Finally, felt better today. I can really start to see a difference in my stamina. I still struggle with those push-ups and end up plopping on the floor in between sets, which leaves me to wonder.......What is the hardest part for you? And what size weights are you using?
Also, I have a problem with doing it early in the morning.....usually I'm starving right when I wake up but if I eat the wrong thing; too heavy, too liquidy, I always feel the need to puke half way through the video. Today I grabbed a handful of Shredded Wheat Cereal (yes, with the frosting) and felt great. It filled my tummy just enough to get through the twenty minutes. However my body seemed to burn right through it so I had to eat again afterwards.
I'm on day 7, well 6 I skipped yesterday..I have no excuse.
ReplyDeleteMy 1st day was super hard, after the 20 min workout I couldn't even walk down the stairs. and for 3 days I struggled with those dang stairs..as well as lifting my 14 month old and sitting on the floor. I never thought I was that out of shape (ekk) I think it was day 5 when I finally could get up and down with ease during the shred..
I really have challenges with the jump rope (how embarrassing) the push ups and crunches are not a big deal for me, its the CARDO!! I really enjoy this work out, for one it's 20 min and two it gets me motivated for the day (I do it in the Morning) I though I was doing this workout for loosing weight and now I realize that I NEED to do it to get my body in shape first then the weight will come next. Like JM says (it doesn't come for free girls) ha! that is the truth.
I definitely need to try the 30 day shred ... i use the beachbody weighted gloves or 2-3 pound hand weights purchased for a deep discount on amazon.com for my at home workouts. all time favorite go-to home workout ... turbo jam!
ReplyDeleteSo I've done 28 days so far (not consecutively by ANY means!). I have definitely noticed a difference. I would have liked to lose more weight, but I guess it never comes off fast enough, does it?! I've noticed a difference in the definition in my thigh and arm muscles. I think my tummy is a little flatter, but no big changes there. I like the idea of measuring inches also. I think I'm going to have to do that now. I've been a slacker since I've been out of town and have only done 1 day this week!! But now I have new motivation: "it's not IF, it's WHEN!" I'm so glad you've started the blog. I think this will help me stay motivated to do it daily.
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, the soreness fades as you do it more. And you'll start to feel you're endurance picking up. I HATE the jumping also!! Thanks to carrying and delivering my 2 kids, I'm never fully confident enough to go all out on the jumping. I have to warn you, Level 3 has alot more jumping :( But she says that's what burns calories and boosts metabolism, and I believe it. I'm worn out during it.
I've been using wimpy 3 lb weights. But now I'm not as sore as I used to be after finishing, so I think I need to move to 5 lb. That scares me.
I wish I could do it in the morning, but it seems that I never have enough time. So I end up doing it right after the kids go to bed at night.
p.s. I'm new at this blogging thing, so I don't know why it says "mike and lori" said... Mike doesn't like Jillian! It's just "Lori said..." :)
HAHA!! I don't even remember what day we are on... 117 or something like that! BUT it does get easier!!
ReplyDeleteI had to do mine today EARLY! My body does NOT work in the morning!!! BUT I DID IT!
I use 3 lb weights too!!! For some I use 5 because I don't thing the 3s work!!
Yeah, I found that you/I may need two pairs for the different strength training. The back, bis, and chest could use a pair of 5's, but those upward shoulder presses are hard with just 2's.
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