she starts with a warm up then does cardio, weights and abs. she shows you ways to not do it, and ways that are for beginners or for advanced. i've only done this a couple times but i love it! it really get me sweating and out of breath so i know im losing weight. i recommend it!

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Rating: - Wow, just...wow
To be perfectly honest I'd never even heard of Jillian Michaels until last week. My sister was raving about her after watching her on the Biggest Loser. I desperately needed a change from my usual workout, read all the reviews here and bought the 30 Day Shred.

Holy freakin' moly! I consider myself a fit person. I do Jari Love's Slim&Lean 3-4 days a week and my job keeps me physically active everyday but I needed more cardio in my life. This DVD delivers! There are 3 different levels starting with level 1 for beginners and progressing to level 3. All are 20 minutes, about 1/2 hour with warm-up and cooldown. All combine strength and cardio and all that is required for equipment are a mat and a set of handweights. Start with a light weight and work your way up! I started with level 1 today and it literally kicked my butt. There is NO resting, if you need a drink of water you better have it right there and make it fast. There were a couple of times when I just could not finish the set even though there were only about 5 seconds left. I think she's very good at cueing and also a great motivator. She does have two others with her, with one demonstrating modified moves if you're just starting out. She also shows you the correct form for some of the moves you might hurt yourself with if not done properly.

This is my new workout DVD. I'm looking forward to progressing to the other levels to see what she has in store for us. The time absolutely flies because you're not stopping but you feel great when it's over. Really gets those endorphins flowing! It is hard but it's quick and it's fun and it's a workout that anyone can do.