Looking for Support/Motivation for Jillian workouts :)
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Hello everyone!
Is it too late to join your group? I am in need of motivation/support.
I have been trying to lose the same 12-15 lbs for over a year with ups and downs. I am trying to focus on body fat % more now instead since my ultimate goal is to be tone. I love working out with Jillian DVD's and plan to workout tonight with either 30DS or Ripped in 30.
How is everyone doing? Any food or workout advice that has helped you stay with it?
I have a group I'm trying to bring back to life again lol I started 30ds along with others we can sure use more Active members for support n motivation I started 30ds in January but quit in mid feb had good 10 day results tho but I'm determined to finish through this time
Group LInk:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/50118-jillian-michael-workouts
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Hi all!
I am currently on Level 2 Day 6 of the 30DS. This is my second? time trying and I have never made it all the way through. I am a little worried because I have a "vacation" (going across country to meet the boyfriend's fam!) planned starting a week from tomorrow. I will probably be on Level 3 Day 2 or 3 when I leave. I will be gone for 5 days and while I plan to be active (swimming, hiking, etc), I wasn't planning on bringing the shred. My muscles won't completely forget how to work in 5 days, right? :laugh:
Also, something I noticed, my abs are never sore the next day after a workout. They are sore when I attempt the first crunch and continue but never a lasting soreness like my legs. Had my boyfriend watch me do it one time to check my form and he says I'm ok on that...any advice or is this normal?
Call me crazy..my laptop, weights and DVD go with me almost everywhere...even to our sheep shows. I get up extra early and get it done before everyone else wakes up. I get itchy if I go two days in a row with no workout.0 -
Music: I try to workout in the morning. I leave for school at 6:30, so yes, I get up at 4:30 am to work out! AHHHH! I remind myself that by doing it in the morning, I don't have to do it when I get home! That's also why I like her 30 min workouts because they're so much easier that early in the morning. I do the longer ones on Saturdays.
**Although I plan to do another 5K at the end of May, so I will be getting back into running when I get home. I hurt my ankle back in Oct and was in PT for over 3 months. I think it's stable enough now. I've done some 15 min walk 1 min/jog 1 min workouts and it's doing well! And I am NOT a runner, sooo yeahhhh....lolol hehe
I will be trying a new program in a couple of weeks---21 Day Fix. Shhhhhhh don't tell JM LOLOL These workouts are 30 min (supposedly LOL) and the program seems to be similar to what I do now with JM! yayyyy!
If anyone would like to be pals, feel free to add. I have a very small friends list. I am very supportive and love support in return
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Man, some of you people are hard-core!
Took day off today as should were sore enough to have me looking for tiger balm at 3 am!!!
I like the structure of jm with her 30 days, or six week plans,I might try a fitness blender programme next,been hearing good things about them, and I love their workouts.0 -
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Good Morning Everyone
Wow! Great to see so much chatter on here over the weekend - I'm wondering if I should start up a group for us? I know a few people have mentioned (myself included ) that we are doing other workouts as well as JM so I could start a general Fitness and Strength one before we hit our allotted 500 posts! Let me know what you think
A little too much for me to comment personally on this morning before i have to get the school run started, but great to see everyone is so dedicated to what they are doing. Ladies you are all truly inspirational to me and definitely keep me motivated - I have found the last week so hard with my cough and cold, but reading everyone's posts really does spur me on, so thank you all :happy:
I managed a total of about 2 full workouts i think last week which i was really sad about but I although i am still not quite right i am raring to go again this week. Back to the beginning of the Shred for me but this time ALL with 3kg weights - something i've not done before! 65 sleeps to my holiday so i figure i can do 1 round shred with 3s and 1 round RIP with 3s before we go (as well as the additional 30day fat burn YouTube workouts) and hopefully that will be a good start. I'm not taking JM with me on hols, but i the hotel has wifi so i'm hoping to continue the YouTube videos
Right..time just disappears! Especially since our clocks changed yesterday and i'm still all befuddled thinking i've got longer than i have!
Welcome to everyone joining, this is a great thread for motivation and support :happy:
Have a great start to the week everyone :happy: Di x0 -
Group would be an excellent idea...is it easy to do?
Good luck with the shred again (btw where's holiday to?) 0 -
Ran errands and then went out to the skeet range Saturday..so didnt get my video in..however didnt eat a whole bunch til the evening..half a t-bone and some reduced fat Kemps ice cream (with jimmies!)..
burned thru Ripped in 30 level 2 and ESNS level 1 on Sunday and then spent the day outside doing "Stuff". made some skinnytaste Mango Bread (sans coconut and nuts) for the family..got the thumbs up from both my guys..who love Mangos.
Pushed REALLY hard thru level 2 ripped this morning with my own additions..I was a sweating mess by the time it was done! LOL0 -
Good Morning, A brand new week. We don't talk about diets too much but I have started my own mini sugar detox today. It will last 7 days then I should be back on track without my cravings getting the best of me. I usually eat clean but I have been slacking---this will put me back in the swing. Here is to day 1!!! Water water water!
I got up and did level four of ripped in 30. I am liking this program and will do it again with heavy weights and more advance moves. I prepared my clean eating for next couple of days so I am good to go. No sugar for this girl!!! Wish me luck!!!
Hope everyone has a happy healthy day!!0 -
Good Morning, A brand new week. We don't talk about diets too much but I have started my own mini sugar detox today. It will last 7 days then I should be back on track without my cravings getting the best of me. I usually eat clean but I have been slacking---this will put me back in the swing. Here is to day 1!!! Water water water!
I got up and did level four of ripped in 30. I am liking this program and will do it again with heavy weights and more advance moves. I prepared my clean eating for next couple of days so I am good to go. No sugar for this girl!!! Wish me luck!!!
Hope everyone has a happy healthy day!!
If I may offer a pinch of advice in your sugar detox? find a healthy food that seems to quell the sugar urge..mine is baby carrots or the Dole frozen tropical fruit..best of luck!0 -
Thanks great idea. I have a yonana machine. A homemade frozen fruit treat. I already have my banana's and berries frozen. I also drink green tea with a little local honey and that can usually help the cravings.0
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YEP! In fact, its almost time for my afternoon fruit fix! I truly beleive it has helped..I was REALLY good with no sugar before the hollidays..then I baked..I love to bake..just because I truly do..and I kept baking til just afew weeks ago..when that crap is in the house, its tempting...
I ost weight before..the unhealthy way with HCG..but when I went back to "normalcy" I rationalized bad stuff and overeating by "oh its just once"..but it wasnt..its better if I dont even have anything like that in the house. my kiddo loves treats..and being 13 and playing upteen million sports Im sure he burns off his three cookies in 30 minutes..I dont..LOL..nor does DH..
So, am keeping healthier alternatives to the sugary stuff in the house..0 -
Morning everyone
It seems like everyone has great ideas for curbing the sugar cravings My 'go to' is always fruit (which i know is still sugar) but i do try to stick to berries when i can, sadly they are pretty expensive and go soft pretty fast so they always get eaten quickly! I have yet to try the frozen banana but i'm going to when the weather gets a bit warmer!
Lobster - good luck with your detox, hope you are feeling better on it already :happy:
TX - I find it hard having the food in the house that i don't want to have around too. My children are pretty good and will generally choose reasonably well but they do love chocolate and biscuits too! They never stop moving though so i'm sure it burns off easily and i don't to demonize any kind of food for them. Great job with your workouts - fabulous to add your own moves to them and get a great burn :happy:
How is everyone else doing?
Didn't get my early workout in today as I had a terrible night (nose completely blocked so couldn't breathe) but even if it isn't done with me i am done with this cold and will make sure i workout later
Lucy - My holiday is to California :bigsmile: taking the children to Disney for the first time and doing all the other tourist things too including a Ghost Town and Joshua Tree National Park. I haven't been for over 10 years so I'm really looking forward to it - last time i went i was obese with not a shred of toning or muscle on show... I remember how hot i used to get because i would hide my wobbly bits (i.e. my entire self) with long clothes! Not this time :bigsmile:
Wishing you all a great Tuesday, I'll set up the group later today and let you all know the link :happy: Di x0 -
doubled up yesterday and got froggy and did level 4 ripped this morning..forgot all the Plyometric stuff she throws in there! Was fun though. Hope everyone has a great day!0
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Up early and completed workout 4 of ripped in 30. I also managed a 90min walk last night. The weather so beautiful my walking partner and I didn't want stop at our usual hour. doing great on my sugar detox plan but it's only day 2 lol.
So tonight is the night that I get to see Jillian in person. Her maximize your tour in the city and I am going. So excited...I wish I could swing the VIP but probably not.(they may still be an upgrade at the last minute) It should be interesting...I am bringing one of my booklets from her body revolution for her to sign - just in case I get that lucky!!!
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Hi TXRanchGirl,
I need to try the morning routine again. It is so hard getting up so early since i have a commute but i agree things often change throughout the day and I don't always workout.
I have been trying to drink more water through the day to help fill me up and stay dehydrated.
How many days do you workout?
Thanks for the support.Music, Ive found getting up FIRST thing and doing my workout then helps..as my day progresses, my plans may change, I may loose focus. Id rather get it over and know its done..and if I can squeeze an afternoon work in, thats great too!
Lots of water..I did not drink nearly enough before..and I can tell when I havent drank enough now. I use Mio to flavor it..probably not the "Best" but its what works for me. I try to fill half my plate with veggies or fruit at each meal. lean protein..limit my carbs and try to keep sugar away.
I put effort into EVERY workout I do. I focus on my form..even if Im tired, I make sure my form is RIGHT so I get the best burn.
I remember how I felt before and how I feel now..
and I envision certain floozys I know in front of me while doing my kickboxing circuits..now THAT will bring strength forth! LOL0 -
Music: I try to workout in the morning. I leave for school at 6:30, so yes, I get up at 4:30 am to work out! AHHHH! I remind myself that by doing it in the morning, I don't have to do it when I get home! That's also why I like her 30 min workouts because they're so much easier that early in the morning. I do the longer ones on Saturdays.
**Although I plan to do another 5K at the end of May, so I will be getting back into running when I get home. I hurt my ankle back in Oct and was in PT for over 3 months. I think it's stable enough now. I've done some 15 min walk 1 min/jog 1 min workouts and it's doing well! And I am NOT a runner, sooo yeahhhh....lolol hehe
I will be trying a new program in a couple of weeks---21 Day Fix. Shhhhhhh don't tell JM LOLOL These workouts are 30 min (supposedly LOL) and the program seems to be similar to what I do now with JM! yayyyy!
If anyone would like to be pals, feel free to add. I have a very small friends list. I am very supportive and love support in return
-Erin
Hi Erin,
Thanks for the response and support. I think i will try and work out in the morning at least a few times a week. I also like the HIT cardio besides Jillian. I like the short workouts too!
How are your workouts going?0 -
again ... sounds like I'm THE ONLY guy who does Jillian ... I'm on week 11 of Body Revolution , I cant wait to get a brake from her lol0
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Hey alllll!
Well, did JMBR disc 2 yesterday and it was good. Not a big calorie burner, but I can already feel my biceps getting rippppped LOL hahahaha! No workout today. Wasn't feeling well this afternoon. booooo
Will be doing JMBR disc 3 tomorrow morning and then maybe something else when I get home from work! We'll see
@fercar: congrats on almost completing body revolution!! it's a great program!!0 -
Which JM do you do?? She has several. I do the 6weeks 6pack along with BeFit 30 day butt lift. I love it!0
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Good Morning Everyone
I started the group :happy: It is called (rather un-originally!) Support and Motivation for JM and other workouts, but any other suggestions greatly received! I have posted a new topic called General Discussion, but of course now we are a group we can post more specific topics for help and discussion
This is the link:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/20707-support-and-motivation-for-jm-and-other-workouts
Looking forward to continuing our great group :bigsmile:
paula - generally i use Shred, Rip, NMTZ and BFBM but i do favour the shorter ones. I'm also using BeFit - their 30 Day Fat burn is pretty good.
chmtastic - sorry you were feeling bad yesterday, but great job on the BR, how was disc 3 today?
fercar - welcome I think there are many guys who do JM - my DH included - maybe not so many who also post?! congrats on week 11 of BR - what do you plan to do next?
music - great that you are doing so well with your workouts - I agree it is tough to get up in the morning, but like the others i find if i can just manage to get up and get on with it i feel so much better afterwards and it doesn't matter what happens during the day! How are you doing fitting the extra water in - it is one of my biggest weaknesses! I really must try harder to drink more water!
lobster - so how was Jillian in person? Did you get your booklet signed? I hope you got a lot out of it :happy: Great job with the Rip and the walking...the nicer weather makes such a difference doesn't it!
TX - Great job with L4 RIP - can't say i've ever thought the plyo moves were fun
but they certainly do work
How is everyone else doing? Hope you are all having a great week so far...
Good morning here, managed to haul myself out of bed for the first time this week (have had to do afternoon workouts last two days as i just haven't managed) and i'm feeling better for it - although i would like to go back to bed now not work! ::laugh: Really hadn't realised how complacent i had become - using the 3kg and doing all the advanced moves for three days and i can certainly feel it - which i hadn't done for a while until now!
Wishing you all a fabulous day, hopefully see you all over in the group!
Di :happy:
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Good Morning Jillian Michaels Fans, glad to see everyone here is still motivated and motivating me...Just started 30 day shred last week for the second go around. I was planning the Hard Body DVD but it wasn't available on iTunes and I couldn't find it in Walmart.
Leaving for Dominican Republic on Friday (booked Tuesday last minute...) so no time to lose 5 lbs before I go away. So I will have to watch what I eat at the buffet so all my hard work isn't entirely gone in one week. Apparently the resort has a decent fitness center so I will have to take advantage of that a few times. Hopefully get a few nice long walks in and theres always the "corny aerobics beside the pool"!
I wish JM was coming to Toronto! I will have to check that actually.....please let us know how your adventure was at her show. She was on our local talk show last Wednesday promoting Bodyshred at Goodlife Fitness and only got a 4 minute timeslot. I thought how rude!! She deserves way more than that. Oh well..
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Water is GOOD...Its funny..(and I dont log my water on MFP like I should) on weekends, when my water consumption is usually lowest..I can FEEL it..:)..At work at my desk, I am chugging water all day, but weekends at home, I forget to drink my water..except at mealtimes. Remember..if you feel "hungry", drink some water and wait..alot of times its thirst, not hunger.
I workout everyday..I take the approach of my body telling me when I need a day of rest...this doesnt work for all..but it works for me...I try to take one rest day a week though. Some days I will double my workout..or workout in the AM and run in the PM
Slept thru my alarm this AM..so no workout..:(..will try and get it in this evening..if not, its an unplanned rest day..booo!
SarahHi TXRanchGirl,
I need to try the morning routine again. It is so hard getting up so early since i have a commute but i agree things often change throughout the day and I don't always workout.
I have been trying to drink more water through the day to help fill me up and stay dehydrated.
How many days do you workout?
Thanks for the support.Music, Ive found getting up FIRST thing and doing my workout then helps..as my day progresses, my plans may change, I may loose focus. Id rather get it over and know its done..and if I can squeeze an afternoon work in, thats great too!
Lots of water..I did not drink nearly enough before..and I can tell when I havent drank enough now. I use Mio to flavor it..probably not the "Best" but its what works for me. I try to fill half my plate with veggies or fruit at each meal. lean protein..limit my carbs and try to keep sugar away.
I put effort into EVERY workout I do. I focus on my form..even if Im tired, I make sure my form is RIGHT so I get the best burn.
I remember how I felt before and how I feel now..
and I envision certain floozys I know in front of me while doing my kickboxing circuits..now THAT will bring strength forth! LOL0 -
The Jillian show last night was great - I think I love her even more!! She talked for more than 2 hours and then answered questions. Very Jillian!!! I got a lot from it. Most of the stuff we really already know.... but just take a step further and do it!!!
So with that said I am on day three of my mini sugar detox and doing well... just a little tired and a little headache that comes and goes. But usually after day three that gets better. Increasing my water today so I will be good for 4 more days. Then I should be back to my clean eating without the hard cravings and I should be able to make the better choices.
I also got up and did my ripped in 30!
Hope everyone has a happy healthy day!!!0 -
lobster888 - Nice! I listen to her podcast sometimes, but I'd love to actually listen to her speak. Also, good luck with your sugar detox!
I think I've gone certifiably insane. I doubled up on the 30DS today. Level 3, Day 5...and then I threw in Level 1 switching between 3kg and 1kg weights if I felt like the lighter weights were too easy for the exercise, like the squat rows. I can feel new shin splints in the front and sides of my shins - I think tomorrow's gonna be a rest day.0 -
Morning Everyone
I posted in the group already, here is the link for those who haven't seen it..
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/20707-support-and-motivation-for-jm-and-other-workouts
Ceal - Great job with the doubling, i'm sure after your rest day you'll feel fitter and stronger than ever
Lobster - Brilliant that you got so much out of seeing Jillian. Well done with the sugar detox too - i think general consensus with a lot of food and exercise related things are that they get easier (or less difficult) after the first few days Which RIP level are you doing now?
Sarah - Wish i could be like you with the water consumption I think a lot of my problem is that i am usually soooo cold i really don't want a cold drink of any kind and end up having decaff coffee! Hopefully the weather will get better here soon and i'll be chugging away! Hope you got your workout in last night
cbraun - Great job re-starting the Shred, I have just re-started L1 too and upped my weights. Awesome that you're off to the Dominican Republic, and a total bonus if you can get some exercise as well as enjoying your holiday Hope you have a great time
Good workout here this morning - still feeling very challenged since i upped the weights which is great, hopefully my body will respond and i'll have that sixpack in no time No chance of an extra workout here today as it's my really busy day with work, school, clubs and activities!
Hope you all have a really great Thursday, Di :happy:0 -
Good Morning Everyone
I started the group :happy: It is called (rather un-originally!) Support and Motivation for JM and other workouts, but any other suggestions greatly received! I have posted a new topic called General Discussion, but of course now we are a group we can post more specific topics for help and discussion
This is the link:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/20707-support-and-motivation-for-jm-and-other-workouts
Looking forward to continuing our great group :bigsmile:
paula - generally i use Shred, Rip, NMTZ and BFBM but i do favour the shorter ones. I'm also using BeFit - their 30 Day Fat burn is pretty good.
chmtastic - sorry you were feeling bad yesterday, but great job on the BR, how was disc 3 today?
fercar - welcome I think there are many guys who do JM - my DH included - maybe not so many who also post?! congrats on week 11 of BR - what do you plan to do next?
music - great that you are doing so well with your workouts - I agree it is tough to get up in the morning, but like the others i find if i can just manage to get up and get on with it i feel so much better afterwards and it doesn't matter what happens during the day! How are you doing fitting the extra water in - it is one of my biggest weaknesses! I really must try harder to drink more water!
lobster - so how was Jillian in person? Did you get your booklet signed? I hope you got a lot out of it :happy: Great job with the Rip and the walking...the nicer weather makes such a difference doesn't it!
TX - Great job with L4 RIP - can't say i've ever thought the plyo moves were fun but they certainly do work
How is everyone else doing? Hope you are all having a great week so far...
Good morning here, managed to haul myself out of bed for the first time this week (have had to do afternoon workouts last two days as i just haven't managed) and i'm feeling better for it - although i would like to go back to bed now not work! ::laugh: Really hadn't realised how complacent i had become - using the 3kg and doing all the advanced moves for three days and i can certainly feel it - which i hadn't done for a while until now!
Wishing you all a fabulous day, hopefully see you all over in the group!
Di :happy:
ETA a word missed out!
well .... I'm gonna start T25 once I'm done with JMBR ... another 90 days on an intensive program will leave me right on my goals and ready for maintenance
I may then start lifting complemented with cardio
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Hey everyone! I'm new to the thread, and just joined the group.
I'm looking for info (results) with JM's 30 Day SLIMDOWN rotation. I've tried 30DS in the past but got bored (though it was tough). I have a vacay in ~30 days and I've been thinking of changing my current workout anyways, so thought it might be nice to kick my own butt with 30D SD.
I didn't read through all of the posts here since they seemed to be mostly updates--great job btw everyone!!
Anyone completed the slimdown/heard reviews? Google isn't really producing too much for me, and neither is the mfp search!
I have bad knees so that's something I struggled with, with 30ds, but I'm hoping by mixing it up it won't be so bad?0
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