Anyone else doing the ZCUT DVDs?
Replies
-
After trying the first workout for the first time, I needed two days to recover. Man, that was hard for me. As stated above, I clocked in around 23 minutes on that first one. After the two days of recovery, the second workout seemed a little scary, so I opted to do the first one again and this time I clocked in at 21:10, so I'm feeling a little better about that. I should mention that I nixed the last set of burpees both times (so I did 5 sets of 10 and skipped that sneaky 6th set.)
I just did the second workout. First of all, I'd like to say that I felt a little misguided about that 'high knees to plank' exercise. Watching the set up, I was under the impression that 10 high knees and 1 plank counted as the 10 reps - man was I wrong! :-o I clocked in at 32:20, which is a lot longer than I thought I'd be working out today, but I feel good about it because I actually did all 60 of those plank ones.
How is everyone else doing?
I don't remember how long the first workout took me when I did it the first time but I know it was a LOT longer than it took Z! The 60 sets of 10 high knees to plank is AWFUL. Even in the 3rd month I despise it haha. It does however get results!0 -
I just started my DVDs the other day, but didn't get a calendar with them (they are shipping it now I guess...) so not sure of how I'm suppose to be following the DVDs. Just going through the first DVD so far. Today was day three for me....do I go to DVD two once I finish the first and what about the bonus abs? When do I do that?? My body is killing me so far but I'm loving it....we don't have rest days right? (I thought that was what zuzka said on one of her videos) feel free to friend me! I'd love the support
0 -
I just started my DVDs the other day, but didn't get a calendar with them (they are shipping it now I guess...) so not sure of how I'm suppose to be following the DVDs. Just going through the first DVD so far. Today was day three for me....do I go to DVD two once I finish the first and what about the bonus abs? When do I do that?? My body is killing me so far but I'm loving it....we don't have rest days right? (I thought that was what zuzka said on one of her videos) feel free to friend me! I'd love the support
If today was day 3, then I think today was your rest/bonus day. The calendar has:
Day 1-WO#1,
Day 2-WO#2,
Day 3 has a 'Skinny Tip' but no workout listed,
Day 4-WO#3,
Day 5-WO#4,
Day 6-'Skinny Tip',
Day 7-WO#5
Day 8-WO#6
Day 9-WO#7
Day 10-'Skinny Tip'
etc.
Basically, the first week is 2 days on, 1 day off, then after that is 3 days on, 1 day off. If you feel good with it, then you can do the Bonus Abs on the off days, but I need the rest for my muscles. The program is set up so that you cycle through all 12 workouts on the three DVDs and then start over (so Day 7 is WO#5 instead of cycling through 1-4 again). The other thing that the calendar has is a place to record your waist, arm and leg measurements and your weight each week. Hope that helps!0 -
I just started my DVDs the other day, but didn't get a calendar with them (they are shipping it now I guess...) so not sure of how I'm suppose to be following the DVDs. Just going through the first DVD so far. Today was day three for me....do I go to DVD two once I finish the first and what about the bonus abs? When do I do that?? My body is killing me so far but I'm loving it....we don't have rest days right? (I thought that was what zuzka said on one of her videos) feel free to friend me! I'd love the support
If today was day 3, then I think today was your rest/bonus day. The calendar has:
Day 1-WO#1,
Day 2-WO#2,
Day 3 has a 'Skinny Tip' but no workout listed,
Day 4-WO#3,
Day 5-WO#4,
Day 6-'Skinny Tip',
Day 7-WO#5
Day 8-WO#6
Day 9-WO#7
Day 10-'Skinny Tip'
etc.
Basically, the first week is 2 days on, 1 day off, then after that is 3 days on, 1 day off. If you feel good with it, then you can do the Bonus Abs on the off days, but I need the rest for my muscles. The program is set up so that you cycle through all 12 workouts on the three DVDs and then start over (so Day 7 is WO#5 instead of cycling through 1-4 again). The other thing that the calendar has is a place to record your waist, arm and leg measurements and your weight each week. Hope that helps!
Thanks! I'll have to record everything then mark it down in the calendar once it gets here 0 -
I am finished day 2 of Zcut yesterday. Holy shmoly. Stupidly I started day one with a bit of a cold thinking "its a short work out, how hard can it be." Big Mistake! I ended up puking 3/4 way through the work out and had to stop. However I woke up the next day without a cold so I did day two. I made it through the work out with some modifications (10 high knees to plank, sometimes I skipped the plank). My lower back muscles are sore today. I dont think I have EVER had lower back muscles be sore. Also day one I could barely do the 10 knee pushups in the warm up, day two I did a few regular pushups. I weighed myself yesterday and was 159, so I will keep you guys posted on my weight loss. Im planning on doing a short Rodney Yee yoga video on my off days just to keep stretching.0
-
What is everyone doing nutrition wise??? I'm doing pretty good with the workouts, doing some modifications but need to step up my nutrition to support my workouts...0
-
Jealous of all of you! I did Zuzka's workouts when she was doing Bodyrock. I loved their athleticism, felt great, had results pretty fast (used to do more of the 20-30 minute ones, no extra cardio). My feet couldn't take it though.
She talks a lot about nutrition on her youtube channel, it's basically what you'd expect - lean protein, lots of veg, good fats, minimal high processed carbs, but I think she has more carbs in general now than she used to.
I'm glad she's seeing continued success, hope she makes a ton of $.0 -
Hi all... I wanna join your discussion regarding ZCUT... honestly, I was one of those who bought it on the first day but honestly, my workout routine was ruined when I moved to another work department but now back to my old department again. I was only able to do few days of ZCUT... I stopped!
Darn hard when you lost your momentum and routine. Always hard to get back. So, I talked to myself and been honest. Well, I am currently working on my daily routine - do walking every lunch break at work whether i like it or not, I stop thinking but just do it... Once I get back to my momentum then I will start it again and stick to it. I also have Zuzka's Yoga now and it looks like this is the yoga that I wanna do - so much fun. Good luck to all of you... I'll get back here when I finally restart the ZCUT. 0 -
oh my god I haven't read all of your replies yet but I need to bump this thread asap, it excites me so.
I have been a Zuzana fan for a couple of years now. Like some of you, I followed her on Bodyrock, then she disappeared and I cried, then she came back and I peed my pants. I really disliked BR so I was thrilled when Zuzka Light came to be.
I just ordered the ZCUT DVD's and I can't wait!
Can you guys friend me too?
Ok I am going to go back and read the rest of this thread now 0 -
Hello, I know I am jumping into this forum a little late, but I didn't think to look here before for anyone else doing ZCUT. I started month 2 yesterday. Month 1 was hard but I noticed so many changes in my body. Glad to see others happy with it as well. I also don't know how many calories you burn in a ZCUT, but I programed my calorie counter to match Zuzka's advice with calorie intake: body weight X12. This is how many calories she suggest you eat everyday to lose weight. This has worked for me. I just don't log my workouts on here anymore.
Do any of you run in addition to these workouts? I would like to start because I signed up for a race, but I don't know if I should run before them or after?
I don't have the dvds yet but I regularly work out to the ZWOWs. I also run and I do it either after my ZWOW, or on my "off" days. I don't always have time to do a workout AND a run, so it's usually one of the other. But when I do both, it's ZWOW first, THEN run. Otherwise I just don't have the energy to do all the bodyweight stuff after a good run!0 -
I just got the set and did Month 1 first workout today and it was so hard! But I absolutely adore Zuzka, she's beautiful, motivating, sweet, and she's working hard! I love that SHE is doing the workout, not two non-stop smiling robots in the background. I'm not a fan of JM for those very reasons, I find her very loud and abrasive, and Zuzka is more gentle and encouraging. I hope it gets easier for me because it was definitely really hard today, and I couldn't begin to keep up with her.
I used to love JM until this season of Biggest Loser! WTF? She is so mean!
That style doesn't work well with me...
Needless to say, after that, it totally turned me off of any JM workouts.0 -
I haven't bought her DVDs but I might, just to support her, since I do her free YouTube workouts.
When I do HIIT, I track it as Calisthenics (pushups, sit-ups), vigorous effort.
Have fun 0 -
ooh I am intrigued by these now ! Can you get them off amazon?
I did look at her YT channel but got confused about what workouts to chose, like is there any order to them and if not, how do I know what one to choose0 -
Just hearing about the ZCUT DVDs, must be new. where can I order them?0
-
You can buy them here:
http://www.amazon.com/ZCUT-Power-Cardio-Series-Dvd/dp/B00AY5JB92/ref=pd_cp_mov_0
and her Yoga DVD:
http://www.amazon.com/ZCUT-Power-Yoga-Vol-1/dp/B00C7C1J68/ref=pd_cp_mov_0
But also check out her website:
http://zuzkalight.com
If you go to her "workouts" section, you can find all of her ZWOWs (Zuzka'a Work Out of the Week) there. She breaks down the workout in one video and then does the entire workout with you on the second one. So every week you get a new routine! The DVD's are more of a program. Her blog is very interesting as well. She's awesome!
Have fun!0 -
I am trying to get motivated to do the Zuzan Zwows hear they are pretty good to....0
-
ooh I am intrigued by these now ! Can you get them off amazon?
I did look at her YT channel but got confused about what workouts to chose, like is there any order to them and if not, how do I know what one to choose
There's no logical order to them.
You should watch the preview version first, might as well start with whichever is the most current (I think her oldest ones do not have a useful preview). The preview gives you a 5 minute description of the exercises. If you are missing equipment or think it may be too advanced, then try another workout. I'm sure you'll find at least one
53 is bodyweight only, 43 you'll only need a chair, 38 was one of my favorites but you need a dumbbell or kettleball.0 -
So an update: I finished workout 5 yesterday. Things are getting a little easier. I can do the whole work out now with modifications on some of the exercises. I think I hurt my lower back yesterday doing burpees so Im not sure if I am going to do it today. So..the good....I am doing real pushups during the warm up instead of knee pushups. I cant get as far down as Z, but the first and second days I had to do knee pushups. I can feel my cardiovascular health getting better. I havent lost any weight though. I am eating a 1250 calorie a day diet and still no loss at all. Its a little frustrating. I thought Id lose a pound or two. I have about 30lbs to lose so its not like 1 pound is so huge. I want to die while doing the workout but after I feel great. Ill update again next week!0
-
Ok update #2 I am now through with workout #10 which means I am about 2 weeks into the program. I have lost 5 pounds total. My body looks different. I can see a difference between my before picture and my current picture. My clothes fit differently. I dont have to get a new wardrobe yet, but if things keep up I might have to invest in a good belt. Ive gotten to the point where I look forward to my workout. They are still very hard, but I am keeping up with her more and am having to modify a lot less. Ill update again next week!0
-
Ok update #2 I am now through with workout #10 which means I am about 2 weeks into the program. I have lost 5 pounds total. My body looks different. I can see a difference between my before picture and my current picture. My clothes fit differently. I dont have to get a new wardrobe yet, but if things keep up I might have to invest in a good belt. Ive gotten to the point where I look forward to my workout. They are still very hard, but I am keeping up with her more and am having to modify a lot less. Ill update again next week!
Awesome progress. Keep it up! 0 -
Hey, I'm gunna jump in this conversation too. I just ordered the DVD's last night and am really excited to start them. I've been following Z for about a year and a half, but I've been inconsistent in doing her workouts regularly so I hope the calendar will help me so I don't have to "choose" and "plan" ...it's already done for me! Plus writing down my workout after I've done it in a calendar really helps me to make it official.
For those of you who already in the process, please keep us updated. I love to read about your struggles and successes!0 -
Just a miniupdate. I bought these jeans 2 weeks ago and I need a belt with them now. Theyve been falling down at work. Also during the warm up I am doing 12 (it says you do 10 but you really do 12) real pushups all the way down. Ive never in my life been able to do this and in just 2 weeks I can do it. Amazing! I wish my boobs would shrink but they seem to be the same. I was 120lbs 2 years ago and I still had d cups.0
-
Update: I am in the last week of month one. I have lost a total of 9 pounds which puts me at 150. I have gone down one pant size. I am feeling pretty damn good. I can mostly keep up with Z now and on some workouts I can go a little faster. Unfortunatly I sprained my ankle pretty badly yesterday so I am going to have to take a break for a week or two. I did not sprain my ankle doing Zcut though.0
-
I found a tremendous amount of challenges on youtube, meaning we could even do some of her exercises for free! I'm not sure it's as complete as the DVDs. However, it seems great fun and an amazing pace.
I wanted to congratulate you for what you did so far, you're inspirational!0 -
congratulations to everyone on your progress. I just started this week. I did WO1 and had to pause it a couple of times to catch my breath. I took a day off yesterday because I had too much other stuff to do (grading papers for the end of the semester) and WO2 really intimidates me. Psyching myself up to do it this afternoon when I get home.0
-
My ankle is feeling better. I was on crutches for a few days last week, but I am back at it again. Ill complete month 1 tomorrow and move on to month 2! People have been telling me how great I look and are really starting to notice a difference. I did not feel like I backtracked during my week off. I felt just as strong as when I sprained my ankle last week. I was nervous to do two workouts in a day in month 2 but now I am pretty sure I can handle it (though its going to be tough). I did gain a few pounds this week but I think its due to water.0
-
I am starting the DVDs tomorrow...not going to lie I am terrified....but have heard so many great things I am also very excited to hopefully see results.0
-
I've tried some of her workouts before. They're really tough. That woman is in crazy good shape.
I don't think there's anything she won't add a burpee to. She has burpees in her yoga routine, for crying out loud, lol. Those things kill me.0 -
I've tried some of her workouts before. They're really tough. That woman is in crazy good shape.
I don't think there's anything she won't add a burpee to. She has burpees in her yoga routine, for crying out loud, lol. Those things kill me.
I used to HATE burpees. Hate. I have gotten used to them now though and do okay with them.
I completed the power cardio back in the beginning of April and am anxiously awaiting tomorrow's release of the strength training series. Can't wait to have it all planned out for me. That is the best part of it IMO is having a plan with varied workouts!0 -
Burpee # 800005058381
So Im nearly done with month 2 and wow....my body is seriously different. I havent really lost all that much weight but Ive gone down about 3 pant sizes and Im starting to see ab definition (not all the fat is gone yet sadly but its shrinking and a pretty amazing pace) I think by the end of month 3 Im going to be nearly at my first goal body. Ill post some before and midway pictures when I finish month 2!
She just came out with a new set of dvds that I think I will get after Im done with zcut. She also has her new Zgym which could be cool. You get new work outs every week.0
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 393.3K Introduce Yourself
- 43.8K Getting Started
- 260.2K Health and Weight Loss
- 175.9K Food and Nutrition
- 47.4K Recipes
- 232.5K Fitness and Exercise
- 424 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.5K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.5K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 153K Motivation and Support
- 8K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.3K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.7K MyFitnessPal Information
- 24 News and Announcements
- 1.1K Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.6K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions