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Anonymous
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Hey there, 30 Day Shred people,
How is everyone doing? My husband and I are 18 days into the 30 Day Shred. Still think it's a great workout. I'm beginning to see some improvements in my muscle tone. I actually look forward to the workout now. Level 2 has become more manageable. It's like sprinting and lifting weights at the same time. The planks are exactly what I need. I have separated abs after all my pregnancies. I've learned that if I truly get into the plank position rather than a push-up position (hands need to be directly under my shoulders) the exercise is much more intense, the way I need them to be. Unfortunately, one issue I am having is a weak Kegel muscle. The double jumps in Level 2 are high-impact for my Kegel. Now I have to add Kegel exercises to my daily routine. It never ends... |
Anonymous
| I started level I five days ago and I'm moving to level II today. I haven't checked out anything on the CD I'll confess - is there a dieting section or something that goes along with this? Or just follow our own healthy nutrition plan? What are you doing to alter your eating habits (if anything). Thanks! |
Anonymous
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I am the poster that does all three levels for a one-hour work-out. I did it for three weeks and lost 5 pounds while eating like a pig (it's a weakness of mine). I also have a lot more muscle. My advice to the OP is if the double jump rope is too intense, just do a single jump rope, or whatever your own version of a really high jump rope. Kegels are something we all need to do. I've never met anybody who told me she liked them.
So this one-hour workout was definitely intense, but I was getting a bit bored, and also exhausted. All of that lunging was hurting my left knee. And I had concerns as to whether I was getting enough cardio. I mean, the short bursts left me winded, but it's still a very short period of time. I don't usually engage in idol-worship, but I have to admit that Jillian Michaels is my idol. She is 5'2" and weighs 120 pounds. If I cut back on my eating, I could weigh that by the summer. Anyways, yes, there is a point to all of this: Jillian has two new videos, just released: Blast Cardio, Boost Metabolism, and another called No More Trouble Zones. I really like the Blast. It's 40 minutes of work, and that does not include warming up or cooling down. It's very ass-kicking. I like the Trouble Zones, too. Except it's more trouble zone work than strength work, like the Shred. I mean, you basically get what she says she's gonna give you: exercises to minimize wobbly arms, saddle-bag thighs, muffin-top, etc. It is a strength work-out, but it's much more cosmetic than the shred. When I was done with Zones I was like: but what about strength? I mean all that back work that has been so transformative for me is not contained in Zones. So now I am doing 1 of the new workouts, and then 1 Shred, whichever 1 I choose, and I am alternating. When I really have time, I will do both of the new ones. What Jillian is onto (in all of her videos) is jump training and working more than one muscle group at the same time. Thos "power sculpt" classes we all used to take. Be gone! She says they do not burn enough calories. And, if you can take the intensity, jump training pays high dividends. |
Anonymous
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I did a modified version of Level One last night. It started easy so I was surprised that I couldn't make it thru the 1st cardio blast! When I was done, I didn't feel like I had a great work-out, but I sure felt it this morning! I told myself I will stick with the program for at least 30 days, but am allowing myself to substitute workouts once or twice a week for variety. I have a huge collection of exercise dvds.
Now, if I can only improve my eating habits!!! |
Anonymous
| I've completed 4 days at Level 1, but I'm not doing back-to-back sessions. Last week I was sleeping a lot because of this workout. I intent to up the frequency this week, but even with my more relaxed schedule, my body has shown improvement. Can't wait to see what I feel/look like at day 30! |
Anonymous
| If my only home location in which to SHred has 8' ceilings..do i just modify the jumping around??? |
Anonymous
| I'm about to buy the 30 Day Shred DVD. Could someone tell me what items (weights, mat, jump rope, etc.?) I need to buy as well. I have nothing already...I'm starting from zero. And, do I just start with the "original" 30 Day Shred video? Thanks! |
Anonymous
| I now have the Shred, Blast Cardio, Boost Metabolism, and No More Trouble Zones. Ive been mixing them up and have lost 8 pounds. Her two new videos are fab. |
Anonymous
For the Shred, you need a mat and a few sets of weights (I'd go with a 2 or 3 pound, 5 pound and 8 or 10 pound). I'm only aware of one 30 Day Shred video. If you're referring to the other two videos that were discussed in this thread, those are Jillian, but they're not 30 Day Shred. Have fun! |
Anonymous
| She has you do pretend jump ropes - so no need to buy 1. |
Anonymous
If you have Verizon Fios- Shred I and II levels are on it- plus area busters as PP mentioned- try those first before bying- and buy used on ebay- or my copy  I don't need it since I have fios..
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Anonymous
Sorry- meant to add it's free on Fios.. |
Anonymous
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Still shredding (I started a previous thread). Have not done daily--more like 4-5x weekly, but am trying again to get some momentum.
Level 2 is HARD. I feel like it's a good workout. Hope nobody has bad knees. When I'm following Weight Watchers with this, I lose 1.5-2 lbs a week. Now if that gut would just shrink faster... How's everyone else? |
Anonymous
| I have doen it twice in the last week. Was hoping to be more vigilant. But, I have managed to go two days without a soda which is a big deal for me. Hoping to do the shred at least 3 more times this week. |
Anonymous
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I've just started the shred, to use in addition to the 30minute walks I'm doing at lunchtime. I use 3lb weights for all of it, but can definitely use more for the chest flys. The cardio sessions can be tough, and I'm doing girl push ups right now. Those are the toughest for me at level 1. Hope to keep it up and tone up before bathing suit season!
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