Let's Get Fit Together: Join the 30-day Shred Challenge!

[ChefZee]

I did it once and was getting really fit. I'm doing it on/off now. I'm trying to get back in shape to train for a 5 k (5 pounds down woohoo!) I lost 30 pounds in 2010 (gained it all back, though) so if you ever need tips I WAS a success story lol

 

[veggiemama]

I will be joining you ladies. Thanks for starting this group. It is perfect timing! My husband just surprised me with a weekened trip to the beach in 31 days! I really need to get in shape. I am picking up the 30 Shred DVD from the library today. I have never tried anything like this...is it really hard?

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

I will be joining you ladies. Thanks for starting this group. It is perfect timing! My husband just surprised me with a weekened trip to the beach in 31 days! I really need to get in shape. I am picking up the 30 Shred DVD from the library today. I have never tried anything like this...is it really hard?

Hard is in the eye of the beholder. It's a challenge, but it NEEDS to be. You can't get results without straining your body. I'm a couch potato by nature. I very honestly am. I'd rather sit on my butt and watch television all day than actually do anything. But I'm desperate to get into shape. The 30-Day Shred is going to kick my butt into gear. If you're determined to get your body into shape, you CAN do it no matter what!

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

Updating for Day 6. (I got lazy Sunday, otherwise this would've been Day 7)
I'm feeling the burn still, but the workouts are getting easier to get through. My concern at the point is both the kids have a bit of a cold and I'm getting it too.
I'm learning how much I really hate cardio. I'm getting through it, but dang I wish I didn't have to!

I reached my Pampered Chef team sales goal this month ($2.5k - THIS girl is promoting to Team Leader, GO ME!) so I cashed in my incentive and got acrylics. Y'all have to know how paranoid I got about doing weights with my pretty new frenchies. But you know, it's actually not bad! It's a crappy excuse to not work OUT!

I'm weighing the options of doing 6 Week Six-Pack along with the 30-Day. It would be 6W6P in the morning and 30Day in the evenings. The thing is, I don't normally wake up before my kids. It would be a lifestyle change to say the least. But maybe that's what I need. Any thoughts on this?

P.S. I don't know if I said it before but I did NOT weigh myself before starting. Why? Because I don't care how much I weigh. I care how well my clothes fit. I'll know when I've lost weight. I don't need a scale to tell me that.

 

[wadesgirl]

Updating for Day 6. (I got lazy Sunday, otherwise this would've been Day 7)
I'm feeling the burn still, but the workouts are getting easier to get through. My concern at the point is both the kids have a bit of a cold and I'm getting it too.
I'm learning how much I really hate cardio. I'm getting through it, but dang I wish I didn't have to!I reached my Pampered Chef team sales goal this month ($2.5k - THIS girl is promoting to Team Leader, GO ME!) so I cashed in my incentive and got acrylics. Y'all have to know how paranoid I got about doing weights with my pretty new frenchies. But you know, it's actually not bad! It's a crappy excuse to not work OUT! I'm weighing the options of doing 6 Week Six-Pack along with the 30-Day. It would be 6W6P in the morning and 30Day in the evenings. The thing is, I don't normally wake up before my kids. It would be a lifestyle change to say the least. But maybe that's what I need. Any thoughts on this?P.S. I don't know if I said it before but I did NOT weigh myself before starting. Why? Because I don't care how much I weigh. I care how well my clothes fit. I'll know when I've lost weight. I don't need a scale to tell me that.

Way to go!!For the cold, try to get some Emergen-C. I swear by the stuff. You take two drinks a day and the last few times I used it, it helped to keep the bad stuff away!As far as adding the 6w6p try is every other day for now and see how you feel. I don't know how this work out compares to what you are already doing but sometimes too much working out is too much, it can cause your body to fail on you (especially if you don't compensate for more fuel that you will need).Just wanted to add that I know you are close to Omaha - are you familiar with Kosama? It's the bootcamp facility I work for. They have a great program with intense cardio. I've seen a lot of success with people who stick to the program. I know it doesn't matter what program you do, if you have the heart and determination and are feeding yourself right, you can do this!!

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

Well, I'd written this on Facebook last night but forgot to add it here. Last night I planned that I would wake up this morning and do 6w6p and then 30day again tonight and if I felt dead after tonight I'd hold off on doing the 6w6p every morning. Well, I wasn't able to even do it today. The friend Jon is staying with got sick last week, Jon caught it from him, the kids caught it from Jon and now it' caught up to me. I'm feeling the cold big time! I'm going to try the Emergen-C. No way I'm skipping 30day shred tonight.

 

[chezshelly]

Today was day 3 of 30 day shred for me!! I'm with you Shelby, I already feel better! Now to quit judging myself every time I look in the mirror! Baby steps.....

 

[esavvymom]

I took my measurements this morning. (took me 2 days to find the darn tape!)
My kids and DH have hockey lessons this afternoon, so I'll have almost 2 hrs of alone time (love that!!)- I am going to pop in the DVD and kill myself for the first time this afternoon- as best I can anyway. My cold is still kicking my "franny" and I would rather take a nap, but I at least want to start and go as long as I can. Even if I can get through HALF of it, I'd be happy! I'll let you know.

 

[wadesgirl]

Read this article on CNN and wanted to pass it on!
Man refuses surgery, drops 270 pounds - CNN.com

 

[pchockeymom]

What a great story!! It is so true too. It all comes down to the choices we make every day.

 

[Brenda.the.chef]

I ordered the 30 Day Shred, Ripped in 30 and TBL:The Workout - Weight Loss Yoga with Bob HarperI get bored easily (that's my excuse) and now I will wait for their arrival in my mail box. Hopefully they won't gather dust like all of the other workout videos I've purchased over the years.

 

[esavvymom]

I did my first workout. [url=http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php] [/URL]OWW. The first circuit is the hardest for me (pushups). If I can push through that circuit (no pun intended), I can for the most part, make it through the rest. I only had to stop a couple of times because of strength/pain. I paused it twice to pop some bread in the oven and stir the soup for dinner. HA.But one day- 29 to go! Legs are feeling it right now!Edit: STAIRS SUCK Right now!!!!

 

[kam]

I just did my first workout of the 30-day shred, too.

I was hesitant to start since I knew I could not commit to 30-days straight right now (scheduling). But, now that I have done the first workout, I figure adding this in 3-4x a week will be a benefit.

It was not as difficult as I thought it would be, but I did the modified version. I had trouble getting through the first cardio (jacks/rope), but other than that I stuck with it. I think I am going to feel the workout for a few days!

This reminded me of a Body Pump class I did last year which seemed to add cardio and weights and abs.

I liked that it was short and had a warmup and cooldown with it.

Can't wait to see some results.

Edit: Oh, Bobbi you are right! Very wobbly on the stairs!! So I must have done something right! haha!

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

I did my first workout. OWW. The first circuit is the hardest for me (pushups). If I can push through that circuit (no pun intended), I can for the most part, make it through the rest. I only had to stop a couple of times because of strength/pain. I paused it twice to pop some bread in the oven and stir the soup for dinner. HA.But one day- 29 to go! Legs are feeling it right now!

The first circuit is also difficult for me. Pushups are my weak point, so are the jump ropes.
And yes, stairs SUCK! We have an unfinished basement, the only down there is our washer/dryer. So it might be TMI but while my muscles are still warmed up after my workout I SLOWLY walk down and strip and wash my clothes so they'll be clean for the next day. It helps with my cooldown to get that extra leg stretching in.

I just did my first workout of the 30-day shred, too. I was hesitant to start since I knew I could not commit to 30-days straight right now (scheduling). But, now that I have done the first workout, I figure adding this in 3-4x a week will be a benefit.It was not as difficult as I thought it would be, but I did the modified version. I had trouble getting through the first cardio (jacks/rope), but other than that I stuck with it. I think I am going to feel the workout for a few days!This reminded me of a Body Pump class I did last year which seemed to add cardio and weights and abs.I liked that it was short and had a warmup and cooldown with it. Can't wait to see some results.Edit: Oh, Bobbi you are right! Very wobbly on the stairs!! So I must have done something right! haha!

Yes, it's GOOD when you're wobbly on those stairs. If your legs feel weak, it means they're getting stronger!! funny how that works!!I do a combo of the modified versions. For my weak points I did the easy version the first few days and worked up to doing it regular.EDIT TO ADD: And a big congratulations to you both for having the motivation to get started and go! You CAN do it!!

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

TASK!!
If you're up to it and you have Netflix. Watch an episode of The Biggest Loser before your next workout. And if you're not sure yet if you like Jillian Michaels, this is a good opportunity for you to see how COMMITTED she is to YOUR health. She proves it in the very first episode of the show.

 

[esavvymom]

TASK!!
If you're up to it and you have Netflix. Watch an episode of The Biggest Loser before your next workout. And if you're not sure yet if you like Jillian Michaels, this is a good opportunity for you to see how COMMITTED she is to YOUR health. She proves it in the very first episode of the show.

Except she doesnt yell at you oN the DVD or act anything like she does on BL.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

Except she doesnt yell at you oN the DVD or act anything like she does on BL.

No, but her words are VERY encouraging.

 

[esavvymom]

Ok....I was off several days because of being sick, and then going to Spring Launch.But I got back on the bandwagon today- February 1, I am counting it as my Day 1. I put a star on my desk-calendar.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

Alright y'all.
I injured my knee. Make SURE you're doing the form correctly, especially with lunges and side lunges. I hurt my lateral collateral ligament. It's basically what helps you keep balance.
Anyway, Dr's orders that I cannot work out for at least ten days and I have to do rehab stretches on my knee in the meantime.
I was on Day 8. When I start again I'll count it as Day 5. I hate to be set back especially since it was going so well. How's everyone else progressing?

 

[chezshelly]

So sorry ShelbyMichalek!! My daughter is doing this with me and I keep reminding her to be careful with her knees!! Years ago they never told us out could injure your knees if you didn't lunge/squat correctly! Today is day 7 for me and I'm started to see baby changes! Yay and thanks firer starting this!

 

[Brenda.the.chef]

I just received my DVDs today! Looks like my day 1 will be tomorrow since I have a billion meetings today after work.

 

[esavvymom]

No "Shred" for me today, but I did spend about 1.5 hrs outside cutting back rose bushes and butterfly bushes, etc.....some MONSTER bushes. It was just too nice to stay inside- 70+ degrees!!! My arms are so shaky and numb I can barely lift them, even typing is hard right now. I don't think I'll be getting very far with Jillian today, but I will do it tomorrow.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

On phone, preapology if I typo.

Still no working out for me. Shoveled snow this week. Tried to do abs yesterday. Got 20 minutes in without over exerting my LCL. But my foot (same leg) is starting to feel the pressure & pain.

How's everyone else doing. I should be able to shred again Saturday! I'm really excited!

 

[chezshelly]

I did my 11th day today. Started level two. I seriously think she was trying to kill me. I know it will get easier the more I do it.

 

[sailorsarah]

I was alternating 30DS with the No More Trouble Zones workout. I actually really like her videos because she's so encouraging. I also like that she picks on herself for not being flexible. I just got in my Power 90 set today, so I'm going to start that soon. My goal is to be able to rock a hot dress for my commencement gala.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

I've been alternating the 30DS with a Yoga/Pilates thing that a friend got me into when I was visiting her this past weekend. It's nice but I really like JM, she definitely motivates me!!

 

[PampChefJoy]

I have been doing the Turbo Jam workouts with Chalene Johnson. You can get them through BeachBody (same makers of P90X). It's not as inexpensive as the Jillian Michael's DVDs, but they are FUN, have great variety and the instructor doesn't yell at you.

This one has had some longevity for me. I usually wind up hating a workout and gritting my teeth to get through it, but I actually look forward to my workout time most days now.

Just a suggestion for those of you who might want some other options. It is mostly a kickboxing type of cardio workout, with some strength training mixed in.

 

[esavvymom]

I have been doing the Turbo Jam workouts with Chalene Johnson. You can get them through BeachBody (same makers of P90X). It's not as inexpensive as the Jillian Michael's DVDs, but they are FUN, have great variety and the instructor doesn't yell at you.

This one has had some longevity for me. I usually wind up hating a workout and gritting my teeth to get through it, but I actually look forward to my workout time most days now.

Just a suggestion for those of you who might want some other options. It is mostly a kickboxing type of cardio workout, with some strength training mixed in.

I did that one for awhile and then I think that was when I hurt my hip or triggered something at least. Never went back to it, but it was fun though. Some interesting moves that took getting used to!

BTW-Jillian doesn't yell on her videos- that's just for TV on Biggest Loser, etc. haha.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

Right, Jillian doesn't yell at you She's bluntly encouraging but doesn't yell.
I'm actually doing the Beachbody Challenge with a friend here so I'm going to be doing TurboFire (Chalene) after I finish 30 Day Shred.To those of you on Level 2 (or 3?) how do you like it?So y'all probably are aware of my taking 3 1/2 weeks recovery for my LCL. About 2 weeks ago I slowly started to do modified versions of my workouts. About 10 days ago I did a new type of workout (Yogilates) that was longer and much less stressful on my body but REALLY exhilarating. About 4 days ago I started doing my 30-Day shred again but I've been really frustrated with it because I didn't feel like it pushed me enough so I was doing twice the amount of workout time combining 30DS with the "yogilates." That's a lot!
I figured, "alright, I think it's just time for me to move on to 30DS level 2"
In all technicality I DID 10 days of level one, actually 12 I think, but it was spaced out due to my injury.
Well Level Two KICKED MY BUTT. According to my HRM, I burned about the same number of calories, but I'm okay with that. I got a great workout in and I'm SO proud of myself!How is everyone else doing?!?

 

[chezshelly]

I am still doing level 1, tried level 2, but it was a lot more jumping, which I have a hard time with. I am also doing weight watchers, which I love! I am definitely starting to see a difference in the way I feel and the way my clothes fit for sure! So glad for this accountability as well. Oh, forgot to mention I am doing 30 day shred mon, wed and fri and ab ripper x on tue and thur. So, I am really seeing a difference in my abs! Yay!!!