30 Day Shred in 60 days
parmoute
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If you're afraid of the 30 Day Shred but still want to give it a try, come do it with me!
Yesterday I started the 30 Day Shred and would love to have the support of others doing it with me, but I'm a weakling and have decided to make it a 60 day program. I plan on doing the 30DS every other day with yoga on the off days and walking whenever I can. I want a total body workout, but I don't want to be so sore from not taking rest days that I get hurt and/or give up, so I figured 30DS + yoga = total body workout with total body flexibility.
I'm starting with 2 lb/0.9 kg dumbbells (like I said, a weakling) but I also have 3 lb/1.4 kg and 5 lb/2.3 kg dumbells and will try to increase the weight for the last few days of each level. I am using the All-in Yoga program to create my own workouts (available in the Mac App store and on iPhones, I don't know where else) and I'll build beginning/intermediate/advanced routines to go with the 30DS levels.
Even if you want a real rest day, hate yoga, or would like to do something else between the 30DS sessions, please join me in making it through this program!
Yesterday I started the 30 Day Shred and would love to have the support of others doing it with me, but I'm a weakling and have decided to make it a 60 day program. I plan on doing the 30DS every other day with yoga on the off days and walking whenever I can. I want a total body workout, but I don't want to be so sore from not taking rest days that I get hurt and/or give up, so I figured 30DS + yoga = total body workout with total body flexibility.
I'm starting with 2 lb/0.9 kg dumbbells (like I said, a weakling) but I also have 3 lb/1.4 kg and 5 lb/2.3 kg dumbells and will try to increase the weight for the last few days of each level. I am using the All-in Yoga program to create my own workouts (available in the Mac App store and on iPhones, I don't know where else) and I'll build beginning/intermediate/advanced routines to go with the 30DS levels.
Even if you want a real rest day, hate yoga, or would like to do something else between the 30DS sessions, please join me in making it through this program!
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I would like to follow your progress -- not sure I can do 30DS though. It flared up my back something awful last time. I will take a look at the yoga though. Maybe I can try that along with you.
I really like how you are breaking this down so far...sounds smart.
Edit: You can find the app here, too: http://www.dailyyoga.com/
I don't have a smartphone, so will have to pass on this. Bummer!0 -
Hi agrotberg, I am with you! Today was my day 3 of DS but I am also at the final stages of a running program, and being so sore from DS is not helping with that.... Today I didn't manage to finish my run because my legs were so tired! I think I'll do the run in the morning and the 30 day shred when I get home, on the same day (like i did today), every other day. The other days will be real rest days for me!
Looking forward to seeing some results! I've weighted myself and took measurements on day 1 and intend to do again before moving up levels.0 -
I'm on day 3 as well today. This is round 2 for me with this program. Learned my lesson from round 1 and will be shredding every other day like you, after shredding my knees on round 1. I've had this account for awhile but thought it may help me with 30ds round two, considering the intense love/hate relationship I have with this program Haha. Good luck to everyone starting or restarting this program!!!!! The results are worth the sweat, tears and the occasional not so nice things I've yelled at the tv.0
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I have started the 30 day I am on did day 2 today , not sure if I will be able to do it everyday or not either so far it is ok but we will see. I might have to do rest days also. My question to you all is when you do the program do you stay at the same level the full 30 days or do you progress during the challenge?0
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I like the idea of doing the 30DS in 60 days. I've gotta admit after day 10 I was getting pretty bored with 30DS. Even after I moved up to level 2. It was "fun" again for a couple of days then...blah... Adding in yoga or other cardio every other day is a great plan. Good luck! I did find that taking before pics was a great motivator to do my workouts on the days I wasn't feeling up to it. I wanted to see some results in my pics at the end of 30DS.0
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I have started the 30 day I am on did day 2 today , not sure if I will be able to do it everyday or not either so far it is ok but we will see. I might have to do rest days also. My question to you all is when you do the program do you stay at the same level the full 30 days or do you progress during the challenge?
I say stay on level 1 until you are either able to do every move without the modified version OR you are bored out of your mind and need a change. I moved up to level 2 for a week cuz I got bored then moved back to level one after a couple of days. Now I do which ever one I feel up to that day. Haven't ventured into level 3 yet...0 -
I would like to follow your progress -- not sure I can do 30DS though. It flared up my back something awful last time. I will take a look at the yoga though. Maybe I can try that along with you.
I really like how you are breaking this down so far...sounds smart.
Edit: You can find the app here, too: http://www.dailyyoga.com/
I don't have a smartphone, so will have to pass on this. Bummer!
I'd be delighted to have a yoga buddy too! Have you looked at some of the yoga videos available on YouTube? Your public library probably has a few too if you want to try a few for free before committing to anything.0 -
I have started the 30 day I am on did day 2 today , not sure if I will be able to do it everyday or not either so far it is ok but we will see. I might have to do rest days also. My question to you all is when you do the program do you stay at the same level the full 30 days or do you progress during the challenge?
I say stay on level 1 until you are either able to do every move without the modified version OR you are bored out of your mind and need a change. I moved up to level 2 for a week cuz I got bored then moved back to level one after a couple of days. Now I do which ever one I feel up to that day. Haven't ventured into level 3 yet...
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costa_cristia -- That sounds like a great idea! I'm going to start running in January and want to use the 30DS to strengthen up for it.
tcfuller09 -- Great to have you along: you can coach us newbies through it! Any recommendations on when to increase the amount of weights throughout the program?
leanveins -- I had planned on spending 10 days on each level but I may give myself longer if I feel like I'm not ready to advance to the next one. Let us know how you're doing and if you end up needing a break, we totally understand -- I don't think I'd survive without a lot of them!0 -
I like the idea of doing the 30DS in 60 days. I've gotta admit after day 10 I was getting pretty bored with 30DS. Even after I moved up to level 2. It was "fun" again for a couple of days then...blah... Adding in yoga or other cardio every other day is a great plan. Good luck! I did find that taking before pics was a great motivator to do my workouts on the days I wasn't feeling up to it. I wanted to see some results in my pics at the end of 30DS.
Pictures would be a great idea, but I have to admit that I have a hard time seeing the progress unless it's really obvious (for example, I have a waist now, whereas I didn't before ) I might want to do measurements though. I've never done mine (ever, mostly because I don't want to know) and I've heard some people say that even though they didn't lose much weight on the 30 Day Shred, their measurements changed a lot. Maybe I'll suck it up and get a tape measure this evening. Finishing is an accomplishment in and of itself, but it would be nice to know how much the work paid off.0 -
Regarding weights: I increased weights when I felt I was ready on that particular level. I think everyone should do what is best for them to prevent crashing and burning from soreness, boredom etc. Example, this round I went straight to level 2 , since my knees were not handling level 1 very well (and I have no previous knee problems). I will go to level three when I'm confident enough: )
The best thing I did, and encourage everyone to do, is take measuremets! I gained weight both times I started the shred, so the scale is my enemy with this program. In the end I lost 8.75 inches and about 6 lbs (plus lost the weight gained in the beginning).
One more note, don't get discouraged if you can't finish this the first time you try. I did 6 minutes my first day of round 1. it gets easier and you will feel amazing after 30 days!!!0 -
Tcfuller - that's really interesting about the weight gain, I had lost 3kg since I started running and was so happy about it... Then this morning after 2 days of 30 DS they were back on!!! I was not a happy at all, lol.
Your little girl (I'm assuming it's your daughter) is adorable!0 -
Tcfuller - that's really interesting about the weight gain, I had lost 3kg since I started running and was so happy about it... Then this morning after 2 days of 30 DS they were back on!!! I was not a happy at all, lol.
Your little girl (I'm assuming it's your daughter) is adorable!
Yes, that is my daughter and thank you!!!! Don't be discouraged (although I'm mad and I knew it would happen Lol). It will come off. After researching I've learned your muscles will store water to help repair/protect them after a new workout. As the soreness goes away so will the added weight. My husband told me not to get on the scale.....and of course I didnt listen Haha.0 -
I bought 30DS to get in shape for my wedding over almost two years ago, finished level 1 and got so busy with the wedding I had to stop. I've done a couple of random days with it since then, and use some of the lift routines in my own lifting at home. I just read a blog post about 30DS though, and want to get back to it. I think I will tonight!0
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I'm on day 3 as well today. This is round 2 for me with this program. Learned my lesson from round 1 and will be shredding every other day like you, after shredding my knees on round 1. I've had this account for awhile but thought it may help me with 30ds round two, considering the intense love/hate relationship I have with this program Haha. Good luck to everyone starting or restarting this program!!!!! The results are worth the sweat, tears and the occasional not so nice things I've yelled at the tv.
Haha I was so mean to Jillian when I was going through this the first time. Good thing she couldn't hear me! It's been one of my fitness dreams to finish 30DS and do Ripped in 30 and maybe Extreme Shed and Shred. I also have her Buns and Thighs video (Thanks, Groupon!) ESS is a b*tch. "You want me to do what now?"0 -
Tcfuller - that's really interesting about the weight gain, I had lost 3kg since I started running and was so happy about it... Then this morning after 2 days of 30 DS they were back on!!! I was not a happy at all, lol.
Your little girl (I'm assuming it's your daughter) is adorable!
Yes, that is my daughter and thank you!!!! Don't be discouraged (although I'm mad and I knew it would happen Lol). It will come off. After researching I've learned your muscles will store water to help repair/protect them after a new workout. As the soreness goes away so will the added weight. My husband told me not to get on the scale.....and of course I didnt listen Haha.
Wow, thanks for the info, I never knew that... I also always promise myself I'll get on the scale once a week but that never happens hahaha. My husband doesn't even listen to my weight loss rants anymore lol.0 -
Burcher2 - my husband (who is very mild mannered) would shred with me sometimes and the things he would yell at the tv made me laugh so hard I can't shred with him anymore. Extreme shed and shred sounds interesting. I will look into that for after 30 ds. You should start the shred with us. I'm hoping having a group starting it with me will help me though this round!!!!0
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Neat idea! A few weeks ago I started something similar (varied what I was doing depending on my schedule that week), but I started with 30DS and alternated with Zumba off/on to have a different pace. I haven't had the chance to get back to the strict routine I had (holidays really mess with my sleep schedule and all that, so still trying to get back to the norm), but I do plan to jump back on the 30 DS bandwagon.
I moved up to Level 2 after a few days on Level 1 to just get a different feel... I couldn't always do all the moves, but I figure that trying is the point, right?
Definitely something I'm going to follow even if I don't participate 100%. Look forward to it!0 -
I increased weights whenever I felt like I had mastered form and the weights had become too easy. It should be somewhat challenging - but I think you'll know it when it's time, too.
Good luck You're gonna rock it!0 -
I am on day 5 of the first level. I am so close to going through the whole thing without stopping! However, I noticed that since I started the program I have gained 3 pounds Not very encouraging! I am using 3lb weights with mine. It's those damn push-ups that get me! I am just now getting over the soreness from doing it everyday. OUCH!!0
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I have a hard time with the push ups too. I can do everything else but the push ups kill me. I have no shoulder strength. I have been running for a while now and the jumping jacks and jump rope mix kills my calves.I don't know why i thought my legs would be able to handle everything, I have always had a weak upper body. I have been doing the workout 30 min after i get up so around 5 am and do my walk run for 5-6 miles or yoga in the pm.0
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Im on day 3, I love that she changes up the exercises often as i tended to get bored with other work outs. The one think that I dont like is the damn jumping jacks lol some times having boobs is not always a good thing lol. Im really feeling it in my legs after only 2 days but will keep it up. I am using 5 lbs weights, i think 2 or 3 would be better for now but they are all i have.0
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Checking in:
I should have done day 2 yesterday, but it looks like I'm now on the 62 day plan! It was a super long day and I was exhausted so there was no way I was going to do a full cardio workout after getting home at 9:15 pm. I should have done it in the morning, but I was so wiped out from the previous day that I overslept. I suppose if I'm really that tired, it's probably best not to work out crazy hard to avoid injury.
Instead: I did do some slow, controlled strength training with my dumbbells, a few crunches for good measure, and bought a tape measure to take measurements. I'm in for another whirlwind of a day today, but at least there will be a break.
So question: Are people up for sharing measurements/progress as we get through this, or you just want to share the results at the end? I'm up for either, but I don't want to be the only one posting measurements!
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went three days in a row but down with a cold today. lungs hurt and I am tired so not sure when I will pick it back up.0
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Checking in:
I should have done day 2 yesterday, but it looks like I'm now on the 62 day plan! It was a super long day and I was exhausted so there was no way I was going to do a full cardio workout after getting home at 9:15 pm. I should have done it in the morning, but I was so wiped out from the previous day that I overslept. I suppose if I'm really that tired, it's probably best not to work out crazy hard to avoid injury.
Instead: I did do some slow, controlled strength training with my dumbbells, a few crunches for good measure, and bought a tape measure to take measurements. I'm in for another whirlwind of a day today, but at least there will be a break.
So question: Are people up for sharing measurements/progress as we get through this, or you just want to share the results at the end? I'm up for either, but I don't want to be the only one posting measurements!
April
Day 4 completed today. I will share my measurments. We could share at the end of each level or at the end? I'm up for either.0 -
Skipped yesterday because lots of things were going on, but I made myself do it today and I'm pretty proud of myself. Bring on day 3.0
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I started 30 ds this week and as of today, day 3, level 1, my legs and arms are sore so I am taking the weekend off before starting day 4 on Monday. I like the idea of doing the shred in 60 days rather than 30. This way allows for rest days and for me to mix it up a little. I too, love yoga. I like gentle yoga and have Peggy Cappy's 'Yoga For The Rest of Us' dvd's. Anyone can do her yoga. She has senior citizens doing yoga who are benefiting from it. I also walk to Leslie Sansone's walk off the pounds dvd's.
I thought I'd die when I did the 30 ds those 3 days. My boobs hurt during the jumping jacks and jump rope and this is where I had trouble with stamina. This is also where I had to catch my breath. I need a lot of work in this area.0 -
I have started and stopped 30DS more times than I can count (moved to a different city, was without furniture/tv/laptop for two weeks, so physically stopped doing the workouts).
All I can really say is the most important thing is to just keep doing it. If you think 60 days is more manageable, I say that's fantastic - as long as you keep moving and you keep challenging yourself, that's what counts.
Someone else in an earlier comment mentioned staying with each level until you're no longer doing modified version and have mastered the level - I think that's a great idea. The thing about 30DS is you need to keep your heart rate up and keep switching things up - if you do Level One for 15 days or 25 days, then more power to you as long as you keep challenging yourself with your intensity and determination.
Best of luck and wish you success!0 -
Ooh, this is exactly what I've been thinking about doing, so I think I'll join in with y'all if you don't mind. I've wanted to do 30DS for a while now but have been letting excuses pile up for why I've been avoiding it. Frankly, I'm so out of shape (with asthma to boot) that I've been half terrified of starting it. Plus I don't personally know anyone who's started it at my size (I'm about 224 now). But I've got a convention coming up in February that I need to buy a dress for, and I'd really love to get down a size or two by then if possible. I've heard from people that have had great results from this, so I think it's time to just suck it up and give it a shot.
I'm not sure when I'll be starting, but sometime in the next several days (so I'll be a ways behind everyone else, I suppose). I'm having a bit of trouble planning out a workout schedule because the gym I joined ages back while they were still getting it ready finally opened, and I've been using the weight machines there, just started c25k (on the treadmill there, as the area I live in isn't the best for running and it's starting to get into rainy winter weather now anyhow), annnnnnd zumba to boot (started on Thursday, also going tomorrow morning). If I'm not feeling too destroyed after zumba tomorrow, I'll see if I can start it then; otherwise it'll probably wait a day or two while I try to shuffle around my gym plans.
In response to a question posed upthread, I would be up for sharing before/after measurements (er ... soon as I take them, heh...).0 -
i think what you are doing is great. I am actually doing it in 90 days and am on my last 9 workouts. At first i had a lot of pain and my back kept going out but now that i've spread it out and added yoga, swimming, and C25K on my other days, it's a great addition. I cannot express enough how much I encourage you to add yoga or structured stretching on top of it. Also, make sure to have good shoes and stretch your calves, shins, and hip flexors in addition to the stretches Jillian does.0
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