30 Day shred Friends :)

L1D2 today for me. I did 30DS before and didn't get much of a result (as I have too much fat over my muscles to see any change! lol), other than being able to do some actual proper push-ups by the end of it! Back to having to to the modified ones this time around. I am also attempting the C25K at the same time and trying to eat as clean as possible. Have hidden my scales this time around as I think they demotivate me, as I don't seem to lose much, if any weight when exercising, so I'm going to go by the fit of my clothes.

@kim--can already see some difference in your pics! Keep going!! :drinker:

@bjtp--welcome! :flowerforyou: I agree that the fit of your clothes is the best measure. Scales go up and down daily and it's so easy to measure incorrectly, but the waistband doesn't lie. :laugh:

AFM--I did L2D7 yesterday and feeling a bit stronger with the plank-jacks. Today I'm feeling pretty sore through my core after 3 days in a row. It will be a true rest day for me--nothing but a walk with my dog and some yard work.

Hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th!

Hey guys!

I forgot to check in yesterday, butt I just finished L2D9--one more day and then I'm on to level 3! :noway:

During L1 my right shoulder was hurting a bit--I worked through it with some modifications and it was fine. Yesterday my left shoulder was hurting--I decided to try to work through it again and hope that was the right decision. We'll see how it feels tomorrow.

Hey everyone, I'm on day 17 today, great to see all the success with it!! Anyone feel free to add me. Would be nice to have some 'shred' fans on my FL!

Ooo I'm really thinking about trying the 30 day shred once I hit maintenance. I'll be really interested to see how you all are finding it.

Question to all those starting - are you quite fit already? Do you currently exercise or are you starting afresh with 30DS?

I ask because I worry about how my unused muscles will cope, and how punishing it is for a beginner...

I did the 30 days a year and a half ago and got amazing results even while modifying some of the moves. I have been doing it 1 to 2 times a week this summer due to other summer commitments. I guess its time to put in some "me" time again. (We had a litter of 8 Weimaraner puppies). This is a great support group.

I just started the Shred 5 days ago. Hoooboy was I sore the first few days, but I'm feeling good now! My 8 year old said it looks like it's working. He is probably just blowing smoke up my butt, but it sure feels good to hear! heh.

Hey everybody!

I bought this dvd a few years ago and never got past L1.

On the 1st of this month I decided to try it again since I'm in great physical shape and I am already getting great results. My better half commented on how strong my legs have become and how tighter my sides (core) have been getting. I have not changed my diet or my other workouts at all.

I am not weighing myself, but I know I have lost inches in my waist since I had to move down a notch in my belt and my arms/biceps seem more firmer as well!

Level 1 was easy for me so I skipped to level 2 and have been doing that all week. My plan is to do L2 for 15 days and L3 for 15 days then move on to Ripped in 30.

I follow Natalie and the only adjustment I had to make doing my own standing ab exercises and modifying most of the planks by doing them on a desk opposed to the floor. My blood pressure has been low lately and moving quickly from standing up to laying on the floor was making me lightheaded.

I;m looking forward to seeing where the rest of the month takes me!!!!

i just started yesterday (technically it's after midnight here now haha) and i think i did okay. i am definitely out of shape but i know if i keep at it, my stamina will get better. here's to day 2 later on today!

I finished the 30DS yesterday morning. I did 9 days of level 1, 11 days of level 2 and 10 days of level 3. I did really like it! I updated my weight and measurements on an earlier post here, June 30th, even though I had some days left of level 3. I feel so much better having completed it! Didn't drop a lot of weight or inches where I measure but I know that everything is tighter and I am stronger. Hang in there guys. If you think you are bored or it is too easy-just give it a little more. Knees higher, go faster, perfect your form... I think the opportunity is there with this workout that you won't "outgrow" it. I am going to do a Jackie Warner 30 day QuickStart now and then do the 30DS again. Thanks to all of you that are supporting this post-it has been a great month.

TimCint-my burn varied throughout the levels between 105 and 180 depending on the effort I exerted. That was based on my HRM so yours would be somewhat different. I am 52, 5'4" and weigh 156 now.

Jeanz-I was wondering how level 3 was going to be for your injury. I think it was my favorite level after about day 5 but all the jumping really got me at first. My shoulders screamed the first couple of days shadowboxing with weights!

I just completed my first day of the 30 DS. How do I log it?
And does anyone know how many calories are burned?

Day 1 Level 3 complete... Almost there, Eek!

This is day 8 for me. Still doing level 1. I am kind of unsure of when to move up and /or rest. Pulled a calf muscle pretty bad on day 4 but continued to do it, just substituted different cardio for the butt kicks. I am really liking it and anxious to advance to Level 2 I can feel myself getting stronger and believe that inches will disappear.

Age - 52
Starting weight-164
Height - 5'4"
Thighs - 21.5
Hips - 39.25
Waist - 36
Arms - 12.5
Back(above the boobies) - 37
Abs - 39.25

It is my evening workout. I use the elliptical or Bowflex each morning briefly.

Thats awesome, I am just doing the shred right now, before I add anything else/

I love this routine. I did it about 2 years ago with fantastic results -a weight loss of about 35 pounds.

I'm back again, ready to give it alive got. I'm on day 8, Level 1.