January Shred Thread

D10 L2 d4 done!

Off to the gym for some cardio later.

Morning gang!
I forgot to check in yesterday, it was the end of Level 2 for me, so I re-did my measurements. 3lbs off since I started on 2nd January, 1 and a half inches off my waist and and inch off my hips. Half an inch off each thigh. I have definitely got better muscle definition on my stomach and arms too
So this morning I started Level 3 (Day 21). Oh. My. God. The scissor abs thing was horrendous! And let's not mention the jumping lunges. Just about managed to do it Anita-style all the way through but let's just say there was a LOT of cheating and taking 5 second breaks.
I will ache tomorrow, I know it!

Evening all.
Unplanned 2nd night off
Did go for a swim but need to get back into L2 tomorrow evening.

Well done all you Shredders who aren't phoning it in.

d16 l2 d8 completed again a bit easier today.
ShotgunNotDoingThePans don't worry something is better than nothing. Do take measurements! I wish I had. I know I am shrinking as I managed to get my summer jeans over my butt! I could do them up too (but with a huge muffin top). My daughter also said she loved my belly pillow, in a wistful voice.
PeppermintCream love reading everyones posts as it keeps me on track :)

Thanks Errol. I didn't mean 50 was old lady I meant my version of the Shred looks closer to a 'Ladies' Health and Fitness' session than a kick-arse workout!

Welcome Shotgun! I'm 53 so less of that 'old lady' - but seriously, regardless of age anyone with joint problems is wise to take your approach and do what you can do.

Can I join? Been doing L1 for a couple of weeks now, but started in old lady style (am 50 and have joint/muscular ishoos), and have just managed to do the full 20 mins including weights!
I still don't do jumping jacks or skipping (arthritis in the hip flares up), butit's making an amazing difference to my aches and pains and general strength and posture.
Last time I shredded I threw myself into it but caused so much pain subsequently it put me off. I just decided that this year I'd try exercising regularly for the whole year, and keep trying until I found something that didn't aggravate things and made me feel better, no matter how basic.
I definitely am phoning it in, but I reckon what I'm doing has to be better than the downward slope I'd be on otherwise; I'm not aiming for a body like Natalie's, just to be stronger, fitter and relatively pain free. Think I'll take measurements, though - I'd love to get rid of my newly-acquired spare tyre!
If I'm honest, I'd really love to move on to more challenging routines - but we'll see!

Thank you tanukiton.

L3D1 done. I'm alive (just about) I found circuit 1 the hardest. Going to treat myself to a nice bubble bath - I dread to think how I'm going to feel tomorrow.

Well done everyone, keep in posting - it's really helped to motivate me - hope it's helping you too.

day 7 done, did level 1 again and 30 mins davina. Going to stick to level one and davina for the next few days, then start level 2 offiically on sunday

L1D3 done.

L1D10 done today. It was awful. Don't know why as it was a breeze yesterday. Had to stop for a few seconds in the second set of jumping jacks which are never usually a problem. Still feel a bit wheezy now.

Pelvic floor had gone to pot too.

SallyFinkelstein I'll be attempting L2D1 tomorrow as well. I'm NOT looking forward to it. I haven't had the courage to watch it yet but I did this level back in the summer and remember something about travelling push ups and lots of plank stuff. Mind you, I also remember that I got to quite enjoy it so need to keep thinking about that.

So, I watched level 2 earlier and had to have a couple of biscuits with my tea to revive myself after. Going to give it a whirl in the morning but if there's a news story tomorrow about a woman in the South East who's unable to move off of her living room floor, that'll be me!

Don't think I'll be looking forward to the abs sections for a rest anymore.

Just coughed. It killed.

Finally managed D16 L2 feeling a little bit pleased with myself for coming back to it after a 4 day break, less pleased about the 6 Jaffa cakes I just scoffed! If I get a chance to watch it tonight I'll start L3 tomorrow.

L2D2, plus 3x15sec side planks per side - I find those really hard and then 3x14 inclined press-ups.

L2D2 of Ri30 done. I'm getting there!

I'm feeling it in my calves Lindt definitely, my partner is feeling it in his shoulders. I did "phone in" the press-ups though, they're never going to happen.

Somebody used the word "slender" just now (sorry, can't see username) and that's really inspiring. At the moment, my belly is doing each exercise about one second behind the rest of my body.

So Saturdays rest day turned into three rest days. I finally did L1D10 this morning though and it was great, I'm still no Natalie but I could chat to DS1 all the way through and didn't need to rest after (although I am having a sneaky 5mins mumsnet before getting me and the DS's showered and dressed).

Going to try to watch L2 while they nap after lunch, probably with a and a book, so there (hopefully) will be no excuse for me doing it tomorrow.

Lindt I'm using myfitnesspal as well, I really like it.

D9 L2 d3 done

It was really hard to get myself up this morning after 3 days off!!

I'm using 2kg and 4kg, I still hate the V squats most!!

D15 l3 d7 upped my weights a teeny tiny bit.
PeppermintCream good luck for 3
I have to get into my suits for April! or pay a fortune in international postage.

Good luck with L3 tomorrow PeppermintCream! I've thought of scanning through L2 before I start but am worried I'll put myself off.

Hi Logg1e. I've taken rest days but haven't counted them in my 30. How are you feeling after L1D2? I was really aching for the first 3 or 4 days but since then I've felt great.

Ok, I had the weekend off but have done L1D9 today. Terrified at the thought of L2 as am really in my comfort zone with L1 now. Still can't do those side raise things with weights and don't think I'll ever be able to. Am sticking with Anita style press ups and don't care!

I feel so much fitter and I'm looking quite slender - can really see the difference. I'd quite like to lose a stone but don't think it's really necessary as I think I'm just thinking of the weight I was about 11 years ago and I'm not sure it would suit me to be that thin now. So I'll carry on watching what I'm eating and will carry on shredding and see where I end up. I've found that logging what I eat in myfitnesspal has stopped me eating so much junk. Also, the fitbit that H got me for Christmas is motivating me to move more.

This thread is helping me. Hope it's helping everyone else.

Yes, def take at least one or two rest days a week. I always take the weekends off, and do 10 days per level so the whole thing takes 6 weeks. But you can spend as long or as short on each level as suits you. You don't need to be doing everything perfect 'natalie' style before moving on.

Peppermint - yes, good idea to scan through it to see how the moves go.