yet another 30DS question

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  • Sambo004
    Sambo004 Posts: 549 Member
    Just keep at it, and you will build your fitness levels. I did 2 rounds with 5 days break between the two, but 30 days straight. The next programme I did was Ripped in 30, which recommends 1 rest day a week. So from thereon I take 1 day off a week. When I look back at the first time I did it, I remember how hard it was (and it still is). Even 1 set of jump rope killed me. Now I can do 2 levels back to back and make it through all the cardio with gusto.

    I reckon the key is perseverance. If you keep doing it at least 6 days a week, you will build up your strength very quickly.
  • medaglia_06
    medaglia_06 Posts: 282 Member
    I finished the full 30 days last week and restarted this week with every other day (a cardio day in between). The first time around I had to take a few 5 second breaks, and I almost threw up a couple of times. This time I had to up the weights (it's amazing how far you can come in such little time), but the only exercise that still gives me trouble is the anterial (sp?) raise and side lunge!

    So yes, I did have trouble (it isn't supposed to be easy), but I stuck with it and I was so glad I did. You can do it!!!

    Level two I found the hardest, level three wasn't much easier, but just slowly work your way through it.
  • 7219Amber
    7219Amber Posts: 14
    I'm doing the shred. When I got it last year it was hard cuz I was so out of shape. But I did it for 20 days n stopped. Now I'm doing it again and I'm on day 6. It gets easier after a few days. I'm the same as all of u I hate the side lunges, cuz when ur doing the arm workout with it, it's so damn tiring . But I do it anywAy. I just can't wait til the damn DVD is over with lol. Just try your best like everyone else said do regular lunges while she is doing the side lunges.
  • EMagineBeingEMazing
    EMagineBeingEMazing Posts: 76
    I just finished day 15, and I still can't do the final set of cardio everyday. Especially the jump rope! When I've done all the cardio moves I can stand, I just walk in place to keep my heart going - still cardio, right? :) Also, I can pretty much NEVER do the shred after doing any other workout the same day. I have tried twice, but I think that's my limit. Pay attention to the explanations she gives you about the FORM of each position, and just do your best. The key is JUST KEEP MOVING! :)

    Good luck - and you're doing awesome!! :)
  • phoenixoncemore
    phoenixoncemore Posts: 196 Member
    When I started level 1 it nearly killed me - by the third day I was fine! Obviously still working, but I could do all the moves which I couldn't to begin with, although still following Anita. By day 7 I was following Natalie. She is right when she says you notice you endurance going up really quickly. I hate exercise and I'm quite unfit but I suppose I can only get better and that might be why I noticed such a marked difference.

    I just started level 2 and the first day, I could believe I'd ever be able to do it. I did it for the third time last night and amazingly I did all the moves (following Anita still)!

    You will get there, and amaze yourself in the process. It's such a rush when you realise you've cracked it for the first time. As others have said, don't hurt yourself just modify the movements - follow Anita or make it easier for yourself and ease into it.

    As for jumping in level 2 - there is less than level one but still a couple of sets of jumping jacks and jump ropes.

    I haven't looked a level 3 yet - too scared with the too fresh memory of the first day of level 2 still in my head! :grumble:
  • EMagineBeingEMazing
    EMagineBeingEMazing Posts: 76
    The hardest part for me is the arms, I have 5 lb weights and I think they're too much for me (my arms are dead about 10 min in) but I don't want to go out and buy more weights just cause I'm weak.

    another MFP said she uses 16 oz bottles of water (1lb!) for weights :)
  • jankleberry
    jankleberry Posts: 508


    I always pretend I'm punching her in the face during the punching squats BS she has you do


    haha me too!
  • MndaLynn
    MndaLynn Posts: 26 Member
    I have done this DVD off and on for the past 6 months. I love to mix it in with whatever else I am doing. I did Level 3 last night. I took a couple 5 second breathers...but pretty much did the entire workout. The good news...it does get eaiser. I could not do the side lunges at all when I started, and now I do them all...with heavier weights than before. Just stick with it...and do as much as you can. Don't give up...all your time and dedication will be worth it and you will see results.
  • Cindym82
    Cindym82 Posts: 1,245 Member
    Level 2 is the hardest and by level 3 it's pretty easy but they up the pace
  • BigBoneSista
    BigBoneSista Posts: 2,389 Member
    Maybe try doing the shred first and then running. you still might not get all the moves but at least you'll be warmed up for your run and get both exercises in. I went for a run last night (beginner) with the intention of doing the shred after and I couldn't do it I was too worn out from running.

    I was thinking the same thing. Do the Shred first so that you have more energy.
  • phoenixoncemore
    phoenixoncemore Posts: 196 Member
    The hardest part for me is the arms, I have 5 lb weights and I think they're too much for me (my arms are dead about 10 min in) but I don't want to go out and buy more weights just cause I'm weak.

    another MFP said she uses 16 oz bottles of water (1lb!) for weights :)

    I use two tins of baked beans (about 1lb)
  • Articeluvsmemphis
    Articeluvsmemphis Posts: 1,987 Member
    lol, 30min of cardio before? there's your answer. but seriously, I couldn't always get through the entire thing either
  • shoeloveramber
    shoeloveramber Posts: 291 Member
    I modify the workout because all the jumping she does is bad on my knee. I just run in place when she is doing some of the jumping stuff so that I am getting the cardio in still.

    I also do not do the workout day after day. Your muscles need a day off to heal especially at first so I do it every other day with pilates or just cardio on the off days.
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