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Is anyone else doing these in a home gym? I read the instructions on how to do the wood chops without the machine but I feel like I'm kind of just rolling around on the floor. I do feel the resistance in my abs, but I still feel like I'm not doing it quite right.

I've found this to be helpful in a pinch (AKA I was trying to figure out if I could have any of the fruit at family brunch) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ah8MbmZepQxWdGo4bnB2QmxxMUlmTzZUTXYzMURRLWc#gid=0

What everyone else said. I actually did two sets of Stage 1 Level 1 (lightest weights) because they were so short I assumed I was supposed to...when I upped my weights and upgraded to big kid pushups it definitely extended the time it took to finish!

I've gone in and out of periods of lactose intolerance since I was a baby. I don't even know if that's possible, but it went away when I was about 7, came back when I was about 12, etc. Now, it only bothers me if I eat a RIDICULOUS amount of dairy in a sitting (like when I mixed flavored cream cheese in with my plain Greek…

I'm fantasizing about my first refeed (next weekend). I MISS CEREAL SO MUCH.

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We make a breakfast casserole that feeds the two of us Monday-Friday - eggs, cheese, spinach, broccoli, bacon. Easy to grab on the way out the door too!

Lately I've just been trying to get through my stash (there is plenty of yarn I've bought with no project in mind that's just sitting around) and finishing up WIPs (like maybe that amigurumi I started in January 2012????). I'm going on vacation at the end of August (it's a sit-around-do-nothing sort of vacation) and I plan…

Hey everyone- I finished week 1 of stage 1 about a month ago, then had a crazy week where I didn't get to work out and fell off the wagon for a while. Whoops! I restarted stage 1 yesterday and man, that month of no exercise really shows! I had start at lower weights than I started with the first time - I had just completed…

It's a Kelly Coffey-Meyer DVD...I am PRETTY sure it's this one: http://www.amazon.com/30-Minutes-To-Fitness-Coffey-Meyer/dp/B00170C15O/ My husband has been using it for ages and I figured I ought to try something different. It's alright, all things take getting used to. It isn't nearly as heavy on cardio; I wasn't sweating…

Thanks! I started a weight lifting-focused DVD yesterday, and it's so weird to not have Jillian yelling at me...the woman on this DVD is so soft spoken, I think I might do 30DS just because!

Final results: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/roseinthegutter/absprogress031013_zpsd7076180.jpg (the picture is too long and gets cut off, and I can't figure out how to make this into a hyperlink!) I did each level for 3 weeks, and wound up doing it 4 times a week (that's just how my schedule worked out). Also took…

This is actually my last week...it basically looks like my entire midsection was corseted. I was about 114 pounds to begin with so I didn't really bother taking measurements, but I'll definitely post pictures once I'm done.

I had (and have) major balance problems with level 2 haha. They get better though I promise! I still can't get through knees with abduction during the second circuit at that speed, but I can do T-stand kicks without falling down now, so it definitely gets easier. :) Honestly I have a problem keep my balance during chops…

I got home after 9pm last night so no time for level 2...first time I've missed all week though so that's pretty exciting. Also Tuesday was the first time I got through the T stand kicks without falling! Literally I just fall over...I have awful balance. On slightly related note, has anyone noticed any differences with any…

I'm on level 2 and I don't think I made it through level 1 once without having to pause it for a few minutes for water or just a break...or losing my balance haha. Level 2 is definitely harder but it's not impossible! Keep at it :)

I noticed that focusing on a specific point on the wall ahead of me helps me keep my balance a little better...barely. Also apparently all the planks, burpees, and mountain climbers I've been doing are SHREDDING the carpet in the spare bedroom because of my sneakers! It almost looks like a pilled sweater. So yesterday I…

I didn't do the other ones first so I can't compare it, but I have definitely noticed a difference in my thighs, upper arms, and back. There's lots of planks so your upper arms and back are always working, and because of the cardio intervals your legs get a fair amount of work too.

Level 2 is definitely harder; proof in the fact that a lot of the moves don't have beginner versions. Also I lose my balance a lot haha. But, I was pretty horrid at level 1 when I started that, so that's keeping me from giving up. Now that I think about it, I honestly don't know if I ever did level 1 100% at any point…

Woohoo! I just started week 1 level 2 (last week should have been week 1 but I got home ridiculously late EVERY DAY, total fluke that never happens!). I posted my progress picture from level 1, I don't have a six pack by any means but I definitely don't feel so squishy. Also noticing unexpected differences in my arms and…

I LOVE my Anita Active sports bra. I got it a few years ago, but I'm pretty sure it's this one (I can't really tell by the picture since it's not EXACT haha) http://www.anita.com/us-en/Products,Anita_active,MAXIMUM_SUPPORT:5527_Sports-bra Honestly anything in their "maximum support" line is made for vigorous sport, or…

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I happen to know that my treadmill grossly overestimates calories burned, so I go with the MFP estimates - some people find the opposite true. The best way to tell is using a heart rate monitor. (If you have a smart phone you can probably get an app - I KNOW there are apps for iPhones.) Then you can use the equation here…

Yep, you can use the equation found here to calculate calories burned. http://www.livestrong.com/article/73315-calculate-calories-burned-based-heart/

Nice!! How is Killer Abs? Is it 3 levels, 2 weeks each? I was thinking about picking that up soon too!

I usually do the Jillian DVD in the afternoon (after work) but was busy Monday & Tuesday and was afraid to miss today so I woke up early to do it...big mistake for me! I have to stop for too many water breaks so it's much longer than 1/2 hour when I do it. :tongue: I was only able to do one circuit or else I would have…

Level 1 finished! Starting level 2 tomorrow. I think the worst part (besides how bored I got after 2 1/2 weeks) was the side lunges with a bend. I don't have a whole lot of room in the room I workout it and I can't tell if it's the move that really difficult (which I'ms ure it is regarldes) or the fact that I'm trying to…

I lost a cup size or two when I lost 20 pounds, and my big-boobedness is genetic. I agree with people saying to go to a lingerie store and get fitted. VS doesn't count because they will try to fit you into the sizes they carry! A lot of women are wearing the wrong bra size and don't even know! I'm a 32 back and my cup size…

Yesterday I felt really off, I just did not care about doing it! I got through it, not without unnecessary breaks for water and just zoning out. I think the problem is I'm getting bored with it. I was going to do Level 1 next week since I missed a few days, but screw that I'm moving on to Level 2. I need to push myself…