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Got L1D6 done today and I did it twice. I felt alot stronger doing the workout today and it didn't feel like I had to put too much effort in to do the advanced versions of all the exercises. The lunges and push ups are definitely much easier to do than they were on day 1. The 'challenge' of the workout is starting to ease…

Ok so a measly 1800cals burned this week. Im doing 30DS everyday, im on Day 6 now. And some days Im doing it twice a day. Which still isn't that much. But for some stupid reason I just can't get myself to do any alternative exercise. I keep avoiding going for a run. It's like Im scared to do it cos I haven't ran in about a…

L1D5 done. Half way through level one :)

L1 D4 completed :) It's getting easier!

Oh my gosh Im actually so excited for you! Weddings are just beautiful things, you guys are so lucky! And you're practically at your goal!! Congrats! I bet you feel a million dollars now! Can't wait to see wedding pics, you'll be a stunner for sure! x

Weigh in: 08/19/11 155lbs :) That's 4.1lbs off from last week. Happy :) Now for 30DS L1D4...

Definitely thought your 'before' pic was your 'after' pic at first! And then it took a while to register that it was the same person in both pics. You have definitely reaped the rewards of living a healthy lifestyle. Congrats :) Very inspirational, you look amazing!!

L1D3 Done!!! Whoop! I did the workout twice yesterday and twice today since Im not doing any other exercise. Im not really sore at all, just my calves are a little tight but its totally bearable :) I hate the first set of cardio aswell! My heart is about to leap out of my chest by the end of those 2 minutes! And the lunges…

Enjoy your trip!!!

Hey! Wellllll since you asked (!) Im getting knee deep into the 30DS workout at the moment :) Im really really enjoying it. I think cos it's Jillian Michaels I feel like if I follow it correctly it WILL work for me. Im always so skeptical about exercise DVDs and rarely feel like they do me much good. Anyways Ive already…

Thanks everyone for their loverly comments! Im feeling much much better the last few days :) Jen, you most DEFINITELY have to be my 30DS buddy! Im only on Day 2 so we wouldn't be that far apart! It would be so much fun! That 20min workout seems to go by so quickly! haha I need to get back doing another form of exercise…

Great work everyone! We're all off to a good start :) Finished L1D2 today and it was already easier than Day 1 :) Im pretty used to regular exercise anyways so i wasn't that sore today which was great cos I was able to get the most out of the workout :) I like the fact that Im able to follow Natalie for all the moves! The…

Hey! Just finished L1D1 and it was great! It really got a sweat going! I love that the moves change with each circuit. There's nothing more un-motivating and boring than repetitive moves. My last workout DVD had 1 circuit which was repeated 3 times and I dreaded it! Im a 'Biggest Loser' fan and I really feel like Im in the…

Yes! I would love to join you! I got my copy in the post this evening and Im going to start it first thing in the morning. Im super excited. Ive seen so many great before and after pics so it really does give results! And we are the same height aswell! And roughly same weight + measurements :) This will be fun!

Finally got my copy of 30DS in the post :) Sooo excited to start it first thing in the morning. This is it. This is going to get me out of this slump once and for all!!!! Come on Jillian, do you worst!

How long have you been on this new lifestyle change? A friend of mine decided to give up junk food and sweets and eat properly and his skin got really bad for the first few weeks. It was because his body was flushing out all the bad toxins and crap from his system and it was showing in his skin. It will clear up again once…

Thanks Jen and Kerri :) You're awesome people to have around! x

She most certainly is! What a woman! :) Thanks everyone!

Please forgive my lack of involvement the last couple of weeks...it's been mayhem. Was away until this evening so I didn't get to weigh in but I can't imagine it's any form of a good number. On the upside though, Im getting my head back together and clearing my mind, ready to start afresh and get going on the right track…

Delighted for you and your mom. Must be such a weight off your shoulders to know that she is being looked after in the manner she deserves. And here's to your life becoming 'boring' again :) Great idea for this weeks workout challenge, Kerri. I really need to build upper body strength. Did 4 sets of 20 push-ups today so I…

That is soooooo fricking cool! Lucky you! I work in the film industry in Ireland...think I may be taking a sneaky trip to your office building! hahahaha

Hello! Sorry to be gate-crashing your thread!:tongue: But my copy of 30DS is in the post and hopefully I'll get to start the program within the next week. Im just looking for any tips you guys have picked up since you started... Is there a 'good time' of the day to do the workout (to get better results) or does it matter?…

So the people generally recommend you do additional cardio or maybe strength training alongside the 30DS? If the workout is only 20mins that seems a bit short for daily exercise (to me anyways). My main focus is to lose inches! I've seen pics of MFP's who have only lost 4 or 5lbs but they've dropped about 10-12 inches and…

Great, I have weights and all ready to go :) I may find it tough fitting it in 30days in a row but I'll try my bestest! :)

What a great challenge :) Been in a slump lately and lacking the energy to get back on the exercise train...but I think this is going to do it! Yay!

Great! Did you do it every single day for the 30days or did you take breaks? I'm a huge Biggest Loser fan so I know how ruthless Jillian can be!!! But Im looking forward to it!

I go through those phases many many times and Im sorry to say that no matter what you do or say it will be virtually impossible to change how she feels about herself. She has to see these things for herself and find her beauty on her own. I rarely believe/listen my boyfriend when he says things like 'you look…

Ok I feel like I've fallen behind in everything since I've been down the country. Back sleeping in my own bed last night for the first time in 2 weeks. I hate when my routine gets disturbed I find it so hard to concentrate and get back on track :( I'm still stressed up to my eyeballs with my bf. STILL haven't had the…

Hi Ladies, Just dropping by for a quick note. Firstly, Caroline, hang in there. Definitely break it down to the basics for the next while. Focus on your food and getting it right and eating healthy. Excercise will be a bonus for you if you can fit it in. If you stick to just logging and meeting your calorie goal you should…

Hmm this is a good question. I usually get a coffee to calm me down. I don't really drink it all that much, maybe 1 a day or less, so when I do have it I realllly enjoy it. And maybe a small chocolate bar to go with it. Its not the healthiest thing in the world but it really helps me with stress and its alot less calorific…