Ripped in 30 – Bill’s Week 2
Whew, done with week 2, and I can’t say I’m sorry to see it go. I was happy that there were really no knee modifications required, but from the cardio in circuit 1 through the end of circuit 2, holy cow is it hard! But I’ve definitely noticed myself getting stronger. I’ll be curious to see, at the end of the 30 days, how much easier level 1 feels.
Unfortunately, while I’ve been great at the working out, I’ve been totally struggling with my eating. I start the day great, but no matter what I eat for breakfast (I’ve tried more protein, less protein, more carbs, less carbs) I start snacking around lunchtime and just can’t stop for the rest of the day. But every day starts out fresh, and today is no exception. Once I make it through a couple of days I know I’ll have it back under control.
It’s just getting through those couple of days. Ugh.
Anyhow, the fact that we’re done with Level 2 means we’re starting Level 3. Yes, I’ve done it. You may have seen me nickname it “The Destroyer” on twitter, but I mean it in only the best possible way.
Heh.
Anyway, definitely look for a knee modification post on Level 3, because it’s got some pretty brutal stuff in it. Fortunately, there’s nothing that can’t be modified (and it still gives a great leg workout even modified heavily) and I actually like it better than Level 2. I’ve got a good sore feeling going on, and I’m curious to hear what you think of it.
How was your week 2? Are you keeping up? Seeing changes?
I’m looking forward to starting Ripped in 30. I’m on Day 18 of my second round of 30 Day Shred. My arms are getting very toned! Once I finish that, I’ll take a couple of days off and start Ripped in 30. I enjoy reading your posts – keep ‘em coming. I can’t wait to see your “after” photos.
So I just found this website about a week ago and am SO excited! I started 30 day Shred 3 days ago and am sooooo sore. Which is exciting, because that means it’s doing something! Either way, I struggle tremendously with my arms, and am so happy to her you say you can notice toning in your arms! Keep up the good work, I’m right behind you!
You know, I’ve been super hungry since I started this workout too. Maybe it’s not US and it’s the workout!
I LOVE (as much as I can, I guess) level 2. I’m looking forward to level 3, but I guess we’ll see how it goes.
I’ve definitely noticed strength increases and “tummy flattening”, which is nice. Woo!
Oh I just finished level 3 for the first time and I had that of “not sure if I want to laugh or cry, just happy its over” moment when she said “Ok, now try to stand up for me” when it was time to cool down. She wasn’t kidding when she said levels 1&2 would be easy compared to 3&4. I expect to be at level 3 for a LOOOONG time. I did like the cardio better than level 2, but I’m doubtful I’ll be able to lift my arms tomorrow.
week 2 has been a challenge but in a good way. I feel it and I see it and I am still working hard at perfecting those crow pushups. have to since my 9 year old punches them out like they\’re the easiest thing ever.
http://adventuresinjuggling.wordpress.com/2011/04/15/the-ugly-the-bad-and-finally-the-good/
bring on week 3!
I SUCK at Level 2. I did it for 4 days, then switched back to level one for a few days, now back to level 2, and I just feel like I can’t get through it without tons of pausing, because the cardio is just really hard for me. I guess the answer is trying to push through it, but I DO NOT LIKE. And of course I’m scared of level 3…
I, like many others, like Level 3 more than Level 2. I’m not really sure it’s easier – even the modified moves are too hard and I have to modify them more – but it’s less evil. LOL
well that’s encouraging. A bunch of my staff at work have been just trying out 30 day shred and their misery reminds me of how much stronger I am now than the first time I tried any of this! So maybe I’ll try level three….