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Crissy143 -- Great plan! I've been keeping up on my running training schedule as well as the Shred, because I feel I need the extra cardio + I'm training for my first half marathon. ronjaa -- Welcome! I didn't take measurements my first time around either, but I did this time. Definitely can feel results after a few days,…

JoEllen92 -- Sounds like you're doing just the right thing with the weights situation. I struggle with 5lb weights on those side lunge/arm raise moves. Most times I use 3lb weights to do them, because I believe that getting my form correct on each move is much more important than how much weight I'm using. That's why I…

Feline, lobster and sparrow -- great job! I love hearing about your progress each day!! It inspires me to keep going myself. I did end up doubling up yesterday (once in the morning, D7L1, and once in the evening, D8L1). Then, I woke up sick this morning. I still dragged myself to work, but there's no working out for me…

It's never too late! Great job on your first day! Come back and let us know how it goes for you. :)

Thank you! Vent away... that's what we're here for, to support one another! Glad you got a second opinion from someone who could actually help you! :)

Thank you for the well wishes and encouragement, all of you! It means a lot. :) Hope you're all keeping up YOUR great work, too. It is SO worth it! Best wishes on our continued journeys! :-D

Thank you!! Congrats to you, too! :)

I really dislike the word "obese" too. It just has a not-so-nice kinda ring to it, doesn't it?! Like I said, I'm rooting for every one of us here to be outta that category!! We can ALL do this. :)

Hey everyone! Sounds like you're all doing well!! Keep it up! It DOES get easier the more you stick with it, as sparrow747 said! :) I must confess, I missed Shredding yesterday. I got up late, again. Boo! And, I just plain ran out of time yesterday evening. However, I got up first thing this morning and Shredded, and I…

Everyone, thank you SO much for your positive, kind, encouraging words!!! I LOVE all the support we offer one another here on MFP! All of you who are working toward the "overweight" category, keep up your good work -- it really does pay off if you keep going!! Trust me, I've had my various ups and downs throughout this…

I really like it... I use the balance board/Wii Fit for weighing in and keeping track of progress. The workout activities are pretty good, though I tend not to use them as regular workouts, more like fun activities that get me moving a little extra. I'd say it's worth it! Great job, everyone! Keep up the good work!

jojowink -- Good job on your first day! What size weights are you using? Cuddles2523 -- Great job! Keep building on that stamina -- doesn't it feel great?! WalkingGirl1985 -- Thanks for joining! You're doing an awesome job! lobster888 -- Not sure what's up with the tummy problems, but I hope you're feeling better now. Keep…

Most of us are aiming for one hour per week. It's up to you how you'd like to do it. :) Thanks for joining!

This week's challenge, a little, tiny bit, more on time. LoL! Things are still crazy around here, so I haven't much had a chance to get on the Wii lately... but... I want to keep this challenge going for everyone who is participating (thank you and well done!)... so, here it is, this one by request! +=+=+=+=+ ONE HOUR or…

rebecky27 -- Those lunges are killer! This being my second time around, I started out this round with 5lb weights, but I've been switching back and forth between those and my 3lb weights. Couple of days with the 3s, couple with the 5s. It seems to be working well for me. I remember I switched up to the 5s at about Day 6 or…

Doesn't it feel great?!

Day Four Level One complete!! How's everyone doing?? I'm sore, but loving it!! I did a 35 minute 5K before I did the Shred today... feeling strong!! :-D

I hear ya there!! I don't mind running in a light misty kinda rain... however, I've been waiting very [im]patiently allllllll winter long for warmer weather to get back outside and run. Treadmill's been my friend during this time though. :wink: It's alllllmost time. And I can't wait!! I :heart: running!

:laugh: omg... sooooooo funny!!! :laugh:

Doing great, thanks FierceFeline! Day three for me today, too. Just completed it a bit ago, along with a little dance. So sore! But, it feels great all the same. I remember from my first round of the Shred, Days 3 and 4 of Level 1, I was soooo sore then, too. I pushed through, though, and by Day 5, either I was in less…

LoL!

That's definitely a WIN!! :)

Well done! Sounds like a good plan for the weekend -- you can do it! :)

I completed Round Two, Day 2 Level 1 this morning... still as sore as the first time around... this time I'm taking more and more notice of proper form and performing the moves (especially the strength training ones) as accurately as I possibly can. I took before photos and measurements. I'm excited to see the results of…

Day 2 Level 1, complete! First thing in the morning works for me. Done and outta the way, set for a great day. I'm feelin' yesterday's workout -- just as sore as I remember being after my first Day 1! I'm thinking I ought to rotate between my 3lb and 5lb weights so I don't end up injuring anything. I've used my 5lb weights…

Yep, you can start out with no weights, no problem. And, no need for a jump rope. Let us know when you start! Question for everyone: What time of day do you normally Shred?

I just started my second round today, and have a thread of my own going, but I may pop over here occasionally too, if that's cool. :)

WELCOME to everyone who has joined up here. I'm excited to see so many of you journeying through the Shred with me! Please come back often to update us on your progress! For me... Day 1 Level 1 -- complete! I went into more detail on this morning's workout, blog-style:…

Welcome to everyone!! Can't wait to get this started! :) sherip22 -- I'm intrigued about Ripped in 30 now. May have to give this a try after this round of the Shred. Thanks! ang -- Thank you!! I'm keeping up with my running also... gotta be prepared for these running events this summer! :)

Awesome! The more the merrier!! :-D