Questions for first timers...
chocciechip
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I am just setting up a couple of discussion topics to get people going - but if this is your first time doing the 30DS post your questions in here there are plenty of us who have tried and succeeded/failed to do the 30 DS a couple of times (lol) so we should be able to answer any questions you got! there are also many discussions on the forum board about the shred so please check on there as well!
Happy Shredding!
Happy Shredding!
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Hey, I am Karin from Ontario and completely new on this site and all that comes with it.....thanks for creating this thread, I am looking forward to getting to know all of you a bit better and to be fitter and slimmer by the end of May!
By reading through the posts, I get the feeling the 30 DS comes with some rules and a plan....where can I get these from?
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well if you bought the dvd, Jillian explains it to you, but the basics are it's 3 levels, which she spreads across 30 days. Now I know that some people do this differently and it's about working at your own pace really, some do 5 days then a rest, then the next 5 days rest then move on to the next level. Others do a day, then a rest then a day then a rest obviously that takes longer. If you're completely new and struggling then don't move on to the next level until you feel ready for the challenge and just do the best you can!
I struggle with pushups due to wrist and back injuries, so I try and do a couple, or else I do them up against a wall - i definitely can't keep up the same pace that they do in the video!!0 -
Ok, thanks - I did not realize this challenge was based on a dvd...I don't have it and just do my own exercise program....I don't want to jeopardize the group's standards, but if it is ok I would like to stay.0
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I know many people complain of knee pain as a heads up: Take it easy and use a pillow for knee pushups. It really helps
The pain will go away. I still get bruises from push ups but no pain. 0 -
^ Good point. I never had any knee problems, but my knees were very sore after this. I was doing it in my apartment at the time with only socks on, and no yoga mat. Make sure you wear comfy sneakers and use a yoga mat; that will reduce the impact and make it a little easier on the knees.0
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Ok, so I realize I have a question. When does the Shred end? I know everyone will be doing this at their own pace, which is great! I think I will be doing 5 days a week (not necessarily in a row), so that means each level will take two weeks and I will most likely be done on or around June 10th.0
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Ok, thanks - I did not realize this challenge was based on a dvd...I don't have it and just do my own exercise program....I don't want to jeopardize the group's standards, but if it is ok I would like to stay.
Karin62,
You don't need to buy it (although I hear it's only about $10.00). Somebody uploated it to YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Pc-NizMgg8 Just click that link and you're in! 0 -
My ? is.... I know that you are supposed to work at your own pace however is it 10 days per level or 30 days at each level???0
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I'm a first timer too, but from what I understand its (ideally) 10 day per level.
I also have a question. I don't own a HRM, so what should I log it as?0 -
Thanks a bunch - I throw myself into then, need to change up my routine anyway......
My measurements this morning were quite the eye-opener....while I weigh myself quite regularly, I had not measured myself in ages. I did not realize how much side-ways I had grown!!! Gasp!
Good Shredding, everyone!!!0 -
I look at your tracker and am thinking: yes, I can....over 70 pounds, wow! Congrats!!
Thanks for showing it...very motivational!!!0 -
Ok...so that's looks great - so, you guys do Level 1 for 10 days, then Level 2 for 10 and then Level 3 for 10?
Sorry for all the questions and the replying without quotes...I am learning!!!!
Happy Monday
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One more question (for now)...how do you guys log the workout?0
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One more question (for now)...how do you guys log the workout?
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Okay, odd question(s):
1) how much floor space do we need available? Is 3'x7' a large enough open space?
2) is it horrible if I don't own any free weights for this?
Thank you!!!0 -
Okay, odd question(s):
1) how much floor space do we need available? Is 3'x7' a large enough open space?
2) is it horrible if I don't own any free weights for this?
Thank you!!!
do you have any cans of veggies or soup? they aren't bad for starting out.
For level one, as long as you can do jumping jacks in the space and lay down fully, your fine, not sure about 2 and 3.0 -
After reading the previous posts I see that each level is 10 days. Is it meant to be done on alternating days so not to over work the muscles or consecutiven days?0
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there is not alot of space needed for any of the levels. Just enough to do pushups and lunges. U can also find level 1 on youtube if u want to hold off on buying it!0
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thanks for answering my ?. Yes 72lbs down and another 128 to go. Yes I can...you can...we all can!!!0
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Hello everyone! My name is Katie and I'm located in North Carolina. I have never tried 30ds but I figure I will give it the old college try
. I will post my measurements tomorrow and pick up the DVD. 0 -
Okay, odd question(s):
1) how much floor space do we need available? Is 3'x7' a large enough open space?
2) is it horrible if I don't own any free weights for this?
Thank you!!!
You should be ok with that area. A friend of mine didn't have weights when she started and just used filled water bottles. Served her well!0 -
Okay, odd question(s):
1) how much floor space do we need available? Is 3'x7' a large enough open space?
2) is it horrible if I don't own any free weights for this?
Thank you!!!
a can of soup will be fine, or if you don't have them or don't have the strength to do it make sure you tense your arms through each exercise and pull as though you are pulling a really heavy weight...0 -
^ Good point. I never had any knee problems, but my knees were very sore after this. I was doing it in my apartment at the time with only socks on, and no yoga mat. Make sure you wear comfy sneakers and use a yoga mat; that will reduce the impact and make it a little easier on the knees.
I found the same thing happened to me.. Whilst doing the knee situps I have found that using a cushion really helps to take the pressure off aswell0 -
Okay, odd question(s):
1) how much floor space do we need available? Is 3'x7' a large enough open space?
2) is it horrible if I don't own any free weights for this?
Thank you!!!
do you have any cans of veggies or soup? they aren't bad for starting out.
For level one, as long as you can do jumping jacks in the space and lay down fully, your fine, not sure about 2 and 3.
Thank you!0
