Who wants to start Jillians 30 Day Shred with me?

luvmykid28

Okay I just had to post this! It made me CRACK UP!!

"Day 3 - I coupled the 30 Day Shred with a 10K run this morning. Many people have asked if the Shred is going to replace my normal workouts. NO! I have a 15 mile trail run in 1 month, and although I do believe this is a great workout, I also know it does not replace running 20 – 25 miles a week. So, I view the Shred as a "supplement" to my training. However, I think it could be an excellent stand-alone workout for others! I had a great time this morning "shredding." Jillian, you are truly growing on me…I just love the "You can do it!" attitude. However, the fitness models irritate me. Anita, you make it look too easy. I can’t even breathe during the modified workouts and there you are, bouncing around like you’re on crack. Oh, Anita!! I’m still doing modified push-ups for most of the push-ups, but I’m trying to slowly switch to the real thing."

--http://www.healthytippingpoint.com/2009/03/30-day-shred-challenge.html

Anita might make it look easy, but I caught her taking a break during the lunges. She stopped lunging but kept doing the arms. LOL!!!

luvmykid28

I love that the abs are not all at the end, but broken up into segments. I hate abs, but I have been doing them all.

mydoc3

Good job, everyone! It's awesome to be part of such an inspiring and dedicated group! It's tough to do this every day, but I expect that our before and after pics will be AMAZING! :happy:

I keep forgetting to take my pics!

StephanieJ82

day 4 done! I used 5 pounders instead of 3 for SOME of the lifts... wow. arms are jello. :P

alibur85

Okay I just had to post this! It made me CRACK UP!!

"Day 3 - I coupled the 30 Day Shred with a 10K run this morning. Many people have asked if the Shred is going to replace my normal workouts. NO! I have a 15 mile trail run in 1 month, and although I do believe this is a great workout, I also know it does not replace running 20 – 25 miles a week. So, I view the Shred as a "supplement" to my training. However, I think it could be an excellent stand-alone workout for others! I had a great time this morning "shredding." Jillian, you are truly growing on me…I just love the "You can do it!" attitude. However, the fitness models irritate me. Anita, you make it look too easy. I can’t even breathe during the modified workouts and there you are, bouncing around like you’re on crack. Oh, Anita!! I’m still doing modified push-ups for most of the push-ups, but I’m trying to slowly switch to the real thing."

--http://www.healthytippingpoint.com/2009/03/30-day-shred-challenge.html

Anita might make it look easy, but I caught her taking a break during the lunges. She stopped lunging but kept doing the arms. LOL!!!

I saw that TOO!! She's such a cheater!

kdsmith

I did day 4 but really did not want to. I had no time to do it until after my children were in bed and I will remember to never wait that late again as I just had no motivation (well, I obviously had quite a bit from this board as I didn't want to come on and say that I missed a day, lol!!!).
Kim

StephanieJ82

I did day 4 but really did not want to. I had no time to do it until after my children were in bed and I will remember to never wait that late again as I just had no motivation (well, I obviously had quite a bit from this board as I didn't want to come on and say that I missed a day, lol!!!).
Kim

thats great! lol, Thats the point I guess. We are held accountable now.

k_ewilliams

If we miss a day, can we just do the vid twice the next day? haha do you think that works out?

snkeller24

If we miss a day, can we just do the vid twice the next day? haha do you think that works out?

Ha, I know right! I'm in the same boat ... and I feel bad for skipping because I don't even have a good excuse.

kdsmith

Okay I just had to post this! It made me CRACK UP!!

"Day 3 - I coupled the 30 Day Shred with a 10K run this morning. Many people have asked if the Shred is going to replace my normal workouts. NO! I have a 15 mile trail run in 1 month, and although I do believe this is a great workout, I also know it does not replace running 20 – 25 miles a week. So, I view the Shred as a "supplement" to my training. However, I think it could be an excellent stand-alone workout for others! I had a great time this morning "shredding." Jillian, you are truly growing on me…I just love the "You can do it!" attitude. However, the fitness models irritate me. Anita, you make it look too easy. I can’t even breathe during the modified workouts and there you are, bouncing around like you’re on crack. Oh, Anita!! I’m still doing modified push-ups for most of the push-ups, but I’m trying to slowly switch to the real thing."

--http://www.healthytippingpoint.com/2009/03/30-day-shred-challenge.html

Anita might make it look easy, but I caught her taking a break during the lunges. She stopped lunging but kept doing the arms. LOL!!!

I saw that TOO!! She's such a cheater!

LOL - I am quite sure that I am doing those butt kicks faster than her...it's all about beating Anita!!!

kdsmith

If we miss a day, can we just do the vid twice the next day? haha do you think that works out?

I think that works out just fine!!! If I end up having to miss Sunday due to going away for Easter then I will definitely be doing it twice on Monday which will be punishment enough for missing a day!

tammy_ingwersen

New to this and wondering if I can join this group and what I have to do so that I can also do this

Sugar_Apple

Just completed Day 3...wonder if my neighbours are worried about me jumping up and down at 11:00pm at night LOL
I will admit its getting easier....I did no wall push ups tonight woo hoo I was able to do girl push ups only resting twice....the jumping jacks were much easier still working on the butt kicks though.....the 20 minutes fly by so fast

My only issue is after the last set of cardio my heart is pumping so the cool down feels a bit rushed....so I have to walk around for a bit and get my heart rate down a bit more then cool down

luvmykid28

Just finished Day 4 of Level 1. I was able to keep up with Natilie more tonight. I still need to do girl push ups. I was grunting tonight. My arms and legs were screaming at me. But it hurt SOOOO good...And to think I almost skipped tonight. But I knew ya'll were counting on me.



P.S. Someone I haven't seen in a couple of weeks asked me if I've lost weight today...I almost kissed her. It was my 1st "have you lost weight" comment since I began this journey March 24.

ALW65

Just finished Day 4 of Level 1. I was able to keep up with Natilie more tonight. I still need to do girl push ups. I was grunting tonight. My arms and legs were screaming at me. But it hurt SOOOO good...And to think I almost skipped tonight. But I knew ya'll were counting on me.



P.S. Someone I haven't seen in a couple of weeks asked me if I've lost weight today...I almost kissed her. It was my 1st "have you lost weight" comment since I began this journey March 24.

Isn't it fun when people start to notice that you're losing? The other thing I like (and am still amazed by) is when someone tells me I'm inspiring THEM to exercise. On one of my better weight loss attempts a girl at work who does a lot of bike riding told me my efforts were inspiring her to start eating better in addition to her exercising. She was probably only 20-30 pounds overweight and also 5'9", but now she looks like a triathlete! I think back to her now, and that inspires me to play "catch up" with her.

Between running and the shred video I'm just so proud of myself that I'm actually doing all of this exercise AND staying between 1200-1500 calories. This is by far the best I've ever done trying to reinvent myself, and so much of it is due to the support of MFP people. A big thank you to everyone on here!

Anita (but unfortunately, NOT the Anita on the video with the perfect abs)

mydoc3

Did a 4 1/2 mile walk last night and got up early to complete Day 5 this morning! I can feel myself definitely advancing with the workout. I still do the girly push ups and probably always will. And that is just fine with me. As long as I am feeling the burn in my arms I don't care...haha But I am now facing away from the tv. I know the moves well enough now and I find that I am not as bored with the workout if I am not watching them do the same thing over and over.

Barb

alibur85

New to this and wondering if I can join this group and what I have to do so that I can also do this

Sure! I started a day late, and you'd only be a few days behind us. Perhaps that can inspire you to keep going

Run to Walmart, grab the DVD and have some hand weights (3lb or 5lb are the best to start with) and press PLAY!!

GOOD LUCK!! This group is so encouraging as we all strive to be SHREDDERS!

donicagalek

Day five done. Three quick things:

1. My modified push-ups are getting much easier.
2. I find it EXTREMELY condescending when Jillian and the advanced back-up girl laugh at the beginning of the workout when they tell the viewer that if they stick with the video their body will look like hers (is that like a "yeah, right!" type joke? really?)
3. I want to kick Jillian in the face at the end when she says "'Cuz you strong!" like I'm some farm animal pushing a plow.

Mmm. Can't wait til tomorrow! X-D

ItsTerriC

WooHoo! Day 5 done. Halfway through level 1. I can do most of the shred without stopping now. Still doing about 1/2 girl pushups, but my form seems better with them so I have to work on the "real" ones. The soreness is easing more every day and the 20 minutes doesn't seem to be quite as long. I added more weight to some of the arm work and used my weights during the cardio punches. I wish the cool down was a bit longer, but I spend a few extra minutes stretching after she's done.

I looked in the mirror today and I think I see some difference in my back and legs. The tummy and arms aren't changing much, yet. That just gives me incentive to work them harder tomorrow.

butterwhi

I have done the 30 Day Shred with great results (inch wise but only lost a few pounds) and am starting Ripped in 30 on Monday. Does anyone know how approximately how many calories are burned with these work outs?

edburg

I did day 5 of level one today. I feel like it's gettin' tougher. My arms were hella hurting this morning but I kept pushing through.

StephanieJ82

Just finished Day 4 of Level 1. I was able to keep up with Natilie more tonight. I still need to do girl push ups. I was grunting tonight. My arms and legs were screaming at me. But it hurt SOOOO good...And to think I almost skipped tonight. But I knew ya'll were counting on me.



P.S. Someone I haven't seen in a couple of weeks asked me if I've lost weight today...I almost kissed her. It was my 1st "have you lost weight" comment since I began this journey March 24.

Today I was thinking about skipping because I am hung over... lol. BAD! But seeing that you did it when you were thinking about skipping makes me want to get it done. Thanks. I think I couldn't do it without this group.

and i can't wait for someone to notice my weight loss! Good for you.

Achoooo

I just started Level 3 today. I haven't lost a lot either (only have 40lbs to lose total) but lemme tell you my first day level 3 was quite a bit harder than level 1 and 2. I felt like 1 and 2 weren't a huge stretch. Funny because I like some of the level 3 exercises best but wowsa I had trouble getting through it. Hopefully by day 5 I'll be better. By 10 I'll be expert... ha yeah right! I can dream.

StephanieJ82

I have done the 30 Day Shred with great results (inch wise but only lost a few pounds) and am starting Ripped in 30 on Monday. Does anyone know how approximately how many calories are burned with these work outs?

dont know about Ripped, but i burn about 175 calories with lvl1 of the shred. i am 159lbs 5'5

Sugar_Apple

I just completed Day 4...I'm getting better everyday...especially with the push ups
Today I actually hit my butt a couple of times while doing the butt kicks LOL

StephanieJ82

I just completed Day 4...I'm getting better everyday...especially with the push ups
Today I actually hit my butt a couple of times while doing the butt kicks LOL

you are on a roll Sugar! You must feel great.
I didnt do too well today. only did 14 minutes of it half assed pace... I am thinking drinking was a bad idea last night and wont be doing it again for at least a month. Was not worth giving up all thise calories and my workout. Live and learn

k_ewilliams

Day five done. Three quick things:

1. My modified push-ups are getting much easier.
2. I find it EXTREMELY condescending when Jillian and the advanced back-up girl laugh at the beginning of the workout when they tell the viewer that if they stick with the video their body will look like hers (is that like a "yeah, right!" type joke? really?)
3. I want to kick Jillian in the face at the end when she says "'Cuz you strong!" like I'm some farm animal pushing a plow.

Mmm. Can't wait til tomorrow! X-D

Secretly, when I do the punches..I aim towards their heads. haha

kdsmith

I did Day 5 today but have to confess that I was dreading doing the same video again so I did level 2 instead!! Level 2 is definitely more interesting that the first level and the cardio challenges me quite a bit more. I'm not eating all that great what with all the Easter treats around so am not too sure if I am getting many results right now. Tomorrow I'll get back to healthy eating!
Kim

wyld_chyld

Me! Me! Me!

I need motivated with this so bad. I start it, get sore, take a break.....next thing I know I'm saying,"I'm going to start that 30 day shred...."

ChristineM79

Well, you all have motivated me to get Jillians 30 Day Shred!!! I have been taking kickboxing classes at a local studio, and I was looking for something to suppliment my workouts, since the studio isn't open every day. I am planning on starting on Monday, so I will be a little bit behind you guys. Hope you dont mind if I tag along!!! :-)