starting the 30 day shred

I've just re measured myself after the first 10 days on level 1 and have lost 8.5 inches overall, and gained 2lbs. I'm starting level 2 tomorrow

I went up in weight as well. I was really starting to freak out. Today will be day 7 for me. I measured 2 days ago and had lost 2 inches in my waist and the scale is finally back down to where it was starting. Now bring on the losses!!

Thanks for the input. I think I'll stick to the 10 days per level plan, if I am able. & wow to those of you using heavier weights. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm only at 3 pounds and I have to talk myself into those last 5 lifts on level 1. I think my arms must be the weakest part of me.

I'm happy to report that I made it through day 3 level 1 though, and this time managed to make it fully through each routine.

For those who are feeling a bit of pain or are concerned with tackling certain movements due to back or pain issues, I have found with earlier attempts at these dvds (I have 3 JM dvds now), if a move is too painful or too strenuous (I have back & knee issues that I keep in mind) I simply find a way to revise it & keep pace. I think it's more important that you are doing the best you can do safely with each move rather than feeling discouraged & turning the dvd off. If there is a move you simply cannot do, just improvise another beneficial one in at that point of the dvd and certainly don't count yourself as a failure for doing so. Improvising at one point or another certainly isn't cutting back what you are taking away from completing these dvds, and your body will tell you more than anything where you need to ease up or improvise. Think of the dvds as general guidelines, but they certainly can't account for everyone's specific abilities or injuries that may need to be worked around.

well in on Level 2 day 3 i believe... and I Must say I felt a little stronger today. Through out the workout i feel weak at certain points. Like those plank -twists at the end...ughh I am sooo terrible at anything plank-like.

I am sure it'll get to be better! You just have to do it and not think about it I find myself looking forward to the work out everyday( iknow, crazy right?) lol

Shamefully, I'm a 3 pounder, and even those are killing my arms on level 1.

You can find 30 Day Shred on Youtube for free on the channel called BeFit.

I'm on day 2 but I really like it so far.

Thank you soooo much for the info.!!!!!! I'm going to try it!!!:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Level 2, Day 1 down. Oh. Em. Gee. Thankfully, the cardio seemed less intense (I still do modified moves) but she definitely hits the back muscles hard on this level. Which is good, I need that. Aw heck... I need it all.

I didn't get through every set of every move, but I didn't make it through everything on Level 1 the first time, either.

As far as weights go, I'm a 3-pounder too. No shame here. I need to move up to a 5 for some of the moves but for others the 3 still kills me.

Keep shredding!

Level 2 Day 2 (yesterday!!), anyone feeling a soreness in their pelvis area? I've also been doing a vigorous hilly 3 mile walk, so I wasn't sure if it was the walk or JM? I took today off to see if it gets better by tomorrow. I was thrilled this morning when I was able to wear a pair of jeans I haven't worn in a year, although the dreaded muffin top is still there I have never been one to really stick with a work out, but this seems to be so worth it!

Day 9/ level 1 done today!!! I'm scared of what level 2 holds...

I use 1.5kg weights but have weak arms/wrists. Did day 1 of level 2 today and it was harder and will take me a while to get the moves right. Wrists are tender but I'm hoping I'll get stronger as the days go on. Would love to see my belly go down a bit...

On day 5 of level 3 5 days to go!!!!

I started 30 day shred yesterday and boy, oh boy, was I super sore this morning. I decided to take a rest day and get back to it tomorrow. My entire body aches. I probably should have stretched more afterwards and drank more water. Lesson learned! HA

I'm sad to say today was my first skip day. Luckily not due to lack of motivation, but I got some business stuff done early, then did my first volunteer day at our local cat shelter, then grocery/business shopping, then home to unload, cook dinner & spent a few hours reorganizing our kitchen cabinets so they would be much more organized & inviting when cooking meals. After all that, my feet are dead sore & I'm wiped, but really looking forward to picking up the workout dvd fresh tomorrow morning, and maybe a 2.5 mile walk to make up for today.

On the bright side, I got much more done today that I normally do, so perhaps the exercise routine & the excitement of working towards this goal is perking up my get up and go. Wishful thinking, but it would be lovely to make it through the dreaded winter season with a real sense of energy, instead of my usual "crawl into bed & stay warm" sluggishness.

Looking forward to joining you all again tomorrow morning!

Hi everyone, I'm on day 11! I've had a few skip days along the way, but started level 2 today- not as bad as i thought- but definitely tougher! Level 1 started getting much easier for me after 6/7 times. I didnt take my measurements at the beginning! wish i did- but think i have lost a little- my boyfriend said my legs look trimmer and a few people have said i've lost weight in the face- can also feel my hip bone a little bit more haha! :happy: good luck everyone xxxxxxxxxx

I'm happy to say that I didn't crap out last night after a long day, and instead forced myself to do day 4 level 1 at midnight last night. Felt great waking up this morning knowing that I hadn't already skipped a day. & even after a long day, I *was* able to get through the entire video without cutting any part of it short, so I'm hoping I'm over the hump for the absolute worst of it & that my body is getting more used to it. Those side squat with the arm raises are still killing me though, I'm and still only using 3 pound weights.

Day 5 for me! Whew!

It still bothers my knee but I just modify as needed.

Hang in there!