7 day of the Shred

Seventh day DONE. I was looking forward to conquering level 1 and I have done it! I did all the reps in good form, though not perfect. It is much easier but still challenging. I do want to do the push-ups on my toes instead of on my knees. That is my next goal. I think I will do level 1 at least 2 more times and accomplish that before I move on to level 2.
It is a fantastical gorgeous morning and I am going outside!!! Have a beautiful blessed day!!

Day 6 of the Shred

Today is the first day of no soreness and I only missed one rep! The exercises are very basic and simple moves, but boy can they be tough for 30 seconds or more! They are excellent to get in the habit of doing because you can always increase intensity by increasing weight resistance. Very functional. Jillian knows what she is doing.
Three more days and I will move up to level 2 with different exercises. Doing the exact same routine is getting a little boring even though it is still challenging.
I find myself engaging core muscles and doing a little dance when I am going about my chores and housework. It feels really good to be regaining my strength. It is definitely true if you don't use it you lose it. Of course, it's such a gradual loss, we don't notice it.
Till tomorrow, love to all

Day 5-halfway through Level 1

I never work out on Sundays. Except for this past month since I have been a part of a fitness challenge. But other than that, never. I knew that I would need to get the workout in before church, so I got up early and got chores done.
Day 5 and only my quads are still just a itty bitty sore. I did almost all the reps in good form except for like 2, so that's exciting for me. I can tell my arms and shoulders are getting stronger, as well as my abs. I feel good physically, awesome mentally and incredible spiritually. Getting these 20 minute workouts done everyday are victories in themselves and are starting to add up as a whole.
Those of you who may be reading this I am going to ask for a favor: please pray for me. Thank you!

Day 4 of Shred

I'm feeling better so I decided to go for a run this morning with the group. 3 miles. I got a little tired at the 2.3 mark, but then regained it back. I should have kept going, but I had stuff to do!
Day 4 and I'm just a tad sore. I can walk normal and do not have to maneuver anymore to sit down. I still don't feel very strong and I could not do all the reps in proper form. I however, did more than I previously have so there is forward progress.
The arms are tough. I really thought I was stronger in the upper body! The cardio is easy other than you need a really good support bra because there is alot of jumping up and down.
I forgot to weigh this morning but I can "feel" things changing. I can't wait to get through 30 days of this!

Day 3 of the Shred

I just got done with day 3, level 1. I am still sore, but not as sore as yesterday. I am running a mild fever with sneezing, stuffy nose and chills. This cold rain is not helping, but I dosed up on vitamin C, gargled with peroxide and got with it. It is still hard. I cannot do all the reps in good form all the way through. But that is ok, still 27 more days!
I think I will rest the remainder of the day as much as I can anyway. I am such a baby when I am sick. I am glad it is Friday!! My sweet, sweet husband can take care of me tomorrow!
----Just now--- Jadon walks in the room wanting to play twister--- is he crazy!??!!

Day 2 of 30 Day Shred

I am super sore. My quads, my shoulders, and gluts especially. I woke up and kinda rolled outta bed. The motion of sitting requires special maneuvering. (I love those squats!) I am also getting a cold. Plus I got sunburned yesterday wranglin baby goats. I had all kinds of reasons why I didn't have to do the Shred today. I wasn't even sure I could actually physically do it.
I got the morning chores done: bottle feeding bucklings, putting hay in the barn for the goats when it starts raining, start laundry, clean kitchen, learning time, etc... I'm working myself up to the workout. I feel very, very weak because of the muscle soreness.
I am committed. I CAN do all things through Christ who strengthens me! With my son Jadon cheering me on, saying "You can do it mom, you can do it!!" I started. Wow, it was hard. Really hard until I got warmed up. Surprisingly, my muscles actually worked and towards the end I even felt stronger than I did yesterday. I am victorious! I made it! Some people might think, "So what, it's only day 2 and only 20 minutes." But for me, I don't think I have ever worked out the same muscles that hard 2 days in a row. I always take a break. This was huge for me. I overcame something I did not think I was capable of. Today is my birthday and I have vowed I do not want flabby arms or muffin top at 40, plus I want to do a half marathon and a triathlon. I have 3 years...

30 Day Shred

Today is the first day of May and I started Jillian's DVD workout "30 Day Shred". The workout maximizes fat burning cardio, strength, and Abs "1-2-3 Interval System". 3 minutes of strength, 2 minutes of cardio and 1 minute of abs. You use weights for resistance and a mat if you are working on a hard floor. You are basically hitting all muscle groups while elevating heart rate and strengthening core all at the same time. The workouts are only 20 minutes and there are 3 levels. Basically you should try to move up a level after 10 days.
Level 1 day 1 was tough. I was already sore from yesterday's circuit workout. I didn't feel like my form was very good and I didn't feel very strong because of the muscle soreness. I expect to be even more sore tomorrow and the day after. The jumping jacks are hard and not my favorite but I got through it.
I am going to take a before pic and no, I am not going to post it until I have an after pic. I am also going to take measurements to track loss of inches and my starting weight is 177#. Good day and be strong in the name of The Lord!