Level 1 of the 30 day Shred - Open Group
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Week 1 is done, not sure if I'll go to level 2 yet, I have a few days to decide. I start up again Monday.0
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Hello juliep, I'm dreading Level 2, I took a sneak peek and now I wish I hadn't!!!! but it makes me feel better that people think Level 3 is easier, that's what I will be focusing on.
and jvinmill 'whoop!' with the free tickets! sounds like you had a fab time : )
Day 6 done.
I felt FANTASTIC this workout!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I felt like superwoman doing my pushups (albeit the girly version!) and wow am I noticing the difference in my stamina. Even now, 3+ hours after the workout I feel happy, bright, full of energy, dancing about the house like a crazy woman.
Saved up my calories today for a massive blowout tomorrow..... off to the first winter fair of the season, which involves pancakes with nutella, mulled wine, rich fruit cake, pork and apple sauce baps, and no doubt more drinks as me and my fiance put up the Christmas tree and decorations in the evening. I'm going to enjoy every calorific mouthful : ) because I know now that I'm strong enough to stick to the 30DS and healthy eating with all of your support.
I really mean it, this group feel like real friends to me, I feel very lucky to have you all x0 -
Day 4 done. I think I got through it a little more easily than before, but I still can't get through it all without a break.
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I'm right there with you! I did my first day yesterday (after about a year of not doing the Shred). I was so sore this morning. I kept telling myself before I started the video today for day 2 that the soreness will eventually go down. I really didn't feel sore during the video, but now I do again.
I hate feeling sore and this is usually what makes me talk myself out of doing strength exercises but I'm going to stick with it for the full 30 days because I know it will be worth it. Best wishes to you!0 -
Just finished Day 7! I still find it very difficult, but I think my endurance was much better today than before. I keep waiting for this to become "easy" though. I'm pretty nervous about moving on to level 2 in a few days, especially knowing the general consensus is that it's the hardest.
Keep up the great work, everybody!
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I just finished Day 4! Whoooo! So far, this has been the best of all the days. My legs didn't hurt nearly as much. This may also be because I was wearing shoes....0
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I ordered the 30 day shed the other day from Amazon once I get it I plan on doing it every day. Can I join when I start it? is anyone seeing results yet? Hoping I made a good purchase. Also looking for friends to help motivate me so please friend me too!!!
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Welcome newcomers. I will be adding each of you as friends soon enough! And we are very glad you could join us. The way I've asked everyone to do this is to weigh and take measurements (if possible) before starting the program, so that we can update the group on our progress as we finish each level. I am on day 6 of level 1 and while I don't want to spoil the fun of making my official announcement... I will say that I am amazed at the progress I've seen in just a matter of a few days. I should add that I am not new to working out/losing weight as I have been on MFP since July. I think you will be very impressed with your own results and will find this group to be very supportive.0
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Day 6, Level 1: Well I waited until 10:30 at night and I was kinda concerned that doing it later in the day again, I would be a little low on the energy. While there may be some truth to that I couldn't believe how much easier I found the work out to be today (similar to Katherine). Like Rosie, I don't know if I'll ever find it to be "easy", but I am definitely seeing myself change and progress. More and more each day I am liking the reflection in the mirror... the changes I am seeing in my body... I think I am "shredding". Although Level 2 is very difficult as we've heard from both Sir and Julie, I think by the time day 10 roles around I will be ready for a new challenge.
Sir & Julie - I am glad to see that you guys are pushing yourselves hard and rising to the challenge.
Amber - I definitely think you should go for it! We will only see change when we push ourselves to be better.
Katherine - I think you're my twin. I share all the same feelings you expressed in your post. You took the words right out of my mouth... and probably said it better than I ever could.
Sbb- You are pushing yourself and for that you will see improvements in your endurance and changes in your body.
Jen- I think most of us here now a few days into the program will agree that by days 4 & 5 you will see a significant reduction in your soreness. You'll probably see improvements in your performance. And find many reasons to be proud of yourself
Most of all, you guys rock!0 -
Day 7 done!
Well I kept to my word and had a blow out, WOW I didn't know a pie could ever have that many calories!!!! BUT I am below my sugar allowance for the day he he he crazy! so I'm taking jvinmill's advice and ignoring the sugar limit on MFP from now on.
Another good workout for me today. For everyone who is nervous about Level 2, just remember that we are all doing this together as a team, push yourself and feel safe in the knowledge that we'll be whooping and cheering from the sidelines : )
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Day 7, Level 1: Well it's a countdown to level 2 now. Just 3 more times on level 1 to go. I am very excited to take on the new challenge and take my official weigh-in and measurements for Level 1 on Wednesday. Day 7 is still tough. I still have a bit of tenderness in my left knee when working out, but it is bearable. I have seen tons of improvement in terms of my strength! Working on these push ups I really think is helping to prepare me for all the planks in level 2... but, we shall see. I've been pretty on par with my diet since starting Jillian Michaels so nothing to report in that respect. And actually I think that is all for now... short post today... I guess it's because of all the anticipation building inside of me 0
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Level 1, Day 5. Done!
Today I think was my best day at it so far. It actually felt good and I didn't feel like I was dying. Looking forward to the rest of this program.0 -
Day 7, Level 1: Well it's a countdown to level 2 now. Just 3 more times on level 1 to go. I am very excited to take on the new challenge and take my official weigh-in and measurements for Level 1 on Wednesday. Day 7 is still tough. I still have a bit of tenderness in my left knee when working out, but it is bearable. I have seen tons of improvement in terms of my strength! Working on these push ups I really think is helping to prepare me for all the planks in level 2... but, we shall see. I've been pretty on par with my diet since starting Jillian Michaels so nothing to report in that respect. And actually I think that is all for now... short post today... I guess it's because of all the anticipation building inside of me
Hey! I was just wondering how many days you were doing each level? Since I started a little later, I was thinking of doing 8 days on each level, so I'll be done before Christmas. Do you think that's a good idea? I have done level 1 before, but never moved on to the next levels. Anyway, just trying to get a plan. Thanks! Also, thanks so much for starting this group. I love the support and motivation. I hate to say it, but I wouldn't have done this all week without it. You guys are GREAT!0 -
Hey Curlygirl,
I was going to do 10 days on level 1, 10 days on level 2 and then 6 days on level 3 before I take off on my Christmas vacation in Florida. I thought about cutting down on the days I spend on Level 1, so I could spend more time on the upper levels, but I am still finding level 1 to be challenging, so I don't think that this will be necessary. I think you should listen to your body and make your decision off that. If you find that level 1 isn't challenging you enough, go on to level 2. If you find level 2 especially challenging, maybe spend a longer time on that one... One size does not fit all and I am confident that you will make the right decision for yourself. I started this group for all the reasons that you mentioned. But, this group would not be successful without the dedication and responses of each member. So, I am very thankful that you guys decided to join and stick with it!Hey! I was just wondering how many days you were doing each level? Since I started a little later, I was thinking of doing 8 days on each level, so I'll be done before Christmas. Do you think that's a good idea? I have done level 1 before, but never moved on to the next levels. Anyway, just trying to get a plan. Thanks! Also, thanks so much for starting this group. I love the support and motivation. I hate to say it, but I wouldn't have done this all week without it. You guys are GREAT!0 -
Day 3 --I could tell a major difference between today and the first two days. I wasn't as short of breath. I'm still doing the push ups the easy way and I hope to be able to do at least one full set before I finish level 1. I'm also jogging two miles before doing the Shred and that is getting me more warmed up for it. I can't wait to see what the final results will be!0
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OK. So, I did the Shred for about 15 days in January, but I quit because I was doing it for a wedding, then the wedding came and I sort of sucked and stopped. But my gym membership is over tomorrow and we're not renewing it .... and I'm going back on the shred!! I hope I can stay committed this time! So glad there's a board with other people doing it on here!0
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I took today off after doing 10 days in a row. It was more a time crunch than being sore. Surprisingly, as difficult as I find level 2, I have really been that sore. I can feel the muscles in my back today but I was really expecting more ab soreness (I suppose once I make it through at least half of the final ab set that might all change). I'm looking forward to it tomorrow - I do like a good sweat. I'm thinking of trying to motivate for a yoga class too. Jillian definitely skimps on the cool down stretch - I always add at least 5 if not 10 minutes to the end to properly stretch. I'm so proud of all you ladies working through those first few days of pain. You're all rocking it!0
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Curlygirl - I think once you start you'll probably want to take jv's approach - 10 days level 1, then 10 days on level 2 and then cutting your final level short. Unless you are already a regular exerciser (cardio and strength training), you'll probably want all 10 days before moving on. I tried level 2 after 6 days and nearly died so went back to level 1. I started level 2 again after 9 full days at level 1 and found it to be tough but doable. You can always give it a try after 8 days and see how you do. Good luck!Day 7, Level 1: Well it's a countdown to level 2 now. Just 3 more times on level 1 to go. I am very excited to take on the new challenge and take my official weigh-in and measurements for Level 1 on Wednesday. Day 7 is still tough. I still have a bit of tenderness in my left knee when working out, but it is bearable. I have seen tons of improvement in terms of my strength! Working on these push ups I really think is helping to prepare me for all the planks in level 2... but, we shall see. I've been pretty on par with my diet since starting Jillian Michaels so nothing to report in that respect. And actually I think that is all for now... short post today... I guess it's because of all the anticipation building inside of me
Hey! I was just wondering how many days you were doing each level? Since I started a little later, I was thinking of doing 8 days on each level, so I'll be done before Christmas. Do you think that's a good idea? I have done level 1 before, but never moved on to the next levels. Anyway, just trying to get a plan. Thanks! Also, thanks so much for starting this group. I love the support and motivation. I hate to say it, but I wouldn't have done this all week without it. You guys are GREAT!0 -
Day 8 of Level 1: Done! I think I kicked some serious butt tonight! I did my daily walk about 30 mins before tackling Jillian. I really pushed myself on my walk tonight (personal best), and my muscles were really warm. I think it helped me get through tonight's workout so much better! I went back to the floor for all my pushups tonight - almost made it through the 2nd set. I even added an extra lb to my weights for the chest flies (I should have done it for all of circuit 2's strength also). Once I got to the end, I wasn't nearly as worn out either! I'm kind of on cloud 9 right now!
@curlygirl - I'm planning to spend 10 days on each level also.
@caressa - Welcome to the group!
I'm so glad everyone's sticking with this! I am loving our little support system.0 -
I can't even do girl pushups! I don't think I've ever done them correctly because I've never felt anything happening in my arms doing them, and when I tried normal push ups I couldn't get back up lol. At least I feel something with the wall pushups. It sucks because I hate moving past a level when I can't do everything in it, but I don't think I'll be ready for normal push ups in a reasonable amount of time. I also can't use my 3 lbs weights on the squat presses or side lunges, so for now I'm using the 1 lbs weighted gloves I have for kickboxing. I know I'd get better results if I just tried to push through with 3 lbs, but my arms are unbelievably weak xD
In other news... I'm a little disappointed because I didn't exercise at all today. I'm not sure why, but I was totally exhausted. I just woke up from a 5 hour "nap" but it's a little bit late to start now lol (almost 1 am)
You're not alone. I'm 5'6, 266 and other than about 6 months of Zumba last year, I don't have any athletic history. As for my push ups, it's the wall or nothing. I feel the burn Now crunches...I suck. The good thing for me is that I loose my belly fat first so that MIGHT be easier after a 10-20 pounds lost or so. I thought I was the only "wealking" who was having a hard time with the 3 pound squat presses! I have some 2's and will try those tomorrow.
I also don't see me getting past Level 1 until February. The way I see it is that I'm doing more than I ever have and if I can't do L1, I'm not ready for L2.
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Day 4 here today and I'm not feeling as sore or as winded. Although, I had to stop side lunges because I had sharp shooting pain in knee this morning. It has not subsided So sad, resting it now and taking a ton of Aleve to help remedy this situation. Don't wait to stop, I'm so motivated right now. Thanks everyone for the support!!
I'm having a knee problem, what are you doing to replace the side lunges?0 -
Just did day 1 on lvl 1. Very proud to have survived :P we'll see if I feel as good tomorrow morning hehe0
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Well done rosiebug!!!! It feels great doesn't it? I'm so glad you're getting that buzz too now.
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Week 1 Stats
Weight: 267.6...265.2 (-2.4)
Mini Measurement Update:
3. chest--47...45 (-2)
8. stomach (across your fullest point)--47...45 (-2)
9. hips (across your fullest point)--51...51 (no change)
Summary: 2.4 pounds lost, 4 inches lost0 -
Week 1 Stats
Weight: 267.6...265.2 (-2.4)
Mini Measurement Update:
3. chest--47...45 (-2)
8. stomach (across your fullest point)--47...45 (-2)
9. hips (across your fullest point)--51...51 (no change)
Summary: 2.4 pounds lost, 4 inches lost
BTW, I only did 3 full workouts and 1 circuit twice.
(Now that I have my knee brace, I'm hoping to do at least 5 days this week.)0 -
Hi everybody! I did day 7 of level 1 today and I just have a question: does anybody else feel that the workout is a little unbalanced? For me, I never feel any burn in my legs, while my delts are killing me every single time. I guess I am in ok shape and I usually do squats with significantly heavier weights on the gym so maybe that's it but why would my delts be so much weaker, relatively? Is this just me? :P0
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Day 6, Level 1, Done!
I am finding myself enjoying it a lot more and pushing myself more and more. Glad to hear the good reports from everyone else. That's encouraging! :-)0 -
I have felt very little in my legs (the one exception being after my first attempt at level 2 - the first circuit has a toe touch exercise built in and I felt my hamstrings the next day). I feel like I squat low too - not quite parallel to the floor but close. My shoulders are always exhausted. I did a sprint triathlon in september and tri's are all about lower body so I was thinking that was why my legs have been fine. I think the fact that you squat with weight explains your lower body strength too. So no, its not just you : )Hi everybody! I did day 7 of level 1 today and I just have a question: does anybody else feel that the workout is a little unbalanced? For me, I never feel any burn in my legs, while my delts are killing me every single time. I guess I am in ok shape and I usually do squats with significantly heavier weights on the gym so maybe that's it but why would my delts be so much weaker, relatively? Is this just me? :P0
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*crawls in breathless*
I NEED AIR! lmbo!
I'm just playing, but I just started the shred on the second and JUST finished LV1 D3! Now I'm looking down at the remaining 27 days like......:noway: and then....
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I plan on sticking with it because I know it's helping my endurance a great deal and I was looking for new "kick me into gear" type workouts. And she's giving it to me all right. It's been good because finally I've been feeling a little sore herelately. Granted, it's not a great deal of soreness, but at least I can believe this workout is having some sort of effect on me.
I have noticed that my weight is at a stand still now. I think I understand that it may be because I'm gaining muscle and that's what's making my measurements and scale weight go up because I know I'm not eating nearly as bad as I would. Just really trying to stick through with this, I'm more than determined to enter 2012 as toned as I can get! I would love to join this group if possible! :happy:
I need the help! :sad:
Oh, and these are my very accurate measurements:
Neck: 14 inches
Chest: 36 inches
Waist: 30.5 inches
Tummy: 32 inches
Hips: 40.5 inches
Arms; Relaxed: 11 inches
Arms; Flexed: 12 inches
Quads: 25 inches
Thighs: 20 inches
Calves: 14 inches
Weight: 184.6 lbs
BMI: ???
We'll see what happens 27 days from now....why does that sound like forever? :indifferent:0 -
Welcome newcomers! It seems this group is gaining momentum every day And congratulations to everyone continuing with the shred. Today I'd like to give a special shout out to cali for the amazing results she achieved during her first week with the shred
Day 8, Level 1: Last couple of days I have been hungry! Eating non-stop, yet somehow staying under my calorie limit. Today wasn't the greatest with sodium... I'll have to be more careful of that tomorrow. But, all this hunger I am taking as a sign of after-burn and muscle growth. Starting to get excited that I only have 2 days left at this level. I don't think I am getting the same burn as when I first started. Although I can feel my heart rate picking up, I don't have any soreness and some of the moves that were almost impossible before are much easier. I'll see how tomorrow goes, but after tonight, I am really thinking I may start day 2 on Tuesday instead of Wednesday. Just as a heads up, I will be starting a new forum post for Level 2. I think I have added you all as friends so you will see a notice on your main page of where to post. If I have not added you, make sure to add me to make sure that you receive this notice. I think I will make the title the next group more general, since we have many people in this group who are at different levels and I would like all to feel welcome. And that way we can keep the conversation going on that thread unless we reach 500 posts, which would be absolutely amazing. Anyways, I am off for the night, but look forward to updating you on my decision tomorrow 0
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