Another 30 Day Shred Thread....

Jerzeebabie04
Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
edited September 21 in Fitness and Exercise
I am starting 30 Day Shred again today after work. I decided to start a new thread for anyone who is looking for a thread to join or anyone who isn't quite sure if they want to buy the DVD can follow along with my progress before making that decision.

I will post everyday (or at least try to post everyday) about how the workout made me feel, what parts of it were difficult, what parts seem to be getting easier, or how angry I am with Jillian lol

My plan is to stay on each level for 10 days before moving to the next level (unless my body tells me it needs more or less time on that level) After the completion of each level I will post measurements and weight loss along with some pictures! I have already taken day 1 pictures but will not post them until I have reached day 10.

So if you are looking for a thread to join, want to try a great kick-butt Jillian Michaels workout, or like me have done this workout before but have gotten out of shape again and need Jillians help... feel free to join or check back often!
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  • SLambertAlaska
    SLambertAlaska Posts: 197 Member
    I looked at this video in a store and saw that it is only a 30 (?) min. workout. It sounds like you have used it before, so i'm wondering about how well it works if its only 30 minutes. Do you do other exercise in addition? Also, is the 30 day shred just a workout, or is it also a food plan?
    Thanks!
  • DawnBoersma
    DawnBoersma Posts: 1
    Have you tried this DVD before?

    Do you use the DVD each Day?
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    About 2 months ago I did the 30 day shred with a group of people on MFP. A few days into level 3 I ended up hurting my knee which made it difficult to finish the full 30 days, but I think it was the type of floor I was working out on or type of shoes I was wearing at the time.

    The 30 day shred doesn't have a meal plan to follow, but I use MFP for that and I think you could join Jillian Michaels website if you wanted a specific plan. The last time I did this workout I lost a lot of inches from it which made all the difference, my clothes fit better and I felt better in general. The first few days of each level were tough (even for people who said they usually work out a lot) but each level gets easier. It helped me build muscle without looking too bulky and while still losing inches and pounds.

    For the most part I would do the DVD each day and then a few days a week I'd use the elliptical for 30 minutes also or do the DVD twice in 1 day just for more of a workout. If the thread I was apart of is still on here, we all posted our weight loss and measurements after each level, or you can follow along on here to see my progress, but I definitely recommend this DVD.
  • Soon2Bfitmamaof3
    Soon2Bfitmamaof3 Posts: 1,911 Member
    Count me in Jerzee, I just finished. Are you going to do it every day or take days off? Let me know and we can do it together. One small problem, hurt my knee doing it last Friday and seems to be getting worse, having to baby it while doing all of the jumping stuff. Have you ever had this problem?
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    I am planning to do it everyday because that's when I see the best results. My body will tell me if it needs a break, but I'm not planning on doing that. If I do decide to take a break it may be for 1 day after level 1 before starting level 2, but we'll see how my body feels.

    I did hurt my knee during level 3 last time, if you are having this problem then just modify the workouts where you feel it the most to avoid doing further damage. I know during level 1 or 2 some people were having problems with their knees last time, so they would modify the jumping parts but still keep moving!

    Now here it goes... time for me to do Level 1, Day 1 (L1D1)......
  • Soon2Bfitmamaof3
    Soon2Bfitmamaof3 Posts: 1,911 Member
    L1D1 Completed with modifications, post again tomorrow
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    Lost the paper with my measurements so I took them again before the workout:
    left arm: 15"
    right arm: 15"
    right thigh 23.5"
    left thigh: 23.5"
    chest: 44.5"
    hips: 46"
    abs: 44"

    Not sure how accurate they are, I'm not very good at taking my measurements, the paper had my measurements that I had a friend take. I normally weigh in on Thursdays but since I started the shred today I also weighed in today at 206.8 and will post my measurements and weight again at the end of level 1

    L1D1 complete.... I must say I'm glad these past 2 months haven't completely put me out of shape, it wasn't nearly as hard this time as it was the very first time I ever did the shred. But I really do hate those bicycle crunches & pushups... I have never been good at doing push-ups.

    I used 3 lb weights today which were too light except for those side lunge shoulder raises, I'm not sure I could have used a heavier weight there! Tomorrow I will try the 5 lb weights.

    Only problem I had with the workout today was during the jump rope part I got cramps in my feet, never had this happen before, but it was only from doing the jump rope.
  • Soon2Bfitmamaof3
    Soon2Bfitmamaof3 Posts: 1,911 Member
    Sorry Jerzee, my hubby said he is hiding my dvd until Monday. I am limping around with my knee and nearly crying when I bend it. I have to wait until Monday to start again :sad: I didn't want it to be this way. I wanted to have the support system. Darn knee get better quick will practice the R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate) method until Monday. Sorry Jillian looks like Im banned to light aerobics, treadmill or light walking.:angry:
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    Aw well definitely take it easy on that knee so you won't damage it anymore. If it's still hurting in a few days you should see a Dr. I wouldn't exercise until it's feeling better, but you can always do those punches like Jillian says.... it's the best kind of cardio for a lower body injury!
  • Soon2Bfitmamaof3
    Soon2Bfitmamaof3 Posts: 1,911 Member
    Thanks! I'll look forward to a speedy recovery :glasses:
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    Hi ladies! I just did level one of the Shred today. I'm the biggest I've ever been and I've got to lose about 40 lbs. I'm going to try to do the workout daily. It was pretty difficult today, I'm hoping it gets better tomorrow. Good luck and happy shredding!
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    Hi ladies! I just did level one of the Shred today. I'm the biggest I've ever been and I've got to lose about 40 lbs. I'm going to try to do the workout daily. It was pretty difficult today, I'm hoping it gets better tomorrow. Good luck and happy shredding!
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    Hi ladies! I just did level one of the Shred today. I'm the biggest I've ever been and I've got to lose about 40 lbs. I'm going to try to do the workout daily. It was pretty difficult today, I'm hoping it gets better tomorrow. Good luck and happy shredding!
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    Hi ladies! I just did level one of the Shred today. I'm the biggest I've ever been and I've got to lose about 40 lbs. I'm going to try to do the workout daily. It was pretty difficult today, I'm hoping it gets better tomorrow. Good luck and happy shredding!
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    Welcome Sloop! I am on Day 2 of the shred... don't worry it will get easier. I thought the same way the first time I ever did the shred. I want to lose about 60 lbs so we can work hard on this journey together!

    Keep shredding!
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    L1D2 done.... I stuck with the 3 lb weights today and modified the push-ups a little as well as the jump rope just cause it cramped my feet again. Surprisingly I pushed through the cardio more then ever. I almost didn't workout today because a guy I was talking to really got me down on myself, which is why I'm not talking to him anymore. But when I was upset and angry about something he said I was thinking of not working out, but then I said no I would just be prooving him and people like him right by doing that, so I pushed through it and had more energy in me for it, probably the anger coming out!

    Now I'll think I'll do the elliptical (before my thighs really start to hurt from Jillian kicking my butt!)
  • Happyoceangirl
    Happyoceangirl Posts: 1,993 Member
    Thanks for starting this thread. I'm bumping to follow along. It helps me stay motivated when I check in with other people. I signed onto a 30 day shred thread that started on 7/20 but I haven't been doing it consistently. I DO want to keep the workouts in my rotation, I just need to mix it up with running and zumba so I don't get bored.

    Looking forward to all your success!
  • twojurfin
    twojurfin Posts: 75 Member
    I am also doing the shred. I have started a few times and never really done it consistently. I would like to do it every day. I think checking in would help alot.
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    I'm about to try L1D2, but I'm ridiculously sore today, so we'll see how it goes. I feel like I have to try or I'll never do it again. I'm really motivated to get the weight off. I'm disgusted with myself and just want to lose the weight. Here I go....Keep posting! It motivates me and reminds me that I can do this!
  • Happyoceangirl
    Happyoceangirl Posts: 1,993 Member
    Hey there, Jerzee, sloop and twojurfin! Anyone shred today? I'm sitting here with my laptop, dvd is fired up, annoying background music is muted out..... and I'm trying to motivate. I'll report back later - when the deed is done.

    BTW - sloop - stick with it! I think it's pretty normal to feel super sore after day 1, even if you're used to exercising, because it tends to be different than your normal routine. I hurt after day 1, needed to wait a couple days, then did another day of it. Then I waited a couple more days, then back at it again. (Doing stuff like zumba, running, etc. in between). It's all about making it work for you. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • MizMeow
    MizMeow Posts: 16
    I started the shred this evening, it was tough, my 14 year old daughter gave up.. I think the only reason I was able to complete the whole 20mins was I began step classes, salsa dance and circuit training classes 2 weeks ago, I got the shred to supplement those work outs along with Wii Fit Plus and diet change.. I am determined...I like it, and will try to do it daily, at least it gives my daughter a good laugh...lol

    My question to everyone who has done this in the past, and currently.. How do I log it into my exercise log??

    Thanks

    Lanet
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    I did it again today and really feel the pain! I've been logging it as circuit training. Hope everyone had a great shredding day.
  • grover0ca
    grover0ca Posts: 568 Member
    I am on D4L1...it is a tough workout that is for sure..that last set of crunches is killer hey!!
  • MizMeow
    MizMeow Posts: 16
    I did it again today and really feel the pain! I've been logging it as circuit training. Hope everyone had a great shredding day.



    Thank you:flowerforyou:
  • twojurfin
    twojurfin Posts: 75 Member
    Finished the shred for today. I hate how hard it is to keep up on the cardio sometimes! I log it as circuit training also.
  • Sloop
    Sloop Posts: 8
    D3L1-the third day must be a charm because I actually wasn't sure if I'd make it down the stairs to do day 3, but I did it! I like this work out and feel like I can add more cardio after a week of shredding. I'm sure it's mostly in my head, but I feel stronger already. Happy shredding! Let's keep with it!
  • scrappymel
    scrappymel Posts: 107 Member
    L1D3 - today was DEFINATELY easier! i was so sore when i woke up i didn't know if i'd make it out of the bed. went to ice skating lessons w/ daughter and out to lunch then hauled myself upstairs to do the workout wondering if i'd make it through the first 5 minutes. i did it all.... and without breaks or panting! :O) i feel better now than before i did it!
  • twojurfin
    twojurfin Posts: 75 Member
    Yay! Good for you guys! It is so hard sometimes to force yourself to mentally WANT to do the Shred. But I keep telling myself I would feel much worse if I didn't do it. My arms and legs are so sore I think they are going to fall off! Finished my shred for the night and I hope I can get to it earlier tomorrow rather than so late at night!
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    Hey all sorry for not posting this weekend was a very busy weekend for me. I decided to go to Atlantic City friday after work so I didn't get my shred it and then got called into work Saturday and Sunday. So I decided I'm going to do my workouts in the mornings so that this doesn't happen again, especially on Fridays so I can enjoy the night. I'm only on Day 4 today but myworkout felt great this morning! I can definitely feel a difference but I know my body is not ready to move on to the next level just yet so probably sticking to it the full 10 days
  • Jerzeebabie04
    Jerzeebabie04 Posts: 272
    How is everyone doing on the shred? I stick suck at the pushups (don't think this will ever change) and I can make it through the cardio much more then on day 1. But the jump rope is still giving me cramps in my feet like crazy so I have to keep modifying them to more of like a skipping rope type. Not sure why I am having this problem. And each day I keep wondering if I'm ever going to be able to make it through bicycle crunches... they have always been my least favorite form of crunches lol
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