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Sarah - I don't have knee issues but I have arthritis in my hip. My doctor said to limit the jumping moves and do more low impact. I have been gradually adding back some of the jumping moves. Killer buns & thighs (especially level 2 - haven't gotten to level 3 yet) is hard on the knees although I have found that if I…

I am doing six week six pack and Killer Buns and Thighs together (so I get a double dose of squats and lunges). Only been doing it a few days so far so no after pics yet.

Hi - I'm Susan and I am 45. I have several JM DVDs and am currently doing her Killer Buns & Thighs and Six-week Six Pack. I have been on MFP several years. My goal is to dropped about 5 more pounds and tone up all over.

Squats, lunges, and dead lifts for butt. For boobs - probably need to work the chest muscles so pushups, chest flys, etc.

I am doing Jillian Michaels Killer Buns and Thighs. You don't need a gym, just maybe some hand weights to add more resistance.

I agree with geekyjock. Also, I know your schedule will be hectic and full, but schedule some time for exercise and watch how much you snack. My son started college last year and has quite a full schedule. However, when he got stressed (or felt overwelmed) he hit the gym instead of doing what a lot of college students do…

Have you started with this yet? I started last week and have done level 1 - 5 times. Today I am going to move to level 2. I am seeing a difference already. Except for the day I work with my trainer, this is the only workout I have been doing lately although I have though about adding some other cardio to do with it.

You don't mention working your arms, shoulders, upper back, etc. You may want to try some exercises that work those areas. That can help define your arms as well as burn calories.

Congrats!! On the pants size - I think it totally depends on the person - bone structure, height, size - as well as where you lose the weight from and what type of exercise you are doint.

I just started JM Killer Buns & Thighs the other day - great workout and it does work everything. I was a little sore this morning and my trainer worked by legs today more (some of the same moves as JM). I am trying to tone up before going to Hawaii at the end of September. Have you done levels 2 or 3 yet?

I was wondering that as well. My husband called and got some conflicting info over the phone. 7 DVDs but how many workouts total and how long are they?

I drink coffee every morning, but I use 2% milk and Truvia. I don't know your goals, but I would say to make sure to log it - sounds like it has a lot of sugar.

It may make you retain water even if you are under your calorie goal. I would make sure to drink extra water.

When my son (who completed his first year in college) gets stressed he goes and works out. Instead of gaining the freshman 15, he actually lost weight and is more toned/muscular than he was a year ago. He had a friend from high school that was overweight much of his life who also lost a lot of weight just by beginning to…

I tried to buy anything I need (butter, canned goods, etc) in the low sodium or no salt. Fresh is always best. If you have a day where your sodium is high, just make sure to drink an additional amount of water.

it told me I was most like someone from Cambodia.

Great job!!! I would be interested in other workouts to transition to as well.

Ran the 10k yesterday (with 60,000 other crazy people). Did pretty good for not running in 6 months. And today, my hip does not hurt - only my calves which I realize don't get workout too much in RI30.

How did it go? I did reasonably well considering I haven't run in 6 months. It wasn't the hottest or most humid Peachtree either. It was actually quite nice considering the temps we have had. And today, only my calves are sore.

Well done!!! I can see a difference in the pics. I am supposed to finish this week - i pushed week 4 a little because of a crazy schedule the last few days. And Wednesday I am running a 10K - I plan to do week 4 tonight and tomorrow and then hopefully Thursday. All depends on how I feel after Wednesday's run.

Guess we are the only two on MFP. Have a good run. Hopefully it won't be too hot/humid until after we run.

Good Luck!!! I did week 3 and week 4 back to back tonight. Made it through.

While the microwave meal may only have 300 calories, you may also want to check out the amount of sodium. Microwave meals are usually very high in sodium which can make you retain water (and make you weigh more). When I grilled or bake chicken, I try to make a little more than what I need for that particular meal. Then I…

Great Job!!!!!

At least you went running - I ended up falling asleep on the sofa and didn't get in a workout. I am working out with my trainer today so I definitely will get one in today. Just have to decide if tomorrow I do Week 3 one more time or move on to Week 4.

Week 3 is tough, but I thought week 2 was a little tougher. The first two circuits I really feel it in my quads. The last circuit is all arms. I am doing Week 3 for the last time tonight and then it is on week 4.

I am supposed to start week 4 on Monday too - I may push it to Tuesday and do week 3 Tomorrow and Monday since I have only done it three times. I can't remember what is in week 4, but it is a little tougher than week 3.

I find that I work out harder when others are around (I have a highly competitive nature). It keeps me from quitting. Most likely they are concentrating on their own workout and not paying attention to what you are doing.

I am on Day 3 of Week 3. Going good so far - quads and triceps really feeling it this week.

MRI results are that there is nothing torn so just arthritis. Said to limit the impact workouts - I am still going to run the 10K on July 4th but try to do more swimming for cardio.