30 day shred starts tomoro!

Hi there - I did the 30-Day Shred for the first time last August, and the tendons behind my knees got really, really sore. I finally realized that I had to do a LOT more warming up before taking on those explosive movements, so i started walking on the treadmill (it's person-powered, no motor) for about 20 minutes before starting the Shred. That really helped. Since finishing the Shred the first time I did Ripped in 30, then 30 DS again, now into week 2 of Ripped in 30 again. I'm 60 now, so a lot older than you -- but taking extra time to warm the legs up thoroughly can't hurt at any age and will probably help.

In answer to your other question, the first time through I did 30 DS every day for 30 days. Same with Ripped in 30. Could not believe the change in my strength, endurance, and muscle appearance. The second time around for both was/is mostly every other day. I'm right about at my weight goal and am figuring out what maintenance will look like.

Stick with it. You'll amaze yourself.

I had the same problem did to day 5 and gave up on day 3 today but feeling determined also doing the 6week 6 pack but have no idea wether a rest day would be good or not because im doing both.
Also to anyone whos done it, do you find your arms get so sore to the extent that they cramp or is that just me :S

I'm on Day 8 at the moment and am having knee pain at the moment - just one of them is really stiff but I will persevere!

I've done the 30 Day Shred four times so far. I was using it as a warmup for Brazil Butt Lift and I did find that it bothered my knees even more so than the BBL program. Really watch your form when you do it. Make sure when you're doing squats and lunges that your knees are NOT going further than your toes. That can really hurt your knees. I'm on day 2 of the Ripped in 30 one now!

STICK WITH IT. The results are so worth it.

Hi I started the 30 day shred today too - I've started many times before but never finished - got to about day 7 or 8 in the past.
My hubby does the 6 week 6 pack and I shred - I think one is enough I can't believe you are doing both lol
Add me as a friend and we can motivate each other - just finished day 1 today and it was hard but I'm determined to do the whole 30 with no rest days
I also started a 30day shred facebook support group and it has over 750 members now so click the link if you'd like to join that for extra support
Rach x

http://www.facebook.com/groups/257769164317416

Hey! I'll start today as well
I have never been able to complete it because...I just forget, but I need someone to kick me in the butt.

i am very overweigh so i place a pillow under my knees when i have to kneel on the 30ds & my knees have been fine ever since. Was going to start today too but was waiting for a delivery (that was suppose to be here yesterday) and has now been cancelled

I started day one of level two today. I've done the 30ds a few times already in the past and believe me, it is worth it to stick it out and complete the whole thing. You will see a difference in the way you look and feel, not to mention how your clothes fit! I also like the Ripped in 30, 6 week/6 pack, and Kickbox Fastfix workouts. They are all great workouts! Good luck!

I bought the dvd a year ago and never done it. Guess I can begin today too...

Staying in motion is what is important. As long as you are pushing yourself, you will see improvements. Make sure you pay attention to the modified options. I have had to modify some of the cardio because of a knee injury in college. I can't jump really high in the jump rope parts because right now the impact is too much.

But don't be discouraged. For every pound you lose, your knees will feel better and better. I know that I can't jump as high right now because my knees are building strength while I lose weight to help with the pressure. But in a few weeks, my knees will be ready for more impact.

I will post the link to this article below...
"Researchers at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina found that for overweight or obese adults with osteoarthritis of the knee, losing a single pound could result in a 4 lb reduction in pressure placed on the knee joint."

So keep pushing yourself to do the best that you can right now and before you know it your knees will be feeling better and you will be able to push more. And as far as the rest days, listen to your body. My thighs were so tight that I was hobbling as I walked yesterday after 2 days of Shred. So I took yesterday off and my legs feel SO much better today. So on to day 3 today. BUT if you think one rest day will lead to 2..3...4, don't chance it right now. Better to suffer through it than to risk falling off the wagon.


http://bodyandhealth.canada.com/channel_section_details.asp?text_id=3712&channel_id=1055&relation_id=17810

i am very overweigh so i place a pillow under my knees when i have to kneel on the 30ds & my knees have been fine ever since. Was going to start today too but was waiting for a delivery (that was suppose to be here yesterday) and has now been cancelled

Hi you can find the full level 1 for free on You Tube while you wait for your DVD :-)

I've been doing it for 6 days straight, today is my 7th. I got really achey the first few days but I pushed through. So far I've lost 4.5 pounds and two inches around my waist. No too shabby for a week, eh?

I am starting it today. Fortunatly in lvl one there isnt much that you have to do on your hands. I had surgery a year ago next month and occasionally still have issues with that hand.

GOOD LUCK WITH JILLIAN!

I am currently doing the 30 Day Shred too!
I am on Day 11 and have already started LEVEL 2 (on day 7!)
I would reccomend anyone to try her DVD, it's intense but DON'T GIVE UP :happy:

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