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November with Jillian - shredding as Autumn turns into winter

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OublietteBravo · 04/11/2015 19:53

As requested, here is a November thread.

Everyone welcome - it doesn't matter if you've never tried a Jillian DVD before or if you've got the full set. A thread to keep us all motivated as we push on through November with Jillian.

Today I did Ri30 L1D6, followed by 6W6P L2D3.

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OublietteBravo · 05/11/2015 20:48

NMTZ this evening. It isn't quite so bad now I'm more used to the moves but the abs circuit is still pure evil

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DifferentCats · 08/11/2015 09:29

Ah ha! There you are.

I did all of Kickbox Fastfix last week. Nothing so far this weekend, but lots of walking and young child carrying yesterday, so I am very achey.

DifferentCats · 08/11/2015 09:30

Oubliette, how are you finding your workouts in general these days?

TheOriginalWinkly · 08/11/2015 12:19

Has anyone done Shred It With Weights? Is there a lot of jumping in it? I need a dvd with very little jumping (and ideally no jumping jacks. My pelvic floor isn't what it once was.)

Angelina321 · 08/11/2015 14:57

Hi all,

It sounds like Jillian is just what I need to fit into a dress before Christmas! I've been doing weight watchers since the start of October and have been losing a pound a week so far, which is fine, but it would be great if I could accelerate that a bit and hopefully 1) improve the bingo wings and 2) flatten my belly a bit. I've been blessed with a very large bum and thighs and nothing I do ever seems to touch those so I'm not too fussed if they improve or just stay as they are, the latter of which is most likely!

The online photos of the 30 day shred results are really amazing, but I'm wondering if that's the best place to start or if there's anything that's more suited to the top half of the body? I think that's where I could get the most gains in the 7 weeks or so before Christmas! However I then wonder if the other routines get as good results as the 30 day shred or if that's the magic bullet?

Help please! Smile

Angelina321 · 08/11/2015 15:37

I remember a couple of years ago Jillian and the 30DS were SO popular on here but these days it seems a bit quieter?

KatharineClifton · 08/11/2015 19:21

30DS is all over Angelina. I'm doing it atm, have done it before. Very hard, but very worth it.

KatharineClifton · 08/11/2015 19:24

I'm doing Davina too though as like both.

Angelina321 · 09/11/2015 09:22

I've been researching and found her Beginner Shred which looks more doable but still with good results! All three levels are free on DailyMotion - the selling point is that it's a lot lower impact which would be brilliant for me and my click knees! Think I am going to do that one - now to find a free 30 minutes!!

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OublietteBravo · 09/11/2015 22:09

I moved up a level to Ri30 L2 today. It seemed a bit short (well except for the plank cardio circuit, which seemed to last forever). Maybe I need heavier weights...

I also did 6W6P L1D4.

I've done 30DS 3 or 4 times. I quite enjoy it as a set of workouts - it seems do-able if you are just starting out (follow Anita), and is OK if you are a bit fitter (follow Natalie).

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DifferentCats · 09/11/2015 22:42

No Jillian for me tonight because I locked myself out of my house. Definitely tomorrow!

KatharineClifton · 10/11/2015 16:24

Just re-read my reply to Angelina and it was confusing, 30DS is all-over the whole body, not all over as in being past it.

What a PITA Cats!

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OublietteBravo · 10/11/2015 22:00

NMTZ this evening. I'm starting to quite enjoy it as a workout (although it is a bit short on cardio).

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OublietteBravo · 11/11/2015 20:12

A longer session today: Ri30 L2D2 and 6W6P L2D5. Slowly adapting to the new level of Ri30 - I think it'll be OK once I've mastered the moves (can't do the funny push-up things yet).

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DifferentCats · 11/11/2015 22:26

I know, KC! After a long shift at work too. No keys in bag.

I have been sticking to Kickbox Fastfix again due to time constraints. I am hoping to get in a workout tomorrow morning of at least forty minutes.

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OublietteBravo · 12/11/2015 19:49

Tonight's Jullian session was Ri30 L2D3 and 6W6P L1D6.

I'm hoping that is enough to counteract the rather nice coconut cake DD made this evening...

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DifferentCats · 14/11/2015 14:05

I did No More Trouble Zones from YouTube on Thursday morning. I had never done this one before. It was quite long, so I had to skip the last ten minutes.

Seems effective though. Backs of arms and tummy aching!

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OublietteBravo · 14/11/2015 20:19

I'm having a rest day today (although I just spent several hours trailing around the shops sorting out kit for DD's upcoming skiing trip.

I did NMTZ yesterday. I agree that it is quite long (about 50 min I think). I find the second circuit particularly evil (crunches with shoulder press, whatever the crucifix move is called, bicycle crunches, squirms and push-ups).

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JumpandScore · 14/11/2015 20:31

I have 30DS barely used from years ago. I have a couple of free slots a week that have opened and I was going to try an exercise class but it occurs to me that using the dvd would be cheaper and more efficient use of time.

I'm already fit from running but not strong. Would shredding twice a week make a difference?

whatiswrongwithyou · 14/11/2015 22:40

I have been doing nmtz over a year now and still struggle with the first circuit. It amazes me that it never gets any easier!

SecretRed · 14/11/2015 22:54

I'm carrying quite a bit of extra weight (size 22) and an contemplating starting the 30 day shred. I'm just wondering if I'll see noticeable results in 30 days as the muscles are quite well hidden iykwim.

whatiswrongwithyou · 14/11/2015 23:02

I've been shredding for almost 18 months now and my shape has changed remarkably. I haven't lost any weight but my body fat has gone down considerably.

I think if you can get over the first 10 days and stick with it you'll be surprised at how quickly your fitness improves and how much more energised you feel day to day. This in turn made me more conscious of what I was eating and my diet has really improved too. Do be aware though that the Shred can be pretty tough on the old joints, knees in particular.

Try it - what have you got to lose!?

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OublietteBravo · 14/11/2015 23:10

I started 30DS back in June, and have since moved on to other Jillian workouts. Like whatiswrongwithyou my weight hasn't changed much (I've lost a couple of pounds). However, I've dropped a dress size and toned up (especially my stomach).

I did see results after 30 days (take a 'before' photo so you can see the difference).

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SecretRed · 14/11/2015 23:11

I will start tomorrow . Bit worried about my knees but not as worried as I am about finding something to wear for my work xmas party! I'll modify a bit if I find it too heavy going though

DifferentCats · 15/11/2015 08:43

I have been doing Jillian workouts for about two years and I found NMTZ challenging. I agree that some of the moves were just brutal.

It looked like one of her earlier ones? It's making me think her later DVDs are more forgiving. She seems to have fewer exercises earlier on and each one is for longer times before switches.

I'm doing Yoga Inferno today. Maybe NMTZ tomorrow? If I feel brave.