30D of Shreddin Thru the Holidays (Open Group - All Levels)
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Level 1 day 3 done this evening. I'm still quite out of breath, but doing a little better each time. I'm not really sore, just have to keep stopping to catch my breath!0
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Can anyone tell me when the soreness will go away lol?
My first day pain took two full days to go away. You were braver than I to continue to do it when you were still very sore. I was wondering how it would go for you.
My soreness was 75%better today, still sore but not near as bad as the past two days.
Finished day 4 of level 1 an hour ago and it went really good so much better then the past 3 days thank God! Looking forward for tomorrows workout.
Alicia0 -
It sounds like everyone is doing a great job!
I made it through day 3 of level 2! Starting to see a little improvement in my endurance each day, same as level 1. Those oblique plank twists still kill me though. I wonder how much of that is pure exhaustion because it comes at the very end. Getting closer to the halfway point now!
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Day 3, Level 2: You guys are awesome! Even when I am down and out for a night, you guys are sticking to it, are on here updating and supporting one another. I am truly lucky to be in the presence of such strong individuals.
One thing I love about this journey I am having on MFP is the learning process. Not only learning how to maintain working out and healthy eating, but also the learning about myself. I never realized before that I stress eat. But, last night in the midst of a meltdown that was all I wanted to do. Now while I am a full supporter of cheat days, I like to think that I choose when to have them. But, last I felt more out of control than in it. Recognizing this problem I will need to find better ways of handling my more stressful days in the future. Thankfully this doesn't seem to happen to me with moderate daily stressors and only when I am under extreme duress.
Needless to say after a night of feeling helpless, I was more than happy to get back on track. Extreme eating only has that much more of an effect on me: 1) I woke up feeling gross; 2) felt gross after ever meal; 3) my workout felt even more like a punishment than usual; 4) still not feeling fully cleansed and my day is almost over. While it might take a few days to recover from my complete and utter body abomination... I am here and willing to put in the time.
Now as per my workout... aside from it being even more difficult as I am in recovery... I know I can turn to Jillian to make me pay. Literally dripping in sweat trying to finish the sets, still needing to pause here and there and in no way shape or form can I attempt that double jump rope. I know level 2 is working me hard. Day 4 tomorrow and hoping that another good day of eating + tonights work out helps prepare me for another bout of Jillian tomorrow night.
Finally, thank you everyone for your support, concern and sticking by me during my rougher hours. While most days I try to set a good example by creating my own success story... I still am human and not without fault. Hopefully by jumping back on the wagon the very next day I can still inspire others who find themselves sometimes struggling to stick with it
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It sounds like everyone is doing a great job!
I made it through day 3 of level 2! Starting to see a little improvement in my endurance each day, same as level 1. Those oblique plank twists still kill me though. I wonder how much of that is pure exhaustion because it comes at the very end. Getting closer to the halfway point now!
Keep shredding, ladies!
I know my problem with the plank twists is my shoulder exhaustion. I'm pretty sure I'd have no problem if not for the v'flies and plank jacks immediately proceeding them - but I guess that's the point. Hang in there though - I had to take a couple breaks on the v-flies yesterday (per usual) but made it all the way through the plank twists. I know you'll get there too. You're doing great!0 -
Applauding everyone for persevering through these tough workouts!! :flowerforyou:
I just tried Level 2...was bored with Level 1 (though I certainly have not "mastered" it)...yow!! I enjoyed the change, though. I really struggled with a lot of it, but I was sweaty and panting so burning calories !! I did ab stuff yesterday at the gym, so those last plank twists were rough.
Juliep--my shoulders are pretty week so that made level 2 tough! I did better when I lowered my plank to my forearms. (I didn't do many "plank jacks", had to switch to the lower impact move. And my v flies were kind pitiful...nowhere near my eyes!!0 -
Applauding everyone for persevering through these tough workouts!! :flowerforyou:
I just tried Level 2...was bored with Level 1 (though I certainly have not "mastered" it)...yow!! I enjoyed the change, though. I really struggled with a lot of it, but I was sweaty and panting so burning calories !! I did ab stuff yesterday at the gym, so those last plank twists were rough.
Juliep--my shoulders are pretty week so that made level 2 tough! I did better when I lowered my plank to my forearms. (I didn't do many "plank jacks", had to switch to the lower impact move. And my v flies were kind pitiful...nowhere near my eyes!!
Ugh v-flies. I would rather do the plank twists (which would be a whole lot easier if I didn't have to do 2 minutes of v-flies before them!!!) I do ok for about 30 seconds and then I'm done. They are so hard!!! I know I won't be able to make it through all of them before its time to move to level 3. I've been doing the modified move of both the plank jacks and the other plank cardio. My form is infinitely better (so I'm actually getting a much better workout because I'm holding the plank position properly), and the plank jacks especially seem to be rough on my knees (yea, I'm weird, I can do all the jumping but the plank jacks tweak my left knee). Day 7 down and today was much better - especially the first two circuits. I think I'll move on this weekend just to change it up - and yea I'll be honest, I'm ready to bid farewell to plank jacks and v-flies : )0 -
Level 2, Day 2, Completed! Yay!
Boy was I sweating! I am still learning all of the moves, so I know I am not doing all of them right yet. Can't wait to get to like day 4 and be able to keep up better. I know I'll get there.
Thanks for all of the support you guys! This challenge makes doing the Shred a lot more fun! :-)0 -
Level 1 Day 4 done! Keep up the good work everyone!0
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Great job shredding on, everyone! I am so enjoying checking in everyday and seeing everyone's progress!
Level three day two: still like level three. Much like how I felt at the beginning of the two previous levels, I was a bit sore and moved a bit slower today. Also, I felt the workout more in my inner thigh and behind than I did yesterday. Again, two areas I need the extra help... Looking forward to all the new changes to come!
I am wishing more and more that I had done start out measurements or "before" photos or something because I am seeing little changes everyday. It would be nice to have something to go back to and see just how big the changes are. For a few days I've been noticing my arm and shoulders showing some definition. My "squish-ies" over my rib cage are magically gone, and I caught my reflection walking past the TV today and notice my bottom looking sort of, well, lifted. (I consulted with my husband on the changes in that area and he agrees there is a sudden, favorable change.)
What was the first change everyone else discovered?0 -
Great job shredding on, everyone! I am so enjoying checking in everyday and seeing everyone's progress!
Level three day two: still like level three. Much like how I felt at the beginning of the two previous levels, I was a bit sore and moved a bit slower today. Also, I felt the workout more in my inner thigh and behind than I did yesterday. Again, two areas I need the extra help... Looking forward to all the new changes to come!
I am wishing more and more that I had done start out measurements or "before" photos or something because I am seeing little changes everyday. It would be nice to have something to go back to and see just how big the changes are. For a few days I've been noticing my arm and shoulders showing some definition. My "squish-ies" over my rib cage are magically gone, and I caught my reflection walking past the TV today and notice my bottom looking sort of, well, lifted. (I consulted with my husband on the changes in that area and he agrees there is a sudden, favorable change.)
What was the first change everyone else discovered?
The first changes I could see were in my abdomen...I haven't retaken measurements, but I can definitely see some little improvements there. I think my waist may be a little bit smaller. slr, I think my behind also looked a little better in my jeans today! They may have been a bit looser in the waist.
I love seeing my calf muscles!! I have inherited skinny calf muscles and I was very pleased to see them popping out a little bit (as I was facing them doing those walking planks!!)0 -
Today would have been day 5 of level 1 I feel horrible for not doing it but my son was acting terrible all day had to run my dog to get his shots last min we got a new bedroom set delivered today blah blah blah it was just a busy day and I still have homework to finish so I am taking the night off but I'm doing 2 sessions tomorrow to make up for it.
Way to go everyone else!!! Keep up the good work!!!
Alicia0 -
So tired tonight. Been a rough couple of days with school/work. Going to have a relaxing night and nice long with with my boyfriend and get back to Jillian tomorrow.0
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Day 4, Level 1 done. Finally the soreness is going away!0
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I think I'm taking a day off Shred today. My quads are super sore and yesterday doing static lunges, I had a (first for me) rather searing sort of pain/cramp in my right quadricep. Planning a long, easy walk shortly (after coffee!) and maybe some push-ups.0
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Week 2 Stats:
Due to TTOTM I'm not going to weigh in or do measurements, it's just not worth the head trip. I do the 30DS twice this week so I'm not expecting my change.
My plans for this coming up week is to stay within my caloric range and work out 5 days a week. I'm doing a Christmas lunch on Friday with coworkers and that'll be my only off plan allowance.
I hope everyone makes next week better than this week 0 -
Cali....I didn't weigh this week either for the exact same reason...I didn't want to give myself a reason to get discouraged, even though I know it's due to our "wonderful joy".....well, we'll see how i check in on thursday0
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Just finished L1D4...not nearly as sore as I was the first 2 days. I definitely feel it in my shoulders though, hoping I start seeing a change over the next few weeks.0
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Was MIA yesterday and will be again today. My exam is taking priority and I will get back to it after. Keep it up everyone you're doing great 0
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Just completed Level 2, Day 3. It went ok. I am not very good at it yet, but I guess that will come with practice. Yesterday was a crazy day and I didn't get to do it, so that was sad. This week I am going to try to do it as much as I can. It's only 20 minutes, right?
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Did the elliptical Saturday and took a night off yesterday...gonna do Day 5 Level 1 tonight...pending all three of my babies get to bed. :sad:0
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Accidentally took yesterday off. I got up early to workout like I did Saturday, I was just really dragging in the morning so I figured I'd wait til after church while my daughter was napping. Hubby had different plans, though. We ended up being gone ALL DAY running errands and Christmas shopping. When we got home at 7pm I was dragging again and just figured I'd call it a wash. Oh well, guess a day off here and there isn't such a bad thing.
Today was day four level three. Still can't do all the advanced moves yet but I'm doing about 60% advanced 40% beginner. There are these jumping lunges that I can only get halfway through before I revert back to the beginner move, can't wait to get all the way through those! Thank goodness, this workout still seems to go by quicker than level two does and I love that!
I've been planning on running through another 30 days of shred after the first of the year. However, Hubby surprised me yesterday with "Ripped in 30." I skimmed through the first level and it has some repeats from level one of Shred, but there are still some different moves in there. Also, there are four workouts rather than just three. So, just to change things up a bit, I'm going to do Ripped in 30 starting January 2nd. Got to love Jillian!0 -
Accidentally took yesterday off. I got up early to workout like I did Saturday, I was just really dragging in the morning so I figured I'd wait til after church while my daughter was napping. Hubby had different plans, though. We ended up being gone ALL DAY running errands and Christmas shopping. When we got home at 7pm I was dragging again and just figured I'd call it a wash. Oh well, guess a day off here and there isn't such a bad thing.
Today was day four level three. Still can't do all the advanced moves yet but I'm doing about 60% advanced 40% beginner. There are these jumping lunges that I can only get halfway through before I revert back to the beginner move, can't wait to get all the way through those! Thank goodness, this workout still seems to go by quicker than level two does and I love that!
I've been planning on running through another 30 days of shred after the first of the year. However, Hubby surprised me yesterday with "Ripped in 30." I skimmed through the first level and it has some repeats from level one of Shred, but there are still some different moves in there. Also, there are four workouts rather than just three. So, just to change things up a bit, I'm going to do Ripped in 30 starting January 2nd. Got to love Jillian!
Those jumping lunges are tough - but I did find level 3 to be fun - at least more fun than level 2. I just did day 1 today and it will definitely be better when I remember to bring a sports bra : )
You guys are all doing great! Keep up the good work!0 -
I want to join in on this thread! Tonight I'll be doing Day 6 of Level 1! After Day 4, I finally stopped feeling so sore! One of my main goals is to be able to do at least 5 regular push-ups correctly! I've never been able to do them! I also made the mistake of watching Level 2 to see what it's going to be like. Uh oh. Those plank jacks & twists and crawling plank/push-ups look hard!!
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Just did day 1 of Level 2. Oh lordddd lol
It feels like level 1 is nothing compared to level 2. But it was kind of fun, even though I can't do any of the plank exercises properly. Pendulum lunges are hard for me too... well, just going backwards lol. I think I'll just keep going in a forward direction and alternate legs.0 -
So excited to see this group!! I just finished day 5 of Level 1. I was halfway through level 2 when my DVD Player quit working and then I had about 3 weeks of not wanting to do any workouts! So, now I started over and I absolutely love these workouts!! They seem to do a really good job in such a short amount of time; which is great when you don't have a lot of time to dedicate to working out. I have seen about 1/4 to 1/2 a pound of weight loss per day, I don't know if this will keep up but so far I am pretty happy!!0
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Haven't posted in a few days, but I made it to the halfway point! I did level 1 for 9 days and just finished day 6 of level 2. I didn't get my workout in yesterday due to my hubby having other plans for my time, but not a big deal. I will say that it made it harder to find the motivation to get up to do it today though.
In other news, I'm finally getting real results from this! I dropped 5.25 lbs this past week and did several happy dances through out the day! Still having trouble mastering all the moves, but I'm still getting a good workout from it so I guess that's what counts. Maybe once my fitness level improves more in the future, I'll be able to re-visit the dvd program and kill it on all advanced moves. I'll definitely need a break at the end of the 30 days, but if my results are drastic enough, it might inspire me to attempt round 2 of the shred in the near future!
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I missed my 30DS yesterday. I am going to have to be sure to get it in today and there are going to be many things vying for my time. I'm gonna have to throw my stuff down after work and get it over with!
I'm afraid of times like this when it's so easy to let it slide! I am glad I didn't take a rest day on Sunday (as I was tempted to), so yesterday has to be my rest day.
Everyone is doing so great!!0 -
Haven't posted in a few days, but I made it to the halfway point! I did level 1 for 9 days and just finished day 6 of level 2. I didn't get my workout in yesterday due to my hubby having other plans for my time, but not a big deal. I will say that it made it harder to find the motivation to get up to do it today though.
In other news, I'm finally getting real results from this! I dropped 5.25 lbs this past week and did several happy dances through out the day! Still having trouble mastering all the moves, but I'm still getting a good workout from it so I guess that's what counts. Maybe once my fitness level improves more in the future, I'll be able to re-visit the dvd program and kill it on all advanced moves. I'll definitely need a break at the end of the 30 days, but if my results are drastic enough, it might inspire me to attempt round 2 of the shred in the near future!
Happy Shredding!
Great job to you! Half way down! 5 pounds?? That's crazy. So awesome! Keep up the good work. I am a little behind you, but sticking with it. :-)0 -
starting lvl 2 tomorrow.
Finished lvl 1 today.
Upper Waist 95.0 cm - > 94 cm
Bellybutton 111.0 cm - > 108 cm
Hips 124.0 cm - > 118 cm
wondering if we're measuring wrong :P we'll see how lvl 2 goes.0
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