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Is there a 30 day shred thread for March yet? If not, this can be it!

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GandTnow · 25/02/2014 11:09

I need to have someone to do this with, I tried it once and got to day 3 but then gave up. Please join me if you want to attempt this with me.

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GandTnow · 18/03/2014 08:09

I think I'm with you StuntNun, actually finished level 2 day 7 without wanting to cry this morning! Also realised that on level 1 I was following Anita a lot more than I have been doing on level 2 - no wonder I'm finding it harder. Only 2 more days left and then I'll see what horrors await me on level3 - eek.

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spinningirl10 · 18/03/2014 07:26

Ri30 L2 D26 done!!

StuntNun · 18/03/2014 06:24

30DS L2D5 done yesterday. I just cannot do the squat thrusts or the double jump rope so I have to do the modified versions with Anita. At least I don't end the session lying on the floor calling JM a b*tch any more!

MissSmiley · 17/03/2014 22:06

Don't even think of getting tena lady until you've tried a kegel8! Exercises for your insides!!! Fabulous!

GeorginaWorsley · 17/03/2014 21:59

I should try L3.
Well done pink

pinkflaming0 · 17/03/2014 21:15

Made it!

Went with Anita on some of the moves but nothing toooo bad. Could've maybe done with a Tena lady for the 'sumo squats' or whatever they're called tho'!

Will have to see how/where I ache tomorrow. Could hardly move my arms after L2D1.

pinkflaming0 · 17/03/2014 20:35

OK. Am about to do L3D1 - see you on the other side! (I hope!)

GeorginaWorsley · 17/03/2014 20:19

Did 30DS L2.not sure what day ,probably 7 or so!
I chop and change between L1 and L 2 .

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GandTnow · 17/03/2014 20:18

Lol I hear ya StuntNun the whole thing seems like sure a major step up from level 1! Would quite happily throw someting at the TV if I had the strength remaining in my poor, poor shreded limbs!

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StuntNun · 17/03/2014 18:29

I can't wait for level 3 GandT if just to get away from those squat thrusts.

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GandTnow · 17/03/2014 16:54

Welcome LadyCelia It's true about the aches going after the first few days ( I didn't really believe it, but it is true! Grin)

Level 2 day 6 done today. Still really hard and I'm getting stressed at how tricky I'm still finding it. Dread to think what level 3 is like!

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StuntNun · 17/03/2014 16:52

Errol I like the 10 minute solutions pilates DVD but after doing it I decided to start going to a class as well as it's good to get a bit of real life feedback on your technique. Pilates is excellent for posture and building a good core. I find the workouts invigorating rather than exhausting. I often yawn during Pilates and I think it's because of all the stretching out.

spinningirl10 · 17/03/2014 16:08

Welcome to LadyCelia....what a posh name, I feel as though I should curtsey!!

Errol JM does a yoga dvd but I haven't tried it and I guess it's maybe a step up from regular yoga! Maybe have a look at Amazon reviews. oh and Happy Birthday to your dh :)

LadyCelia · 17/03/2014 15:46

Phew, thanks Errol, glad to hear the aches go after a few days! I haven't done any proper exercise apart from yoga since I was pregnant with DS (so, nearly 3 years Blush ) so it was always going to hurt.

I used to use Barbara Currie's yoga DVDs, very easy to follow.

ErrolTheDragon · 17/03/2014 15:37

How on earth can you do D2 when you can barely move after D1?
Because its the first 3-4 days of L1 that are the killers for making you seize up - stick with it and you should ease up and you won't find anything else as bad thereafter.

I'm having today off (as well as usual weekend) because it's DHs birthday.

Someone mentioned yoga - I think I could do with adding (or alternating with) something like pilates or yoga specifically for core strength. I don't know anything about either - I've been recommended some youtubes but I really could do with a DVD so I can use the TV downstairs (I don't use ipad and the computer isn't a laptop). Any recommendations please?

Lindt70Percent · 17/03/2014 15:23

Had yesterday off but today have completed 6W6P L1D15. Have finally worked out that I was doing the wrong thing for mountain climbers! I have no problem with mountain climbers now that I've figured out what to do. Have been misunderstanding these since the beginning of January! Blush.

Also, am managing to hold side planks much better now, so feeling good about myself today.

Going to do one more session of level 1 and then it's level 2 on Wednesday. Hmm

Blimey LadyCelia, cannot imagine press ups with a passenger! No wonder you're aching today. Smile

2tiredtocare · 17/03/2014 15:10

Well done Lady especially for doing it with a tiny horse rider in tow! Full 40 minutes of BFBM done and I have a pilates class tonight too.

LadyCelia · 17/03/2014 14:50

I've been keeping an eye on this thread for a week or two, & finally plucked up the courage to start yesterday - ouch ouch ouch! How on earth can you do D2 when you can barely move after D1?! Shock Mind you, it probably didn't help that DS (2.9) was using me as a "horsey" during the press ups yesterday, my arms are killing me now. I think he enjoyed the work out more than me!

It does feel good though to actually start an exercise regime that I have a vague hope of sticking too, I actually really enjoyed it & the posts above are giving me hope that I will see results eventually.

spinningirl10 · 17/03/2014 13:05

ooh it's quiet here today! No work today so just cycled 20miles with my dp....good to be out in the fresh air :)

spinningirl10 · 17/03/2014 09:15

Ri30 L3 D25 done!!

I definitely find L3 harder than L4, really worked up a sweat!

GeorginaWorsley · 16/03/2014 20:45

Walk/run today and attempted Jillian's Yoga Meltdown.

RunningKatie · 16/03/2014 20:19

Run/walk yesterday and today, I think I need to wheel out a yoga dvd too. Shred level 2 starts tomorrow, I am scared.

StuntNun · 16/03/2014 17:47

I would fast forward through it Pink, just to get an idea of the trickier moves.

2tiredtocare · 16/03/2014 16:56

Just go for it, there is nothing to complex in it it's just a little bit more sweaty!

pinkflaming0 · 16/03/2014 16:31

L2D10 just done.

My back went into a random spasm for no reason near to the end so not sure I'll be starting L3 tomorrow. Will have to see how it goes - maybe shower will help.

Should I watch L3 thru first or just go for it? Decisions, decisions...