I was completely optimistic and motivated. See:
Even Margot was mesmerized (for the first five minutes and then began screaming):
I admit that I was a little worried when my arms started hurting during the warm-ups, and I nearly died during the push-ups, but overall, I made it through. My legs are a little wobbly and I admit that I'll be sore tomorrow.
But 20 minutes?! GENIUS!
Level 1: 3 pound weights
Make sure to visit the @shredheads today and see how well (or not so well) they did.
Shredding to Not Look Like a Pity Lay
V-Dog's Shredding Her Oakland Booty
I Always Make Decisions at the Last Possible Moment
Shredding My Fake Pregnancy Away
If you'd like to join us, read the Intro to the 30 Day Shred post below, and snag this button (courtesy of PHAT Mommy). Make sure to email me your post.
It gets easier, I promise. I haven't done day 4 yet, but I already have more stamina and hurt less.
Posted by: Pinky | 03/02/2009 at 10:21 AM
OMG!!! I did this at 5:30 am today. Day One - thought I might pass out 15 minutes in. Already a little sore. Thanks for the tip - it's also on OnDemand on Cox cable.
Posted by: Megan | 03/02/2009 at 10:58 AM
You look so determined in that first pic. And Margot should be shredding with you, that little chub-bub.
LOOK AT THOSE CHEEKS!
Posted by: The New Girl will do the 30 day shred NEXT YEAR. | 03/02/2009 at 11:22 AM
You look better than I did after finishing my first Shred. Actually, you look better than I do right now after having completed another day of Level 1.
Congrats on making it through day one!
(And when you have time, can you add my code name? Thx!)
Posted by: Spanx Mama | 03/02/2009 at 12:01 PM
Thanks so much for pointing this out to me. I'm struggling with Uterine fibroid tumors and need to increase my exercise to break them down and keep them from coming back. And of course if I drop a few (40 pounds) in the bargain, so much the better. This is a perfect fit for me.
Posted by: Elise | 03/02/2009 at 12:53 PM
It damn well better get easier! ;)
Posted by: PunditMom | 03/02/2009 at 01:13 PM
It gets easier -- but never easy.... I could hardly walk after my first day!
Posted by: Jodi - Mom's Favorite Stuff | 03/02/2009 at 01:22 PM
So I know you're not tech support, but this button will not show up on my page! Is there something wrong with the link?
Posted by: Summer | 03/02/2009 at 01:34 PM
Still not working.. oh well haha I'll figure it out one day! Thanks for your help!
Posted by: Summer | 03/02/2009 at 01:55 PM
Okay, so I ordered the video from Amazon just now. It's been sitting in my cart for like, a month. Am kind of scared. But am also tired of this 20lb. tire I carry around my waist like an swimming tube.
Posted by: Jenny | 03/02/2009 at 01:58 PM
The shredding, it scares me. I need to do something but I am fearful. Hopefully watching you all do this will motivate me-or make me run screaming for the hills-I am hopeful for the motivation though.
Posted by: heather @ Domestic Extraordinaire | 03/02/2009 at 02:22 PM
The button isn't working for me either, but with my (lack of) skillz, I doubt it's the button.
Posted by: ClumberKim | 03/02/2009 at 02:38 PM
Is it wrong that I find Jillian Michaels kind of hot?
Posted by: Kelly | 03/02/2009 at 03:10 PM
I love it when she yells at me. ROWR.
And I nearly kissed her when she said "ass" during the Level 1 workout.
Posted by: Mistress Shredhead | 03/02/2009 at 03:31 PM
By day two, you'll be seriously considering standing up to pee.
Posted by: abw | 03/02/2009 at 05:44 PM
i give up on the button.. Please still add me to your list.. :)
Posted by: Summer | 03/03/2009 at 12:55 AM
I seriously thought I was going to die that first time. It gets less "I totally want to die right now" but so far it still ain't easy. I've been doing it about a month and a half, but not every day.
Posted by: ImpostorMom | 03/03/2009 at 12:42 PM
Couldn't agree more on 20 minutes being genius. That is the best motivator for this workout! Good job with the 3 lb weights throughout, you are stronger than me.
Posted by: Dori | 03/13/2009 at 03:21 PM
First step - bought the video!
Posted by: JenniferW | 05/05/2009 at 11:11 PM
Just did day one. Was ok 2 hours ago. Starting to hurt now...
Posted by: Donna | 07/29/2009 at 01:03 PM