Just finished phase 1, which I extended to 4 weeks of workout before my break week. I did this because I'll be away for part of my next week and it will be easier to do cardio/rest than a full routine. I understand why the program is prescribed as 3 weeks of workouts, this 4th was killer! (the brochure says you can extend up to 6 weeks/phase
I'm not following the diet, but I eat very well (and high protein) anyways. I haven't lost a single pound according to the scale, but I know that fat has decreased and muscle/definition has increased, so I consider it a win so far. I'm not really in it to lose weight, I dropped 35 pounds in the spring when I took up running. My goal is stronger core, better muscle definition. Got a bit of a tweak in my back that hopefully the week off will help.
As for supplements, I've been taking Jack3d a few times a week when I'm going to be doing long workouts. That **** gets you pumped up- don't take it less than 6 hours before bed unless you plan on drinking to help you sleep! I mentioned I already eat high protein. I'm using Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard and their Platinum Whey (both chocolate, yum)- made a delicious chocolate pumpkin recovery drink yesterday. I've also been running in addition to the videos. Nothing too major, 3 or 4 ~4 mile runs a week.... Running is my de-stress activity (been drinking less) so I have to do it.
DRINK WATER! I'm back in school now, so that has severely limited my intake and I'm down to about 100-128oz a day- if you're looking to lose weight, this will help!