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30 Day Shred

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TheBang · 21/06/2025 10:53

Anyone want to join me?
Yes I know it’s an oldie but I did it about 15 years ago and it was really effective.
I’ve just done day one and the weights and abs stuff weren’t too bad but the cardio nearly killed me, I’m more unfit than I realised.

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TheBang · 26/06/2025 18:55

You’re all doing better than me! This is only the second day I’ve managed to do the whole thing😳

I did do a yoga class yesterday though and some weights exercises the day before so not completely inactive but I definitely need to try harder. The second set of press ups got me today, had to do the Anita version.

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TheHorrorsPersist · 26/06/2025 16:33

I’ve done 2 days of level 1 and I’m walking like the Tinman 😂

REDB99 · 26/06/2025 15:04

I’ve managed level 1 on 3/5 days so far. I had two 12 hour days so impossible to fit it in on those days. I’ve got time to do it Fri - Tues so going to do level 1 five more times then move into level 2. I’ve been eating lower carb and higher protein too.

Careerdecisions · 26/06/2025 12:58

That’s day 4 of level 1 done. I felt it went by quicker today, hoping that’s an early sign of fitness improving. That last strength exercise with the side lunge and raising arms with weights to eye height is my nemesis though. Whatever muscle it’s working in my arms seems to be missing from my anatomy!

Disturbia81 · 25/06/2025 19:09

I just wanna put a reminder here to not get upset if the scales don’t go down, mine infact always go up when I’m working out due to water retention from muscle repair.
Finish the 30 days, or however long you do, and once a few days have passed your body will woosh all the water out and you’ll see the results of your hard work! I always get a shock as I look puffy when working out and then suddenly I’m 10lbs lighter 🤣 Stick with it ♥️

sociallydistained · 25/06/2025 11:02

How many times a week does she say to do it? Not sure if I missed the intro whilst faffing about?

I will probably only do it 3-4 times a week anyway as I do a bodypump and bodycombat class a week sometimes Tone. But I do all of that at the weekend and I've been wanting to do something in the week so for now this is it. I will do my third in a row tonight!

TheHorrorsPersist · 25/06/2025 10:46

Have done a tester day 1 but plan to do the 30 days over the summer holidays so starting properly on Monday and going to do 5 a week for 6 weeks.

Careerdecisions · 25/06/2025 10:11

That level 1, day 3 completed. Muscles not as sore as yesterday but could still feel them. I’ve got a meeting clash with my usual routine tomorrow so will plan for that today so I don’t end up telling myself ‘I’ll do it later’ and then it not happening! How are the rest of you getting on?

sociallydistained · 24/06/2025 21:02

Did day 2 but level 2. Definitely harder 😅 will try again tomorrow although I'm dreading it lol. The music is so bad 😂

PreetyinPurple · 24/06/2025 17:17

I did a 10 minute introductory fitness blender workout today, I’m not ready for shred for sure!

TheHorrorsPersist · 24/06/2025 14:17

Damn, now I want to dig out my DVD!
“This is where it hurts the most…”

TheDogsMother · 24/06/2025 13:51

Disturbia81 · 21/06/2025 18:50

me and my daughter swear by this, just can’t believe the changes in a short space of time (if eating right too) for only 25 mins a day

used to spend hours at the gym and time having to get there and back, and still not getting as good results as with gillian

phoning it in as Jillian says 🤣

IjustbelieveinMe · 24/06/2025 13:01

menopausalfart · 23/06/2025 13:15

If you watch the video posted on Brave browser, you won't get any ads.

What’s the link please?

Careerdecisions · 24/06/2025 09:43

Post day 1 this morning and everything was sore when I got out of bed, had to do a bit of a crab walk to get downstairs. Anyway no pain no gain, just cracked on and got day two done and it was fine once I got moving. Hoping the extra effort will ease the muscles a bit, glad to feel it’s making a difference.

sociallydistained · 23/06/2025 20:44

I also did day 1 today! I have been doing a fair bit lately (Bodypump and combat at least once a week each) so I feel I might be able to just go up to level 2 tomorrow (tomorrow me hates me I can tell!) as it's only 2 weeks until my holiday id like to try and speed up results if possible 🙈
Good to check in here and stay accountable. I really struggle to do anything after work but 25 mins feels manageable and feel good for doing it!

menopausalfart · 23/06/2025 13:15

If you watch the video posted on Brave browser, you won't get any ads.

Careerdecisions · 23/06/2025 10:02

Well that’s day one out of the way and ‘I’m now well on my way to being shredded’ according to Jillian. I’m such a weakling, the strength part is so hard but hoping I’ll improve quickly. On the upside I found butt kickers easier than usual but that may be due to the fact that my butt is twice the size it was last time so I don’t need to kick up so far. 😂

caramac04 · 23/06/2025 07:44

I’ve got this on dvd but wonder if I’m fit enough to start…..
Well I won’t know if I don’t try. I’m usually really good at exercising a few times a week but all I’ve done for the last month is walked the dog.
20 minutes can’t actually kill me right?
Plus I can do it while dh is out the way as I don’t like him being in the same room as me when I’m exercising.

NcforMeNc · 23/06/2025 07:00

Its on Amazon prime video to download for 4.99 too.

Im going to buy it later and start tomorrow.

LeanIntoChaos · 23/06/2025 05:52

You all inspired me to move on to level 2....what the hell?

"I want you to feel like you are going to die"

Your wish is my command Jillian

Disturbia81 · 22/06/2025 21:45

TheBang · 22/06/2025 15:59

Feeling unwell today so half arsed attempt. Did about half the cardio, most of the weights and some abs. Better than nothing but I can feel Jillian’s disappointment.

But doing that is better than just sitting on the couch!

Careerdecisions · 22/06/2025 20:46

I’d like to join in please, have done it a few times over the years and without fail it gets me fitter and more toned quickly. I just find myself getting really bored doing the same level for ten days. No pain no gain though so I will start tomorrow and perhaps out on some music to keep it interesting, I know the moves and phrases off by heart already 😂. I’ll need to check in here daily for accountability or it won’t happen, please feel free to harass me to ensure I’ve done it!

LotusBotus · 22/06/2025 20:39

Inspired by this thread, I'm doing a 30-day abs bootcamp.

It's not exactly the programmes tha have been recommended here, I'm making up my own 😂

That's in addition to 2x weekly weightlifting sessions at the gym. I'll report back, maybe with pictures 🙈

OublietteBravo · 22/06/2025 17:31

TheBang · 22/06/2025 15:59

Feeling unwell today so half arsed attempt. Did about half the cardio, most of the weights and some abs. Better than nothing but I can feel Jillian’s disappointment.

Can you hear her berating you for phoning it in? Grin