Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred etc

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All welcome for mutual encouragement!

Checking in - I started really well with L1, but this week at work I've felt like a cartoon character with a grand piano falling on her out of the sky and haven't managed to do any more. DD and I went for a run this afternoon, and I'll try and fit in the second day of Ripped tomorrow morning. The next three weeks are horrendous at work, so I'll do what I can when I can, but it may not be much.

L1 day 7 done. Starting L 2 tomorrow. Oddly I really started perfecting the form so feel bit sad it's time to change.

@NefretForth Glad to have you back and brilliant you'll be joining in, even if occasionally between dodging falling pianos Done is better than perfect as they say!

L2 D1 done.
It wasn't as bad as I remembered although I may regret saying that.
I still had to take a break halfway through the plank cardio. I would like to manage it in one go. Maybe by Day 7....

I really like some of the moves such as the stork with rows. I think my balance and coordination is quite good.

I started Ri30 yesterday but i’m (trying) to do no scroll September so can’t post! After not exercising since mid-August, it was a hard slog and I’m not sure I like the shorter intervals...my right knee also felt a bit clicky and uncomfortable by the end, so not sure I’ll be able to continue.
Anyway, just a quick wave hello and a wave of pom poms before I get back to my non-scrolling and put my sports gear in for Day 2!

L2 day 1 done. Shelley graduated to Advancers position and looking very smug. I forgot that Jillian does slightly creepy flirty drill seargant impression in that one. Also, lot of the positions are really awkward. I seem to remember nothing from this workout. Mainly because I last did it all the way through in my post baby sleep deprived fug 

It's all about the abs isn't it? I'm certainly feeling them quite keenly tonight!

Goodnight everyone!

Lovely to see you pop in @babyinthacorner

L2D2 done.

Right, I’ve been a bit lax at recording my exercise. Yesterday I did 30DS L2D6, and I’ve just done Ri30 L1D4. At least I think that’s right...

L2 day 2. Really felt the effects of last night in my core today so it was hard work but it is done so that's all that counts!

Hi, can any of you suggest the best JM workout for toning my tummy please? I am going to start exercising and have done 30DS but have to say I noticed very little difference in tummy tone. Was thinking of trying one of her other workouts that really focuses on abs.

Ripped L2D3. Yesterday was tough but today it was like I got my second wind. Still have to take a break during the evil plank cardio.

Don'trecognise I found the Shred did make a difference so I don't know what to suggest. I've never tried "6 week 6 pack" but the reviews are good. In fact I may give it a go when I've finished Ripped in 30.

Thanks, perhaps I need to do 30DS again and put more effort in! Will check out 6 week 6 pack too.

I really like 6 Week 6 Pack (in fact I did 6W6P L2 this evening).

The levels are very different. Level 1 is nearly all floor work, and level 2 is mostly standing exercises (and much more ‘cardio’ if that makes sense). I tend to alternate between the two levels (rather than doing a block of L1 followed by a block of L2). When I first did it I could really feel my abs afterwards.

Thanks I might check it out.

Hi, DontRecogniseMyself, I found Killer Abs really good - I had noticeably more defined abs after I'd done all three levels.

Checking in with a stretch day. Needed it!

@DontRecogniseMyself I'd say check your diet. I find I see results really quickly if I make sure my diet is balanced and I have lots of protein during the day balanced with good carbs and veg. I've been lax recently snacking a lot on sugary carbs (blame the office and everyone returning from holidays with bloody treats) and I can see that although I'm week into RI30 my muscles are not popping in such a defined way as they would if I was eating well. Jillian has a diet online - won't set the world on fire but it's a good guide on balancing meals well.

Wow thanks for all the replies. Honestly my diet is pretty awful. Partly as I was a little underweight and so was trying to gain a bit of weight all over. I did gain a bit everywhere but a fair bit on tummy. Anyway I will stop hijacking your thread now, thanks!

Yesterday went pear shaped for reasons beyond my control but I did 3DSL1D5 this morning.

Ripped L2 D4 and then I finally got round to doing the neck stretching yoga that affectioninacoldclimate linked to upthread. Very relaxing.

I'm going to have to google Killer Abs now....

Ri30 L1D5. I’m assuming I do 7 days at each level (mostly because they are referred to as week 1, week 2, etc. and there are 7 days in a week). So 2 more days to go before L2.

L2 day 3 done although admittedly only two rounds as I have a stinking cold the very snotty DD bequeathed to me so I stopped and I started feeling a bit grim but glad I did it nonetheless.

@clearsommespace isn't lovely Jen fab? Apart from the chat about talent shows. She does really great stretch vids. There are more!

@DontRecogniseMyself you're not hijacking. It's all part of the package as far as I'm concerned Just sharing experience though - not an expert in any shape or form. If you were underweight then I'd be careful with controlling the diet. Maybe making it as nourishing as humanely possible with food that gives you energy and muscle mass.

affection hope you and DD feel better soon.

oubliette I'm aiming for 7 days of each level

L2 D5 complete this morning. I also had a fast forward through L3 to remind myself of what's in store.....(I haven't done L3 for several years)..... bear crawls, fast jumping lunges, duck walk. Eek!

1 more day left of 30DS level 2 - can anyone assure me that level 3 is easier on your knees???

Yesterday was a volunteering day so I did hours of raking and balsam bashing instead of formal exercise. So today was L1D6.

Thank you @clearsommespace

Unfortunately I have a full blown head cold. Got home after work full of snot and managed this which felt heavenly but that's all I could muster.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mh9jHxbUUyw

Can't wait to get back on that wagon with you my fellow Shredders and Rippers (doesn't sound quite right but too tired to think of anything better! )

Take it easy affection

sturm I think it is a bit less tough on knees apart from the rock star jumps but you could subsitute those with something else cardio.

L2 D6 Ripped for me this morning. I can do the plank cardio without a break now but a mix of high impact and low impact.

Rest day tomorrow. Looking forward to pizza which is a rare treat in this house. (DD doesn't like pizza (!) but she is going to a sleepover.)