January Shred Thread

Ok, thanks Peppermint. I don't think we've decided what to do yet. We did L1D2 tonight - did I say that right?

What can I expect from my first shred in terms of seeing a difference?

Welcome Logg1e I think most people are taking rest days or doing a mixture of exercises. I've not counted rest days as part of my 30 days, but some people have. Do what feels right for you.

Hello thread, I'm a Shred noob doing this for the first time with my (fitter) partner. I'm hoping to get fitter and fend off the next dress size up.

Could I ask how you all do the days? Do you do 30 days straight or something else?

L2D10 Done - starting to find it a little easier. Absolutely dreading starting L3 tomorrow. I think might watch it tonight, so that I can get my head around the moves.

I had the weekend off was really busy back on it today day 6, did level 2 and fit in 15 cardio

I now want Chinese food someone make me stop!

Back on it today after 10 days off with a cold (pathetic I know...)

Was on L2D2 but have gone back to L1 to ease myself back in. I also did 10 mins of a 'Blast belly fat' DVD but I don't think I'll bother with that again, just do the shred. However that is my problem area, really need to whittle a bit more of a waist.

Oh and I've bought Ripped in 30 as many of you seem to like it, but that's for after the shred...

Thanks Errol - really appreciate your advice. I will give that a try tomorrow.

Ok- will try that tomorrow- thanks.

intheround - yes, I can do the knee press-ups ok but just can't dip down far if I try them straight-legged. Inclined push-ups are where you keep your legs straight but have your hands at a higher level - initially this can be against the wall but then move lower. I started using the kitchen worksurface, then a table, now the sofa arm - so hopefully eventually I'll hit the deck!

Hi errol If I'm finding I can do the press-ups from my knees more easily but not the full things, are the inclined press-ups a sort of intermediate thing to try?

L2D1 done. I actually quite like most of l2 except for the first static squat and row. Then did 3x1min forearm planks, 3x12 inclined press-ups (sofa arm, 60cm from floor down from 75cm last week - I'm slowly getting there!) then 3x1min extended arm planks.

Will, I do planks on a mat, but for the plain extended arm ones also I'm using a pair of hex dumbells as 'handles' - positioned at an angle that puts the hands in a natural position. That takes some strain off the wrists. I can't remember exactly what the plank moves are in Ri30, might that work for any of them? I seem to remember on one level there were a couple of wrist-straining moves in the same circuit so I swapped them around with something else

Welcome all new shredders.

L2D1 of Ri30 done. Very challenging - the warm up alone nearly finished me off. I think it will take a few days to get used to all the new moves.

Do most people do the plank moves on a mat? I've been doing them on the (wooden) floor as my mat slips. However my wrists hurt so not sure if that is the reason or if I've just got bad form. Any suggestions for a good mat?

Well done on all the shredding

We decided to stay away for another night so I'll be up early to shred tomorrow!! Been really good with my eating so hoping I haven't put on any weight!

Morning all!
I officially hate Level 2 - but made myself do it this morning, that's D19 L2 done, one more day of torture then I'm going up to level 3. I am improving, albeit very slowly.
Tanukiton if I took a 3 day break I'd never get back into it - well done! I agree about bad mood helping, especially on those level 1 punches
I am re-doing my measurements tomorrow as it's the end of a level for me, hoping to see a bit more inch loss. Don't feel like I've lost any weight, but definitely feel trimmer. Fingers crossed!

d14 L2 d6. had a 3 day break and it is hard to get back into the plankswing of it all. I was in a filthy mood which oddly,seemed to help.

Hi Lily and Popius!

L1D7 (I think...) for me today, I didn't do it yesterday though, just didn't manage to fit it in and then was out in the evening when I've usually done it. Think I'll give L2 a try in a day or two. I seem to remember that's the one with all the planky stuff though, which I wasn't that keen on?

Did D2 L2 at lunchtime as had people over for dinner this evening. Quite enjoying the new moves but am a lot hotter and sweatier at the end than I was on L1.

Ive decided to 'mix it up' a bit (as much as I love our Jillian- its so repetitive)

So today I did Davina Fit in 15 Cardio section. Really enjoyed it- plan to continue mixing my sessions around- still doing shred but the odd day Fit in 15.

I was up early this morning thanks to the dog so got my Jillian session out of the way - D18L2. I have noticed some muscles appearing on my stomach - quite high up, above the waist really. I'm sure my shoulders are starting to look more toned too, really wish I had taken a "before" photo!

Oooh, can I join in?

I am on level 2. We've done it twice so far (and did Level 1 for 8 days). We are doing it most days but there are usually a couple of days a week we don't manage due to diaries so that's about right.

I don't know if I'm noticing much difference. My legs seem a little bit leaner but I don't put weight on them generally anyway - it all goes on my belly which seems wobbly as ever. I haven't really changed my diet. That is this week's project

Hello,
I've not posted before on this thread but I'd like to join the group. I've been doing level 1 for a week now. I can't do Nathalie press-ups at all.
Also have a really hard time with jumping jacks followed by skipping. I managed them for the first time this morning! Woohooo

Thanks errol . I think I need to increase the weights I'm using to strengthen my arms. I started with 500ml water bottles, then bought a set of Davina Weights. I've been using the 0.68kg but will try the next size up at 1.1kg . I need to be careful with my pelvic floor so don't want to overdo the lifting thing.

intheround - I'm on my 3rd time doing the shred and still can't do full push-ups but am determined to crack them this year - if you scan through this thread for my posts you'll see my plan.

L1D6 press-ups are the worst. Managed to complete them all today but still on my knees- will I ever make it to the full thing???