30 Day Shred...yes another one

Hey There! I totally here ya on that. I tried Jillian's 30 day shred several times and never got around to doing more than 2 days in a row and would just pick it up here and there. However, on May 1st a group of 3 ladies, myself included, started her shred. It's the 24th day and yes, I've skipped a couple days here and there, but we made it through level 1 in 10 days (skipping the weekend) and now we're on level 2. We're going to stay on level 2 until the group thinks we should move on. We are probably going to do the shred for a couple of months! There's no reason to stop! Good luck and definitely find someone who will start it with you. Or you can count on me to keep you accountable because I'm doing it also, just started at a different time. Wanna add me as a friend?

I am on the Level 3 now (3rd day) and it seems like it is easier with strength, but harder with cardio. I did skipped some days (days when I have advanced Pilates class or long runs). I personally didn't lose any weight (that's why I am registering here), but the body overall got really toned. It gives nice definition to your back and shoulders. I just ordered her Ripped workout (it will probably take a month before it will be delivered to Dubai), but have intention to continue 30 Days. I did cheat on the days when I was too tired to do Level 2 or 3, and just went back to Level 1 couple days, figuring out it still better than totally skipping work out. How are you all logging it into your exercise? I am entering 200 cal, but not sure if I am correct and since I am not losing any weight would like to know the precise calorie burn from JM workout. Thanks for help/

what do you put into mfp exercise for the 30 day shred, how many cals is one workout?

I put in 13 minutes of cardio with jumping jacks, jump rope, and punching bag. That is 108 calories. Then, I put in abdominal crunches, chest flies, and some others for strength training. It is not just calories to deduct, but the strength training with the weights really helps. Every bit of muscle added helps burn more fat. I only use 2.5 pounds now, but look to moving up to 5 pounds in another 10 days or so.

What is the 30 day shred? how can I start?

Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred. It's a workout DVD, but you can also find the workouts on You Tube. Its a progressive workout and has 3 levels. Supposedly, you do 10days at each level. The levels get harder as you progress. I just did Level 3. Day 1 last night! It's tough, but I LOVE IT! I bought my DVD off Amazon, and it was only about $14! That includes shipping!

Level 1 Day 5. It's good to read these posts. Didn't know you did 10 days per each level. We'll see.

Day 6 Level 2........I seem to be sweating more and getting more energy to do the shred.......does that mean I am getting stronger. Felt quite sick when I finished.....so am giving it my all......See you all tomorrow

what do you put into mfp exercise for the 30 day shred, how many cals is one workout?

I log it as 27 minutes of circuit training!

I completed D3L1 yesterday. I really didn't want to do it but I did feel better after I was done. I didn't do it today because my back was really sore from working (probably should have anyway). So I will do D4L1 tomorrow. I also haven't added any weight yet but plan on that for tomorrow as well. I have bad knees so this is challenging but not impossible. I am enjoying it and made it through the entire routine with only a couple of breaks on D3 so that keeps me motivated as well. Keep up the good work everyone!

I did D4 L1 today. I took a 2 day break because I worked (12 hour shifts). I'll use my work days as rest days. Today I was able to focus on form more.

I know it's ideal to go 30 days straight, but even with my breaks, I'm doing way more exercise and getting fitter than when I was doing nothing.

Onward!

I love this workout and am glad to have found this forum. I just completed Day 6 of Level 2 today, I can feel a lot of improvement since I started! I am a runner and thought I was in really good shape... then I started working out with Jillian and I know I wasn't! I like how you can see improvement within each Level. I think there is a big increase in difficulty from Level 1 to Level 2, so when I began Level 2 I was doing some of the modiifcations. Now, 6 days in I am not using any modifications. I've been doing it every day, with 1 rest day in between levels and some "forced rest" for when I have work travel scheduled and do not plan to put hand weights in my suitcase!

My only criticism is that by now I know all the words by heart! Anyone else tired of "Don't phone it in?"

I'm planning on giving this a try next week and curious if this program should be done in addition to my normal workout schedule?

And let's not forget why we don't get a break when we're only working out for 20 minutes!