Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred--Beginners

Hey Shredders!

I did Level 2 day 9 today - 19th day overall. Tomorrow is my last day on Level 2 and then I'm starting level 3. Not sure what that will bring - kind of tired of all the "plank" moves so hope she gives me a break from that for a bit! :ohwell:

So exciting to think I'm "almost there" in terms of 30 days. I know I can't "just stop" at day 30 and have everything be magically trimmed, "shredded" and all, but I will have accomplished a goal.

Now, I look forward to my (ahem) 5am (ahem) wake ups to do the work out. I love that the work out is over and done with before the day even begins.

So, things about Level 2 that I like/have come to enjoy....

I like the oblique twists - but the skaters really do have me "gargling my heart!"

The walking push ups are hard, but I like them because I can now finally do 2 or 3 "real" push ups and the walking up and down gives be a bit of a "break" in between them.

I like the oblique twists at the end (the last ab move).

And I like how it makes me sweat and raises my heart rate so much more than Level 1 -- and that I can get through with less breaks than I needed in Level 1!

I'm a still a bit disappointed that the scale is moving so slowly, but the inches are coming off, so I guess that counts more at this point. I have to keep reminding myself this is a life-style change and I'm in it for the long haul, not just to "lose weight" but to live a healthy life style and make healthy living a habit by making changes I can live with.

GASP!! I just finished Level 2 Day 3, OMG!!

The hardest move for me would be the plank jumping jacks.

Jillian Michaels is relentless with all the plank moves!

I have to say though, if you want to get the most out of a 20 minutes workout, Jillian Michaels will definitely kick your butt and make you sweat.

Good luck to everyone who still has to do their "SHRED" workout.

Debbie

Mimi ,

I'm so excited that you are on the last leg of this journey! You go girl!

Can't wait to hear what level 3 is like. I really don't want to watch the in advance video for fear that I'll chicken out. I'd prefer to just do it when I get to that time. But for know, hearing about it will be preparation enough for me. There is a great reward for faithfulness. We are all behind you 100%!

Melissa

Mimi ,

I'm so excited that you are on the last leg of this journey! You go girl!

Can't wait to hear what level 3 is like. I really don't want to watch the in advance video for fear that I'll chicken out. I'd prefer to just do it when I get to that time. But for know, hearing about it will be preparation enough for me. There is a great reward for faithfulness. We are all behind you 100%!

Melissa

Thanks so much Melissa! I don't like "looking ahead" either for the same reason! Of course that means the entire first day is spent looking up and there is a bit of "watching" to make sure I'm doing it right, but still gives me a good work out!

I'll let you know how tomorrow goes!

Level 2 Day 4 - DONE!

Today, on top of the brutal plank jumping jacks, I thought I was gonna die doing all those chair dip/v raises.

The good news is, yesterday I put on a pair of pants that I couldn't fit into for a number of months and they fit.

Not only did they fit, I felt great in them.

Jillian totally delivers!

Good luck everyone!

Mimi - Congratulations on surviving to tell the tale of Level 3, Day 1.

Personally, I'm terrified of doing that level. I've already decided that I'm going to stay with Level 2 for a couple of weeks to really build up my strength and stamina.

You'll have to give us some hints as to what to expect in the dreaded Level 3.

Debbie

Mimi - Congratulations on surviving to tell the tale of Level 3, Day 1.

Personally, I'm terrified of doing that level. I've already decided that I'm going to stay with Level 2 for a couple of weeks to really build up my strength and stamina.

You'll have to give us some hints as to what to expect in the dreaded Level 3.

Debbie

Don't be afraid! It's not that bad, really - there is a lot of jump training, but Anita has low impact versions of those. And she's combining some strength/weights in with cardio - but kicks while holding weights, punches with weights and even jumping jacks with weights - and to be honest - I HATE the jumping jacks, but found them easier with weights.

I have some 3lb and 5lb weights that I keep by me and use both depending on the move. For most, I try to use the 5lb, but there are some I need the 3lb... No shame, right?

One thing that really stoked me. She does "traveling push ups" - and in L1 I was struggling to do the push ups on my knees - well, for these, I'm still doing them on my knees but I can do them - all! I may have to try to do a "real" push up one day!

You will definitely see and feel the progress that you've made through the levels. And IMHO, Level 1, Day 2 was the hardest day to get through - sore and tired but just pushed through and here I am 3 weeks later!

So, you can do it! Don't be afraid, just give it a go!

Mimi


PS: I actually "like" L3, better than L2.

Hi there,

Even tough I wasn't with this message board when it first started, I also got this video about two weeks ago. I have done it about four times and do other workout in between. I have been stuggling with my weight for quite a few years. My youngest is four, so that is how long I have been trying to get this Mummy Tummy off. My journey started at 149 lbs and I did go as low as 132.5 (for about an hour TEE HEE ) and now I am back at 142. So I got this video to get serious!!!!

I would love to join this thread too.

Welcome aboard Periphria and all of the other newbies to this thread! I rushed home from work to get my work out in but after a few minutes of sitting on my comfortable sofa, I thought about skipping the shred today. Then I read this thread and knew what I had to do. L2D3 (13th day overall) is now complete! I can't say it enough, I am very thankful for this thread because on those days when I have a little bit of doubt I am reminded that there are a host of people doing exactly what I am doing (even if we are at different levels). I can't quit, it's just not in my nature. I did it and I know that you can too!

Thanks for giving me a glimpse at level 3 Mimi. I am confident that the best is yet to come!

Later!

Melissa

Melissa - you said it so well. I completely agree with you. It's when you read this thread and know that other people are pushing themselves through it and logging it that it inspires you to be accountable too.

This is the first time that I have ever realized that a huge part of being successful in getting healthy is to have a "buddy system" in place. Without this thread many of us would lose our enthusiasm and start to skip the workouts.

Thanks everyone for helping me to be more accountable.

Hope everyone keeps up the great work!

Debbie

This is the first time that I have ever realized that a huge part of being successful in getting healthy is to have a "buddy system" in place. Without this thread many of us would lose our enthusiasm and start to skip the workouts.

Ditto! It makes such a huge difference.

I just finished Level 1, Day 4. A little easier every day, and I'm able to push myself more each day. Can't believe one day can make such a difference! I feel so proud of myself. Good job, everyone else too, for your shredding accomplishments!

I rented this video at netflix, and started 30 minutes ago. I hope I'm not sore tomorrow at work But I'm also interested in the result like the rest of you guys.

So now I am definitely ready to do my shred--especially after reading all these posts about level 2 and 3, I might as well get my *kitten* up and finish level 1 over the next 5 days. The problem is that now my son is up and my daughter has to get ready for school, so I can't do it at the moment. However, at naptime today, it is on Jillian!! I'll post again after I get it done so you guys know I really did do it.

That says it all right there. This thread is SUCH a motivation!

I did nothing last night, with that said... Every since I starting working out right after Christmas, I have insomnia! Wouldn't it make more sense to be sleeping BETTER now? I don't work out late in the evening so that isn't it. I don't go to bed hungry, either. I'm baffled. It is an almost every night thing. I took a sleeping pill last night so I'm well-rested for today.