Still feel weak?

rekite2000

I have been doing this 5 weeks (repeated one week for 3&4), but I still get so sore and worn out. I think I am improving my form, increasing range of motion, and doing more reps, but not sure if it is true! I feel like I am saying all that to make me feel better. I am tempted to do workout 1 & 2 just to see if it is a lot easier now. I am just so tired of hurting (it is good pain, but still!) I know it is helping, but I feel like I'm failing because I modify plans and push-ups. I will still do it- I just wish I was more impressive at it! Anyone else feel like they aren't keeping up?

Thereupon

I'm sure you're doing better than you think! Jillian has said "this is a marathon, not a sprint", so as long as you keep showing up and doing your best, you're going to improve. Going back to workout 1 sounds like a good idea, but if you still struggle with that, don't let it get you down too much. This is just the beginning of your journey to a healthier life!

Edit: have you tried to track your progress in any way? Weight/measurements etc? Even tracking the amount of reps you're doing of common moves might be helpful so you can keep an eye out for improvements - or it can give you a goal to try to beat. It can be hard noticing gradual improvements! I'm sure you're not just imagining them.
Edit 2: Remember that there is no shame in modifying movements, either. Everyone's circumstances/strengths/weaknesses are so different, so just keep going with what works for you.

sunshinestater

I'll second the fact that there's nothing wrong with modifying movements. As Jillian says, you're showing up, and that's what's important. It's fine if it takes you a while to build yourself up. It's all about making exercise a habit. I'm due for 3 and 4 next week, but I might repeat 1 and 2 with more weight and extend the 90 days out. The schedule is just a guideline and a line to sell the product. Work it how it works best for you.

marieann82

Are you eating a good amount of quality protein?

When I am eating a lot of protein I can feel myself getting stronger. When I don't, I feel weak.

I always feel weaker as the week progresses because I am sore, too. After my rest day, I feel very strong for two days, when I feel like a weakling again.

Jillian says to just try to do as many of the advanced moves as possible, then do the modifications. There is no shame in doing the modifications! I pushed myself to do 5 military pushups today. When I do it again, I will push to do 10. I did two straight legged side crunches, next time I will try to do 5.

There is no way to go through this program and not get stronger-those hot bods on the dvd even struggle with the modification moves and I highly doubt they are following the complete program (6 days of alternating these workouts).

Maybe try to test yourself right now-how many military push-ups can you do-and then see how many you can do in a few weeks-on a rest day. I bet you see a huge difference.