Phase 1 - Cardio 1
a_new_dawn
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Cardio 1 is a 26-minute circuit training workout that you perform twice a week for the first phase/month of the program. There is no warm-up in this workout as you immediately start into the first circuit. There is only one circuit in this workout but it is repeated three times back-t0-back and the workout ends with a short cool down/stretch. The circuit consists of 8 exercises performed for 1 minute each with no rest in between. The circuit consists of the following exercises: marching in place, hot feet, punches, jogging, running man/skiers, speed bags, kick outs with arm circles and suicides.
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This workout is only 25 minutes long, and I am embarrassed to say I had to take a few "marching in place" breaks. My endurance sucks so bad I couldn't get through it. Can't wait to see my progress towards the end of this phase:)0
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This workout is only 25 minutes long, and I am embarrassed to say I had to take a few "marching in place" breaks. My endurance sucks so bad I couldn't get through it. Can't wait to see my progress towards the end of this phase:)
As Jillian would say, at least you're showing up for your workouts! That's something to be proud of for a start! Try not to worry if you can't keep up at all times right now, your stamina and endurance will increase massively as you progress... Until then, keep moving..and keep marching in place to recover.. You got this!0 -
It may only be 25 minutes, but its 25 fairly intense minutes -at least in my opinion....moves pretty fast!! Got my heart beating fast!!!
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It may only be 25 minutes, but its 25 fairly intense minutes -at least in my opinion....moves pretty fast!! Got my heart beating fast!!!
Great! If your heart was beating fast then it means the workout is doing it's job properly! keep up the great work! :drinker:
I did cardio 1 twice yesterday as part of the kickstart routine and it made me realise how easy it is to forget to "land softly" when jumping and to"stomp" when marching it out...resulting in a little discomfort in my shins and calves. Sometimes we focus too much on trying to get every single rep in, and quite often it sacrifices form. Just a point worth remembering!0 -
I'm doing the kick start program. I didn't get the cardio in last night so I did work out 2 and cardio this morning. I had trouble with the third arm rotation part of the kick outs. My arms were dead. But I kept moving!0
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I'm doing the kick start program. I didn't get the cardio in last night so I did work out 2 and cardio this morning. I had trouble with the third arm rotation part of the kick outs. My arms were dead. But I kept moving!
Good job!
Those arms do burn a little don't they?! But well done for managing to keep moving!0 -
Just finished Cardio 1, Week 1 complete!!! I am so looking forward to my rest day tomorrow.0
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Just finished Cardio 1, Week 1 complete!!! I am so looking forward to my rest day tomorrow.
Very well done on completing your first week! How did you find it?0 -
Yes.I agree.That's great :happy:0
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Starting this tomorrow and wondered if everyone is doing the additional cardio every day for the "kick start"? I plan on trying to do it if I can (time permitting) but will concentrate on doing the normal workout and then do the cardio if I have time. x0
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Starting this tomorrow and wondered if everyone is doing the additional cardio every day for the "kick start"? I plan on trying to do it if I can (time permitting) but will concentrate on doing the normal workout and then do the cardio if I have time. x
I've just finished the kickstart week. I did the workouts back-to-back mid morning because I wouldn't have the time to split them into a.m. and p.m. Workouts as in the schedule.0 -
Well C1 did get my heart rate up. It i didn't enjoy it that much tbh. Just probly coz I didn't like all the moves but that just means I'm using my body In a way I'm not used to and that WILL lead to change so that's goooooooood0
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Starting this tomorrow and wondered if everyone is doing the additional cardio every day for the "kick start"? I plan on trying to do it if I can (time permitting) but will concentrate on doing the normal workout and then do the cardio if I have time. x
I am doing back-to-back workouts early in the morning (3 to 4 am, then off to work) during the kick start phase; it is the only time I have available.0 -
Just finished this up for the first time. I'm concerned that it might be a bit high impact for me but I guess I just have to slightly modify some things until I get some weight off and it doesn't hurt my foot anymore (broke it badly a couple of years ago and it still gives me trouble).
I'm tired!0 -
Just finished this up for the first time. I'm concerned that it might be a bit high impact for me but I guess I just have to slightly modify some things until I get some weight off and it doesn't hurt my foot anymore (broke it badly a couple of years ago and it still gives me trouble).
I'm tired!
Fantastic work! To begin with, just go at your own pace and modify when needed. This isn't a race or a competition, your strength and stamina will increase in the coming weeks but for now, do what you can! These early weeks are designed to ease you in and prepare your body for the later, more intense workouts. I guarantee that even after just the first 2 weeks you will be noticing difference in your strength and stamina, it's amazing how quickly it builds up! Remember to land softly on that foot!
Good luck on your BR journey!0 -
today after work is day 3 of kickstart so that means cardio one TWICE!
I didnt like it once - so not sure how im gonna manage twice thorugh back to back lol
oh well - these things are sent to try us! lol0 -
today after work is day 3 of kickstart so that means cardio one TWICE!
I didnt like it once - so not sure how im gonna manage twice thorugh back to back lol
oh well - these things are sent to try us! lol
Good luck - not that you need it i'm sure! I got so sick of running man during my kickstart week! I did cardio 1 again today and it wasn't so bad, 2 days off from it was much needed!0 -
Circuit 1 - hot feet - Jillian says "I've never been able to do that"
Do what? I never seem to catch what she's talking about!!! :huh:0 -
i hate hot feet!!!Circuit 1 - hot feet - Jillian says "I've never been able to do that"
not only do i find it a hard move to move my feet that quick but my bum fat wiggles too much! hahaha0 -
i hate hot feet!!!Circuit 1 - hot feet - Jillian says "I've never been able to do that"
not only do i find it a hard move to move my feet that quick but my bum fat wiggles too much! hahaha
I wasn't sure if I was doing it right so I checked to see if my bum was wobbling in the mirror :laugh:0 -
Only managed one round as was still feeling bit poorly. But pleased to say I enjoyed it a bit more
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I auctully like hot feet...find it easier than jogging 0
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Today cardio kicked my butt more than the other days, I had to get out my inhaler and use it after checking my pulse oximeter. Haven't done that in a while. Feels good.
If I can expect my daughter to do two, two hour gymnastics classes per week surely I can manage this cardio. I at least need to show myself that I care enough to move my behind,0 -
I got Cardio 1 done for today.I can't do the butt wiggle like that either.I would throw something out of whack LOL :laugh:0
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I am amazed at all of you who are able to piggyback workouts. I pretty much feel like I'm going to die just doing 1. I did manage 40 minutes of treadmill intervals after yesterday's workout, but having just finished cardio 1, I know that I couldn't get through it again.0
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I am amazed at all of you who are able to piggyback workouts. I pretty much feel like I'm going to die just doing 1. I did manage 40 minutes of treadmill intervals after yesterday's workout, but having just finished cardio 1, I know that I couldn't get through it again.
Bless ya. it will get easier, you will be able to smash back-to-back workouts in no time, that's the good thing about JM workouts, your endurance builds up amazingly quickly!
In my case i just think completing 3 other JM's DVDs and doing a bit of Insanity gives me a head start on this programme. Well in this early stage it does anyway. Last time i complained about a workout being too easy Jillian came back and whipped my butt repeatedly on the next level! :grumble:0 -
Day 6 of kickstart and I just couldn't face two lots of cardio 1 so I did a different cardio DVD instead (ministry of sound high energy) gave me a boost I needed with some high energy songs0
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JAB I don't want to burn out on Jillian so I do diff Cardio Dvds too! Follow circuit program to a T & auctually feel as doing more Cardio as I can mix it up! 0
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I substituted yesterdays Cardio 1 also, i did a TurboFire HIIT workout which i got a better burn from, and i felt it was more challenging. I wouldn't say i hate C1, i think it's a great starting block for all abilities, but i just think i tired of it a little from doing it so much during kickstart week.0
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I missed cardio yesterday because I was out shoveling snow. I tried this morning but my family had other ideas for my time.0
