Weights for 30 day shred?

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sarah2954
sarah2954 Posts: 291 Member
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I just ordered Jillian Michael's 30 day shred from amazon and I read in the description that you need weights, but it didn't say specifically what. I don't have any weights, so what should I buy for this?

For reference, I'm a bit out of shape - I can do 5 sets of 5 knee push ups :blushing:

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  • coliema
    coliema Posts: 7,646 Member
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    When I did JM's 30DS, I used two 5 pound weights, at times it was tough because it made my arms sore but it wasn't that bad! I think 5lb weights are the best to use for people that are out of shape or people that haven't worked out in a while!
  • BohemianPrep
    BohemianPrep Posts: 15 Member
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    I used 5 pound weights when I did it, but I found out later that many people use 3 pounds. I personally would invest in both because they are fairly cheap.

    You can always start with the three's and if you find they are too easy you can always challenge yourself to do the five's.
  • 2April
    2April Posts: 285 Member
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    In the video I think they use 3 lb weights. I found this too light. I used 5s and 10s depending on the exercise.
  • sarah2954
    sarah2954 Posts: 291 Member
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    Thanks :) I think I'll buy both.

    How do I determine calories burned during this workout?
  • bed2883
    bed2883 Posts: 92 Member
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    Thanks :) I think I'll buy both.

    How do I determine calories burned during this workout?

    I use my heart rate monitor.
  • 2April
    2April Posts: 285 Member
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    Some people record it as circuit training.
  • PLUMSGRL
    PLUMSGRL Posts: 1,134 Member
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    use this:

    http://www.braydenwm.com/calburn.htm

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