Starting 30DS Today

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  • MrsInclan
    MrsInclan Posts: 2 Member
    Hi! This is my first time posting on these boards. I just started 30DS today! I'm going to do it every day that I can fit it in and also try to walk 3 times a week and run 2 times a week. I have really been struggling with my weight loss lately and am recommitting today and I hope this will help kickstart things again for me. I'd like to lose 15 more lbs by the end of the year.

    I was surprised at how easy day 1 was for me today (with the exception of a screaming crying toddler trying to climb all over me). I think I'm going to add heavier weights for some moves and probably move on to level 2 after a few days.
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    Well, it's Monday morning and I got myself to complete Day 6 of Level 1! Now I remember why I quit early on months ago when I did it. I may need to add another workout. I found myself yawning at one point! I didn't feel tired at all when I started this morning. hmmm..

    Have you tried to use heavier weights to make it more challenging?
  • myfitnesslife75
    myfitnesslife75 Posts: 163 Member
    Well, it's Monday morning and I got myself to complete Day 6 of Level 1! Now I remember why I quit early on months ago when I did it. I may need to add another workout. I found myself yawning at one point! I didn't feel tired at all when I started this morning. hmmm..

    Have you tried to use heavier weights to make it more challenging?
    No, I thought the 5lbs would've been enough since I took the weekend off. But it seems my muscles must've rested enough and are probably ready for some heavier weights! :) I'll try using 7lbs tomorrow, but keeping the 5 close by... just in case. lol
  • Sarnir
    Sarnir Posts: 5 Member
    I've started today. Looking forward to the results :) I did this workout a few months back, before going on holidays, and it definitely made a difference. I have been doing it on and off since, but I have decided that I need to another 30 days straight.
  • SleeplessinBerlin
    SleeplessinBerlin Posts: 513 Member
    Day 5 completed! Woohoo!

    The lower part of my stomach is getting flatter! Woohoo! (happy dance).

    Shin splints? That sounds familiar :) But it did hurt more in the very beginning (still too lazy to put on shoes).

    I'm so motivated you guys... I'm reading all 30ds threads :)
  • LeeKeplar
    LeeKeplar Posts: 40 Member
    I did day 4 last night level 1. The jumping jacks are getting easier for me I think. I still can't do the push ups. I try to do maybe one or two but just cant do anymore. But I am still trying. I think my knee is getting better not as sore as it was. Day 5 tonight!
  • bornfreehooves
    bornfreehooves Posts: 9
    I started the 30 Day Shred last night. My form was not good, but I completed the course. There was one time, however, that I needed to take a 3 second break - while doing jumping jacks. I'm pretty sore, but know the soreness will go away. The pushups are almost impossible for me. Look forward to tonight!
  • myfitnesslife75
    myfitnesslife75 Posts: 163 Member
    Day 7, Level 1 complete! I challenged myself with 7lbs weights today and I think I may very well be sore tomorrow! My arms were shaky doing the squat and presses like they did at the beginning when I used the 5lbs. No yawning today! LOL However, I did switch back to the 5lbs for the last set of side lunges toward the end. Other than that last set, it was all 7lbers. WOOHOO! For most of the cardio, I do the advanced versions. Push-ups are kinda tough for me too and I do them from my knees. I hope to get the plank version in before I'm done with level 1.


    Great job, everyone! Keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:
  • ellanoise
    ellanoise Posts: 18 Member
    Day 4 level 1 completed. I was able to do 2 push ups in the first set (took a bathroom break as jumping jacks are not kind to my bladder TMI) and I did 4 on the second set. Woo-Hoo!!! I was able to keep up with the ab work today too!!! I am doing a modified version of the modified butt kicks as my knee is reallly starting to hurt. But I did it!!
  • minitwist
    minitwist Posts: 9
    just starting today!
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    Day 5 completed! Woohoo!

    The lower part of my stomach is getting flatter! Woohoo! (happy dance).

    Shin splints? That sounds familiar :) But it did hurt more in the very beginning (still too lazy to put on shoes).

    I'm so motivated you guys... I'm reading all 30ds threads :)

    Yep apparently it happens when your body isn't used to the exercising you do. And your supposed to take a few days break with it. :\
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    I did day 4 last night level 1. The jumping jacks are getting easier for me I think. I still can't do the push ups. I try to do maybe one or two but just cant do anymore. But I am still trying. I think my knee is getting better not as sore as it was. Day 5 tonight!

    It's taken me quite awhile, but I've gotten to the point where I can do the "girl" push ups all the way through without having issues. Here soon I'll try to do "real" push-ups :)
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    I started the 30 Day Shred last night. My form was not good, but I completed the course. There was one time, however, that I needed to take a 3 second break - while doing jumping jacks. I'm pretty sore, but know the soreness will go away. The pushups are almost impossible for me. Look forward to tonight!

    getting your form right is very important. I could barely make it through all the way the first few days the first time I tried it. I would focus on your form though, so you don't hurt yourself :) Keep it up, and yes the soreness will go away
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    Day 7, Level 1 complete! I challenged myself with 7lbs weights today and I think I may very well be sore tomorrow! My arms were shaky doing the squat and presses like they did at the beginning when I used the 5lbs. No yawning today! LOL However, I did switch back to the 5lbs for the last set of side lunges toward the end. Other than that last set, it was all 7lbers. WOOHOO! For most of the cardio, I do the advanced versions. Push-ups are kinda tough for me too and I do them from my knees. I hope to get the plank version in before I'm done with level 1.


    Great job, everyone! Keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:

    I'm glad to hear you've challenged yourself!!! :D and no yawning too, that's great.
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    Day 4 level 1 completed. I was able to do 2 push ups in the first set (took a bathroom break as jumping jacks are not kind to my bladder TMI) and I did 4 on the second set. Woo-Hoo!!! I was able to keep up with the ab work today too!!! I am doing a modified version of the modified butt kicks as my knee is reallly starting to hurt. But I did it!!

    I know what you mean about bathroom break! I make sure I use the bathroom right before I start, it helps!
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    just starting today!

    Yay! :)
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    I finished level 1 day 6 today. OH and I added 5lb weights in instead of 3lb except for the last few lunges and bicep curls and the side lunge w/lift. Other than that, i used 5lb weights, go me!

    Now..off to shower :)
  • lindseyrh
    lindseyrh Posts: 19
    Just finished day 7, level 1! I can really tell a difference in my endurance through the workout! My pushups are getting much better as well! :)
  • myfitnesslife75
    myfitnesslife75 Posts: 163 Member
    I finished level 1 day 6 today. OH and I added 5lb weights in instead of 3lb except for the last few lunges and bicep curls and the side lunge w/lift. Other than that, i used 5lb weights, go me!

    Now..off to shower :)

    Way to go! Every little challenge will make a big difference! :)
  • myfitnesslife75
    myfitnesslife75 Posts: 163 Member
    Just finished day 7, level 1! I can really tell a difference in my endurance through the workout! My pushups are getting much better as well! :)

    Good job! Keep it up! I still need to work on a regular push up too. Gotta strengthen those arms!!
  • nopudgepoot
    nopudgepoot Posts: 63 Member
    I'm in! I got about 11 or 12 days through last time, and then fell off track. Back at level 1 tonight!
  • The_New_Christina
    The_New_Christina Posts: 818 Member
    After work, I'll be doing day 6 of Level 1. I'm really getting better at everything. What kills me is the back to back jumping jacks and jump rope! UGH. And when I lay down to do crunches, my belly is flat and not lumpy! Me likes! :happy:
  • mishomart
    mishomart Posts: 25 Member
    I just finished day 3 of level 1....so excite to see results at the end of 30 days!
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    I finished level 1 day 6 today. OH and I added 5lb weights in instead of 3lb except for the last few lunges and bicep curls and the side lunge w/lift. Other than that, i used 5lb weights, go me!

    Now..off to shower :)

    Way to go! Every little challenge will make a big difference! :)

    I definately felt like it was more of a challenge. When I did pick up the 3 lb weights I was like "wow, those are nothing!" lol
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    I'm in! I got about 11 or 12 days through last time, and then fell off track. Back at level 1 tonight!

    The furthest I've gotten is 7 days. I'm going to make it through the entire time this time. :)
  • westiewench
    westiewench Posts: 1 Member
    I am about to start today after work - I just watched it on you tube at work and WOW I know its not going to be easy! Im also a returned member of MFP so can someone please tell me what I put in my fitness diary for doing the 30DS? Thank you in advance :)
  • tnjackso1
    tnjackso1 Posts: 312 Member
    I'm in, I'm on day 2... Add me if you like
  • SleeplessinBerlin
    SleeplessinBerlin Posts: 513 Member
    Day 6 completed! I upped the weights for the chest press, 9lbs it is. Now I'm feeling it!
    My pushups are still pretty pitiful though.
  • OspreyVista
    OspreyVista Posts: 464 Member
    Day 6 completed! I upped the weights for the chest press, 9lbs it is. Now I'm feeling it!
    My pushups are still pretty pitiful though.

    Haha I upped to 5 lbs today. way to go :)
  • knurse1987
    knurse1987 Posts: 93 Member
    I just finished Day 3 tonight...trying to not talk myself out of quitting...I dread starting, but love finishing!! I really hope I have good results in the end!

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