Dear Family and Friends,
If you do not hear from me, it is because Jillian Michaels killed me with crunches.
Love to you all,
Meg
Ok, so maybe I'm being a touch dramatic, but Day 1, Level 1 of Ms. Michaels 30-Day Shred was -- needless to say -- tough! I received my much-anticipated DVD in the mail today, and quickly put on workout clothes to see if it was every bit as hard as everyone says it is. After about two push ups, I knew I couldn't call anyone a liar. Ha! For 20 long minutes, I lifted weights, did an endless amount of jumping jacks and squats and groaned my way through crunches. Jillian goes quickly from one "circuit" -- 3 minutes of strength, 2 minutes of cardio and 1 minute of abs -- to the next for a grand total of three 6-minute circuits. So, there's really no time to catch a breath or gulp down water.
But, just when I thought I was going to pass out, it was time for the cool down. My whole body was shaking, and my legs had that awesome tired feeling when you know you've done a good workout. I love a challenge, and this workout definitely tested my limits. Plus, unlike some exercise DVDs that require a lot of equipment, this one only asked for weights and a mat if you have a hard floor. (Luckily, we have carpet.) I can only imagine what Levels 2-3 are like. I'm looking forward to getting to the 30-day finish line!
I felt good enough to go with the husband on the pup's daily exercise routine, so we walked and talked for 2 miles around our neighborhood. All in all, I think it was a successful workout day for me, but I have a feeling the legs are going to feel a bit like lead tomorrow. Ha Ha!
I'm off to fix dinner now. Have a great night!
My roommate has that DVD and I've been working myself up to trying it... maybe next weekend when I get back from the grandparents house. Good luck continuing with it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, CJ! I've never been this sore after a 20-minute workout! You should give it a try...it is hard, but it goes by pretty fast since she keeps you moving. By the way, I read in one of your posts that your grandparents live in Arizona. I have a lot of family in Tucson, and am traveling there in October for my cousin's wedding. Small world. :)
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