30 Day Shred Starting 08/22/11

EPICSRT

I totally agree, I think I'll be moving on to level 2 faster than I thought I would. Granted, still not close, but i bet in 10 days or so... Also, i do the same, no pausing in between at all. BAM BAM BAM! One into the next!

Also, I'm not sure how much you weigh or your resting heart rate, but my HRM says that I am burning anywhere from 200-215 calories every time. I'm 5"3 and I weight 155 pounds!

I'm 5'10" and currently weigh in at 192 pounds. Fighting to finally get under 190! That damn 189 has a pretty good hiding place!

I'll probably have look into getting a HRM for better tracking.

cowboydan43

Oh my crap!!! I tried level 2 today. Uhm yeah. I think I might go back to level 1 tomorrow. And do level 2 every other day or something. I never had to take a break during level 1, but level 2 caused me to pause a few times. My shoulders burn...and the pendulum lunges...oh my gosh...and the plank moves for all strength, cardio, AND abs...uhm...ouch.

Uh yeah that's what I'm saying! Level 2 kicked my a**! I'm still paying for it today. Those arm exercises worked muscles I didn't even know you could work. I think level 1 and I will be friends for a little longer.

EPIC SRT- I fully agree, the side lunge feels really awkward on my knees and I find I have to constantly readjust my foot so I don't feel pain on my knee.

stephlake

L1D4 completed. Followed by L2D1 attempted. I got about 12 min in when I remembered I have bootcamp tomorrow and I don't want to be sore.
The only problem I have w/L1 is boy pushups. I can't do but a few and accepting modified just doesn't do it for me! I wanted my upper body to be stronger before moving on, however I am wanting MORE after only 20 minutes.

Also-- I need music that pumps me up not makes me think of soft porn so I have been putting on Pandora and muting Jillian. You can read her lips and it's not like there's any surprises after watching it once. :-)

adsandve

I started a bit late (technology problems). Today was D1L1! I'm pretty sure I swore at Jillian Micheals smiling face a couple of times, esp during the jumping jacks and push ups, BUT, I felt great after and am feeling a bit sore as I type this.. (That's a good sign, right?!). Looking forward to D2L1 tomorrow. (I'm doing the recommened level 1 for 10 days, level 2 for 10 days, level 3 for 10 days).

Thanks everyone for sharing their stories! It really makes me want to SHRED!

MrsRipdizzle

L1D4 completed. Followed by L2D1 attempted. I got about 12 min in when I remembered I have bootcamp tomorrow and I don't want to be sore.
The only problem I have w/L1 is boy pushups. I can't do but a few and accepting modified just doesn't do it for me! I wanted my upper body to be stronger before moving on, however I am wanting MORE after only 20 minutes.

Also-- I need music that pumps me up not makes me think of soft porn so I have been putting on Pandora and muting Jillian. You can read her lips and it's not like there's any surprises after watching it once. :-)

LMBO!!! Yes, I noticed last night that the music is very soft-porny (not that I watch that kinda stuff, LOL). I had DH sit with me and watch level 2 and level 3 (why I do this to myself I don't know, I just wanted to know what was coming...watch out world, the plank form is the starting point for almost all of her moves in level 3!). You are smart to want to get your upper body stronger before moving on...I noticed in level 2 a BIG difference in upper arm movements. A LOOOOOOT more burning and me cussing at the TV (and just using the normal 5 lb weights). Get your shoulders in shape because girls....that ish is coming and it's HARD! ;o) Surprisingly...the soreness I am experiencing so far this morning (after having done -rather, attempted- L2 yesterday) is hamstring soreness. But this could be from jogging last night in my sub with a bunch of hills (in Nike flip flops no less). I'm tight-feeling in my shoulders and chest...so I know that is from L2's workout...and everything else just feels the "normal" tight after doing her L1 workouts.

Sweettart

Well day 5 is complete! Half way done level 1 and I can already start to see and feel results!

I really need to start getting up early in the morning and workout before work because today I burned like 30 more calories!! I had a nice burn of 207 calories!

Well have a great workout!

statia152

Hello all! I'm on L2 D9 and I can tell you the secret about those side lunges. You don't put alot of weight on the leg, you stick out your butt more. That way the knee doesn't go over the toes!! Very important in saving yourself knee pain. So work a bit on the technique more and slow down if you need to. You all sound like you're doing great, keep Shredding! XOXO

MrsRipdizzle

Day 6 (level 1 today, LOL) in the books!
Has anyone had any pain (not soreness, but pain, like a side stitch) in their lower abs (forget what these abs are called, the ones involved heavily when you lift your butt off the ground, well, anything when you are pulling your legs up)?? A few days ago I did something and it feels like a "pulled muscle". Yesterday when I was attempting level 2, all the plank stuff killed me because this area was screaming at me (not a good scream, a bad one). Today when I did level 1 again and did pushups (again, similar to plank holding abs in), it started hurting bad right away. I don't want to injure myself further so not sure what to do about this. I can do crunches and most of the other ab exercises without too much pain, but anything requiring reverse crunches or plank style stuff is not helping. /

abouck

Day 4 (last night) I was able to get through more but I had less energy. I think the problem was a salad for lunch did not provide me with enough energy to do the video to the best of my ability. I also did not burn as many calories do to the low energy. Day 5 today.....

Whutto1

Well I did it....L1D1. Had to take a break a couple times but I pushed through it. I know I am going to be really sore tomorrow, I can already feel it. I really dislike the jumping rope and the push ups, hopefully they will get easier as I continue.

statia152

Day 6 (level 1 today, LOL) in the books!
Has anyone had any pain (not soreness, but pain, like a side stitch) in their lower abs (forget what these abs are called, the ones involved heavily when you lift your butt off the ground, well, anything when you are pulling your legs up)?? A few days ago I did something and it feels like a "pulled muscle". Yesterday when I was attempting level 2, all the plank stuff killed me because this area was screaming at me (not a good scream, a bad one). Today when I did level 1 again and did pushups (again, similar to plank holding abs in), it started hurting bad right away. I don't want to injure myself further so not sure what to do about this. I can do crunches and most of the other ab exercises without too much pain, but anything requiring reverse crunches or plank style stuff is not helping. /

I would absolutely avoid the "bad pain" and sub another move. Definitely do more stretching before and after. Give it a couple of days and try again. Good luck.

change_happens

I am tired today.... I have a sore neck from the sit-ups on the 30 Day Shred. I think I will be taking today off, or maybe just trying to do a modified sit-up. My neck just can't take it!

Also, reading on other posts, on different sites, I am finding a lot of people don't do these exercises every single day for thirty days straight. I kind of believe that their way may be the right way. Doesn't every body builder say to exercise a body part and then give it a rest? So, why in the world am I doing shoulders and squats, every single day? Isn't this making my muscles smaller as opposed to making them more leaned and toned? Maybe I will make the 30 Day Shred a 60 Day Shred

enigma2546

Anout to do day three of level one, not feeling any soreness today so hoping i can pull through, its tough but once i start seeing changes, i think my hate for jillian ( and cursing at the tv ) will lower

felicityksr

change-happens, if your neck is sore you are using your neck to pull yourself up. When you do your sit-ups, keep your eyes on the ceiling and your fingers behind your ear so you are not inclined to pull yourself up with your neck. It really does help.

Keep it up! We didn't get like this overnight, so the change will have to take some time too. ;-)

jadam6

Day 5 completed. I'm a bit disappointed as I bought a heart rate monitor yesterday to measure the amount of calories burnt and it's only 151 :noway: On the plus side, I think I can see my body looking a bit leaner so I'm determined to complete the whole 30 days.
Have a great day everyone x

thistleandfi

L1D4 done. My calves did NOT want to cooperate through the first circuit of cardio, they were on fire like never before but by round 3 I was good to go. I've upped to my 5lb weights on some of the strength moves and the workouts are definitely getting easier, yay!

I was also finally able to get back to some HIIT for about 10 mins on the elliptical. Pretty sure I've lost circumference in a few places judging by a cpl items of clothing... def makes all the huffing and puffing worth it.

Happy Friday everyone

EPICSRT

Day 5 done! So......today I was off from work and I decided to go for it this morning to start my day. Definitely a workout that really gets me sweating. The problem is that I find myself wanting a bit more. So I did the L1 workout again this evening like I have the last 4 days. Still great. Still planning on trying out L2 on Monday. Headed in to this weekend, I think I will try the L1 twice in a row tomorrow and Sunday with a small break (probably a minute) in between. If I can't get through a second round, that will be fine, I just want to go for at least 30 minutes.

On another note, I did get a HRM, works great, but I have to figure out how to get the calorie counter working.

Someone's post above indicated an issue with the "man" push ups. Well, don't feel too bad because I am out of shape enough that I can only do the "man" push ups for the entire first set and mid way through the second set I have to switch to modified. On D1 I had to switch to modified on the first set. Oh, and I am a "man"! I say do what you can, then switch to modified. You'll most like improve as we progress the next 25 days. YOU GOT THIS!!

On another

enigma2546

I feel good until i hear jillian say "jumping jacks..jump rope..jumping jacks..jump rope" i could just run away lol.

abouck

Day 5 done:)

servilia

Ok I need to catch up! I missed Wednesday because of a dentist appt that was after work and I got home too late to do it, and last night I was at the airport dropping off my husband. I feel so bad! I did it today though and will try to catch up on the weekend by doing 2 workouts each day.

I hate the jump rope! It really burns my calves!

delmeg10

I actually started 30 Day Shred on the 15th, so I'm going to join in. I'm on D12 L2 but I did Tae-Bo today instead of 30 Day Shred, so I'm going to hit it hard tomorrow and Sunday.

change_happens

Day 5 completed. I'm a bit disappointed as I bought a heart rate monitor yesterday to measure the amount of calories burnt and it's only 151 :noway: On the plus side, I think I can see my body looking a bit leaner so I'm determined to complete the whole 30 days.
Have a great day everyone x

This concerns me... this means that I could be over calcuating my calorie burn... interesting. I need a heart rate monitor.

change_happens

I wasn't going to do 30 Day Shred because of the soreness in my neck and the whole idea of working the same muscle groups everyday. However, it is 30 days and if this is what it is going to take to push me through this plateau, then why not give it a shot. My neck is still a bit sore, but more calm than earlier today. I made sure that I followed Jillian's instructions on how to perform the exercises exactly. So, there you have it... I am not dead... so I must press on Besides, this is training for Insanity!

I completed Level 1 Day 4

Rachel1913

Level 1 Day 5 completed last night, and my HRM said that I burned 238 calories in 27 minutes. And I was able to get through all the bicycle crunches for the first time!

jojospero

L1D5 for me today. I gotta say that I HATE HATE HATE both types of lunges. If not for the weights involved in the side lunges, I'd be fine I think, but even using 3lb weights, my arms are just DEAD by the end. And the front lunges kill, too. But that's the point. The past few days have been a little rough just because I've been dealing with shin splints from running, but even five days in, I am still sweating through this workout. Oh, and I HATE pushups. Okay, I'm done complaining now!

On a positive note, I am seeing a difference. I feel crazy for saying that since it's only been five days, but I honestly think my stomach looks different. AND I broke down and weighed myself today (mostly because I felt crazy for looking in the mirror and thinking I'm seeing changes). In five days I've dropped almost 1.5 lbs! From now on I think I'm just going to weigh myself at the start of level 2 and level 3, but knowing that I am indeed going down makes me hate Jillian a little less.

Oh, am I the only one who sort of hates her motivational voice? She gets much breathier when she gives her little speech about working through the pain and it makes me want to hurt her. Hahaha. Also, I get mad when she says she wants Anita's abs, because GIRL YOU HAVE THEM.

I will say this. The abs routine for level 1 is a little... meh. I don't really feel all that much of a burn or anything when I'm doing it. I think it's because my own routine beforehand was much more intense (regular crunches, obliques, reverse crunches, leg lifts, 3 sets of 12 each). I mean, like I said I'm seeing results, so I can't complain, I just was really surprised by how low level it is compared to the rest of the routine.

Okay now I am really done complaining! Keep pushing, guys, this is such a great workout!

jojospero

L1D5 for me today. I gotta say that I HATE HATE HATE both types of lunges. If not for the weights involved in the side lunges, I'd be fine I think, but even using 3lb weights, my arms are just DEAD by the end. And the front lunges kill, too. But that's the point. The past few days have been a little rough just because I've been dealing with shin splints from running, but even five days in, I am still sweating through this workout. Oh, and I HATE pushups. Okay, I'm done complaining now!

On a positive note, I am seeing a difference. I feel crazy for saying that since it's only been five days, but I honestly think my stomach looks different. AND I broke down and weighed myself today (mostly because I felt crazy for looking in the mirror and thinking I'm seeing changes). In five days I've dropped almost 1.5 lbs! From now on I think I'm just going to weigh myself at the start of level 2 and level 3, but knowing that I am indeed going down makes me hate Jillian a little less.

Oh, am I the only one who sort of hates her motivational voice? She gets much breathier when she gives her little speech about working through the pain and it makes me want to hurt her. Hahaha. Also, I get mad when she says she wants Anita's abs, because GIRL YOU HAVE THEM.

I will say this. The abs routine for level 1 is a little... meh. I don't really feel all that much of a burn or anything when I'm doing it. I think it's because my own routine beforehand was much more intense (regular crunches, obliques, reverse crunches, leg lifts, 3 sets of 12 each). I mean, like I said I'm seeing results, so I can't complain, I just was really surprised by how low level it is compared to the rest of the routine.

Okay now I am really done complaining! Keep pushing, guys, this is such a great workout!

I don't think she does enough abs. I think it's too easy too! I think I'm going to do p90x ab workout also while doing the shred.

Sweettart

I am so glad to have done day 6!! I can't remember the last time that I worked out 6 days straight and tomorrow will make it 7!!!

Had a bad day yesterday with eating and drinking but oh well life happens.

Today I burned 197 calories. Im really enjoying these morning workouts.

Happy shredding everyone!

enigma2546

Day 4 complete, went quick , i think beause i was dying for it to finish so i didnt have todo it infront of my boyfriend ahha, but alot less cursing at dear old jillian :P

EPICSRT

Day 6 done! Today I pushed hard to keep my heart rate up to 85% of max. According to the HRM (with chest strap) I was able to keep it up around 155 and supposedly burned 297 calories. Not sure how accurate that is, so I am still logging only Aerobic, General for 189.

I skipped the static stretching at the end, took a quick water break, removed the device from my chest (not real comfortable working out with it on) and decide to go at L1 another round only doing the cardio and abs. Figured I'd skip the weight training sections to avoid potential injury from pushing too hard. What a great workout! My stamina is definitely improving from D1.

L2 on Monday will probably change my attitude, given the reports from others who've already tried it. I shall remain positive!!

MrsRipdizzle

I'm taking a rest day today (did 6 days straight). I did some damage to my left transverse abdominal muscle a few days ago and pushing it isn't making it get any better. / I think it's just a muscle strain but man, I'm aware of it every time I get up, twist, sit down, etc. My hamstrings are rock hard right now too (my husband is a massage therapist, yes, lucky me, LOL, and he was commenting on lots of things as he was rubbing things out last night and today). THE SHRED IS WORKING THOUGH!!! hahah!

I realllly want to do a day 7 today...and it's taking everything in me to just rest. I keep telling myself it's okay to rest...give my body and muscles a chance to catch up, build, and everything will go along as planned. I'm torn though because I plan to go at it again tomorrow...but as soon as I hit those pushups I'm gonna be in pain again. Am considering wall push-ups...but do they do ANY good? Is it worth it? And then to just continue doing regular crunches when they do the reverse and anything else that requires major use of transverse abs? What would you do?!! I don't want to make it worse...but I don't want to lose steam here either. I'm noticing changes...my friends and family are too...and I want to keep this momentum going!!