30 Day Shred.....Lets Support Each Other!

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  • cheeky1095
    cheeky1095 Posts: 83 Member
    I am on level 2 day 3- tonight. The first day I did level 2 I thought I was going to die- last night it went much better! I took off 2 days over the weekend because I was out of town visiting my mom- do you think this a problem? Should I continue where I am at or do I have to start over! Any input would be greatly helpful!
    I personally think you should continue where you left off but take it easy as you have had the 2 days off you may feel like you are starting the level over again
  • puckers82
    puckers82 Posts: 200 Member


    Just remember that doing weight work you may put weight on as you build muscle. I lost 7lbs in my first week but have lost nothing this week. I have though, in my 15 days of doing it lost 3 inches off my waist, 2 inches off my hips and 1 inch off my thigh so far :-D

    Great loss of inches in 15 days! :) Are you working in another form of exercise with the 30DS?

    Thanks, im only walking the dogs 2 x 20mins a day and most days do a mile walk to the school and back twice a day on top.
  • fontinathefox
    fontinathefox Posts: 124 Member
    I'm on L2 day 3 (tomorrow morning) - my HRM said I burned 170 calories during L1 and now it says 190 during L2, so it completely depends on the person. I'm 5ft 7 and weigh about 150.
  • nikic50
    nikic50 Posts: 209
    I too, just started the 30 Day Shred....holy crap!!!....I didn't think I was THAT out of shape. I did it after work (about 3pm) yesterday & I'm extremely exhausted today & my legs still feel like noodles. I'll just keep counting down, only 29 more days to to!!! :ohwell:
  • Lissette_Brooks
    Lissette_Brooks Posts: 173 Member
    Me too 1st day today pheweeee!!

    Like you I thought I was fit with zumba, running, lifting and looking after my horses, but I had to put my weights down on the side lunge/lifts and have a small break on the last set of abs... blimey..

    I ache already - what am I going to be like tomorrow when I've got to do it again?? :sad:

    Seriously though cracking workout :wink:

    lmfao!! This was me! haha
  • cheeky1095
    cheeky1095 Posts: 83 Member
    Day 3, Level 2 for me. It was a killer but I pushed my body to the limits & didn't stop until the last set of ab work for 5 seconds then continued. I actualy felt like my heart was coming out of my chest & the sweat was dripping off me. The soreness in my upper back seems to be fading too :smile:
    I can't wait for day 5 so that I can take my half way measurements to see if I've lost any inches, even though I have lost 6lb since starting the shred, I do not want to focus on weight loss. I know it is all about the inches :wink:
  • Amber50lbsDown
    Amber50lbsDown Posts: 255 Member
    Im late but can I join. Im on level 2 day 4.
    i dont have HRM so I just log it 20mins or circut training and it says I burn 200cals although I really doubt I burn that many.
    I was 157 at the start now Im 155.
    I took measurements too and pics and cant wait to see some results, I can deff feel them.
  • bluegrasschica
    bluegrasschica Posts: 224
    I am going to have to get this 30 day shred. I've only heard good things about it and think that I need to try it out!!
  • autumnk921
    autumnk921 Posts: 1,374 Member
    Hi...I just started 30DS yesterday (Monday) Today will be Day 2...Luckily I did RI30 for 2 whole days before I rec'vd my 30DS so I was sort of prepared but still sore...My hamstrings were alot tighter than I thought but I am ready for Day 2....Thinking of alternating 30DS with RI30 but not sure yet....

    Anyone feel free to add me & we can motivate each other to get through this EVERY DAY!! I know I need to be held accountable for sure b/c I have an issue with commiting to 30days for ANYTHING!! Lol


    :flowerforyou:
  • cheeky1095
    cheeky1095 Posts: 83 Member
    Im late but can I join. Im on level 2 day 4.
    i dont have HRM so I just log it 20mins or circut training and it says I burn 200cals although I really doubt I burn that many.
    I was 157 at the start now Im 155.
    I took measurements too and pics and cant wait to see some results, I can deff feel them.
    Of course, everybody is welcome no matter how far you are into the shred. Even if you have finished the shred, it's about progress & support to help keep us all motivated :smile:
  • sowinskielc
    sowinskielc Posts: 4
    I'm on the 30 Day Shred too, except I'm doing it pretty differently than most. It's not really a 30 Day Shred, its more like a 30 Days of when I'm not working at an amusement park Shred.
    I walk about 7-8 miles every day I work (which is a huge deal considering that I spend the school year sitting at a desk) so those days kick my butt enough that I can't work out on those days. So I end up doing about 4 days of the shred a week.
    I know its not the way Jillian designed it, but I'm still seeing results! They're just a little slower than everyone else.
    Glad to see so many people doing it though. <3
  • autumnk921
    autumnk921 Posts: 1,374 Member
    I am going to have to get this 30 day shred. I've only heard good things about it and think that I need to try it out!!


    Just to let you know....On amazon.com they have a package deal for 3 of Jillians Dvd's for $25 or $30 - Depending on which 3 you want...Just wanted to pass this on!!
  • sel254
    sel254 Posts: 273 Member
    I'm also starting day 1 today. I've done level 1 in the past but then started cycling and walking a lot and didn't proceed with L2 & 3. I'm ready and motivated to do the whole programme this time round! :) Anyone feel free to add me so we can motivate each other and keep each other going :)
  • Megdonald1
    Megdonald1 Posts: 149 Member
    Hello All,

    Started this crazy journey with Jilly yesterday. Seriously thought I was gonna DIE!! Every single time I start to think I am getting into shape I do something stupid like start a 30 day shred and reality hits me smack in the face!! I am doing M-F taking weekends off. Not sure how that is going to work/hinder progress but we will see. Best of luck to all of us!!! Took measurements and photos on Sunday for comparison at the end.
  • angellmoore
    angellmoore Posts: 72 Member
    Today was day 9 of level 1. It still kills, but not as bad. Mainly the jumping jacks then jumpropes. I love it!! I also do other exercise during the day to help with the stiffness and such. I walk my dog and was even able to jog with him yesterday. I have not taken a break from 30d shred. I've read that some people do and some don't, so I think I will just listen to my body. :)
  • rbrannock
    rbrannock Posts: 169
    I started 30 DS last night...LOVED it, but damn Jillian is a beast! My thighs and arms are the most sore today...but yet, I can't wait till after work when I can do it again. My problem is I"m afraid I don't do crunches correctly...that I pull up with my neck to much, vs my abs. Any suggestions on how to do them properly? Otherwise, I'm loving it....no pain no gain!
  • mwitherite
    mwitherite Posts: 26 Member
    On day 16 of the 30 day shred!! trying to keep my motivation alive. Are you all only doing it once a day or multiple times??
  • shan_0517
    shan_0517 Posts: 88 Member
    I will be starting as soon as it comes in the mail.. Probably in just a few days! Thanks for the thread!
  • mwitherite
    mwitherite Posts: 26 Member
    My problem is I"m afraid I don't do crunches correctly...that I pull up with my neck to much, vs my abs. Any suggestions on how to do them properly? Otherwise, I'm loving it....no pain no gain!

    When I was a gymnast we had to hold our ears (literally) and make sure our chin was NEVER EVER EVER touching our chest. point your chin to the ceiling and crunch away! :) Hope that helps you some!
  • rbrannock
    rbrannock Posts: 169
    My problem is I"m afraid I don't do crunches correctly...that I pull up with my neck to much, vs my abs. Any suggestions on how to do them properly? Otherwise, I'm loving it....no pain no gain!

    When I was a gymnast we had to hold our ears (literally) and make sure our chin was NEVER EVER EVER touching our chest. point your chin to the ceiling and crunch away! :) Hope that helps you some!

    That helps me a ton.....thank you! I might look crazy holding the ears, but I'll try anything. LOL!
  • cindyhoney2
    cindyhoney2 Posts: 603 Member
    I'm waiting on my DVD to arrive...then it's BURN time!
  • amhouge
    amhouge Posts: 2
    HI everyone! My twin sister started 30 day shred last week and its motivated me to start as well! I am in the process of moving so I can start until Sunday, but then I will be right on track with you all! Feel free to add me! Id love all the support! Good luck!
  • WenonaY
    WenonaY Posts: 203
    I'm on day 9 level 1. I watched level 2 last night and it looks crazy. So far I've lost 3 inches from my waist so I'm pretty excited to complete the full 30 days.
  • cheeky1095
    cheeky1095 Posts: 83 Member
    On day 16 of the 30 day shred!! trying to keep my motivation alive. Are you all only doing it once a day or multiple times??
    I do it once a day. My lil' princess has a nap in the morning so that's when I do it, then I try to go for a walk in the afternoon with the lil' princess on her pram. Weather pending of course :wink:
  • eknobbe
    eknobbe Posts: 106 Member
    I started the 30 Day Shred yesterday May 14th! Cant wait to see my results!
  • ashcky
    ashcky Posts: 393 Member
    I'm on day 6 of level one. I was better at the lunges but that first set of jump rope always kills me. Everything else I'm doing fine with. I feel like my core has gotten stronger!
  • curiousheathy
    curiousheathy Posts: 108
    Day 13 for me! (Day 3 of level 2)

    Going strong! I've been pairing my workout with another workout - either another Jillian DVD, swimming, kickboxing, or 5k practice runs. :)

    While my weight isn't really budging, I've already lost some inches and my body fat percentage went down! Very psyched!
  • Mary_Kate
    Mary_Kate Posts: 25 Member
    Hi to all you shredders!

    Just completed day 2 of level 1 and I'm broken :) Before I started tonight my legs were really sore and now I can barely sit down! Agghhh.

    Please tell me I'm not alone in this agony. How long before it passes? I mean, by what day do you feel comfortable and not feel like your legs are on fire??

    It depends on how active you were before you started. But don't worry, your legs won't always be really sore. Usually by day 4 you'll notice your legs getting stronger and they shouldn't be as sore and stiff. Make sure you are stretching more than what Jillian has you do and drink PLENTY of water both before and after your workout.

    After starting level 2 and working my muscles in a different way than I did in level 1 I was sore again, but only for a couple of days. I just finished day 5 of level 2 and notice I'm not as sore now as I was before.

    Here's a few stretches you can try: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_1/126.shtml Make sure your body is already warmed up before doing any major stretching. If you aren't stretching right after your workout, then jog in place a little, do some jumping jacks then stretch out.

    Again..HYDRATION is the key, make sure to drink some water and replace some of your lost salts/minerals with a recovery drink. I can't remember the name of the powder I use now, but when I get home tonight I can post it for you. When I used to take spinning classes, my instructor said to drink an 8oz glass of chocolate milk after exercise to feed your body.

    Hang in there, you can do it!

    Thanks for the advice! I went for a gentle walk this evening before hitting the shred and have done lots of stretching too. Gonna do some more stretches before bed and in the morning too. Just had some ordinary skimmed milk after my workout today but chocolate milk sounds way better :)

    So yeah day 3 level 1 done and dusted. Good luck shreddies!
  • juicy011
    juicy011 Posts: 200 Member
    I was using 5 lbs but my shoulders began to hurt. I'm going to walmart to get the 2lbs and see if that feels better.

    Hi! I am also on day 1 today. Can I ask everyone what size hand weights did you use?
  • rbrannock
    rbrannock Posts: 169
    I was using 5 lbs but my shoulders began to hurt. I'm going to walmart to get the 2lbs and see if that feels better.

    Hi! I am also on day 1 today. Can I ask everyone what size hand weights did you use?

    I am using 2lb weights right now as well.....I have never had much upper body strength, so I thought 2 lbs was a good start.
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