When I thought about running my first 5k ever in 2010 I actually thought about it for weeks before telling yall. Same with my half marathon. Maybe it's my way of procrastinating or stalling because once I put it out there it's on like donkey kong biatch.
Case in Point:
Talking about starting The Shred again. I bought mine at Target for like $9.99.
I love this workout because it is fast and effective.
If you have 30 minutes a day (I don't, I have 2 kids! but I FIND time) then you can do this workout.
It's hard guys. I'm not going to tell you it's an easy 30 minute workout, it's not.
BUT.IT.WORKS.
Here are my results from the first time I did The Shred this time last year:
I lost 6 lbs., a total of 7 inches, and went from a size 8/10 to a size 6/8.
I was VERY pleased with the results I got.
In conjunction with doing The Shred, I was eating very little carbs and adding in running as well (definitely not as much running as I do currently, though).
So these are my goals for this round of The Shred:
-Lose 10 lbs.
-A total loss of 10 inches overall.
-Tone up.
-Drop a pant size. (Get into my size 8 jeans.)
That's it. Totally doable.
I will continue to count my calories daily (I eat 1,200 a day), and keep on track with my half marathon training as well.
I was initially going to wait until I got to around 145 lbs. to start The Shred up again, but I figured Why wait? I'm totally capable of doing it right now. Just suck it up and do it you skank.
What? You don't call yourself a skank when your talking to.. uh... your...self?
I digress.
So I totally already took before pictures.
And let me just preface a few things before I show them to you.
1. I am three and a half months postpartum. So cut me some slack.
2. Why do you like to look at half naked pictures of other people? Because you realize YOU don't look that bad and it makes you feel better about yourself? Because you are WAAAY too modest to post pictures like that of yourself on the internet? Touche.
But let me say this- I am not ashamed of my body.
It has housed two beautiful children and has endured significant weight gain and weight loss.
So, while you may snicker or be appalled that I am showing you all this so quickly after giving birth, know that I am not ashamed. I am, indeed, a work in progress, but not shameful.
Ain't no shame in my game.
Hell, I posted pictures of myself in a bikini, why would I be embarrassed about this?
I'm not.
3. Please don't be hateful. It takes a lot of courage to do what I do here and put myself out there for the whole world to read about. Be respectful.
Okay, now that that's out of the way, feast your eyeballs:
Starting Stats
Weight: 157 lbs.
Waist: 32.5"
Hips: 42"
Bust: 38.5"
Arm: 10.5"
Thigh: 20.5"
I did day 1 (Level 1) of The Shred last night and I.AM.SORE.
But it's ooohhh soooo gooood.
I am able to make it through the entire workout without breaks (something I wasn't able to do the first time I did The Shred), so I know I'm off to a better start this round!
29 days to go!
Are YOU up for a Shred challenge?
PS: The Ruffles With Love giveaway ends today. Go enter if you haven't yet. I'll be choosing a winner tomorrow morning and posting another giveaway then, too, so be sure to check back bitches! You don't want to miss it!
71 comments:
I how Jillian is good to you! :) Did the shred just the other day. Good luck.
you look amazing! good luck - i know you'll lose the inches and weight you want. will be thinking of you :)
I've been pondering for a few weeks now on if I want to give Jillian a go again...I've been strictly running lately but I can tell a difference without having much strength training mixed in there. So I suppose I'll be starting the Shred again soon...and I suppose I'll suck it up and be a big girl and take pics of myself, too, to track my progress! As much as I hate that boot camp Nazi, Jillian can definitely kick my ass into shape quicker than anyone else. Guess we'll see how it goes! Can't wait to see your progress!
I need to do the shred again. Ugh. It IS hard but it works.
My weight loss challenge at my Gym started today.....At the gym at 5am this morning for my morning work out and I am also going to join you on the 30 day shred! I have tried it before but never stuck with it the entire 30 days. THIS time is going to be different. I have a goal to get down to 140. I have 40 lbs to get there!! Thanks for being such a great motivator!!
Okay, I'm officially accepting your challenge. I've been running a ton as well, training for a marathon in July...postpartum 6 months with 2nd baby girl. I'll take my before pics and measurements tonight when I get home and hop on the Jillian "train from hell" 30 day challenge. Good luck girl- but you don't need it! (And you know it!)
Own it!
-fellow shredder!
I found your blog a few weeks ago through pinterest. I want to thank you because you've inspired me beyond anything I ever thought I'd be able to do. I'm so impressed with how you look 3 months post baby. I'm almost 18 months post baby & don't look half as good as you! You're an amazing person to do it and to share! Thank you!!!!! p.s. I want to do the shred, too - but I'm struggling with back pain and have been told by my chiropractor to wait until i'm stronger for something that intense. but when I can, I will!
I'll do the shred along with you... I'm sure I can find it downstairs and dust it off. :)
BTW, you have the smallest little legs I've ever seen! I don't know where the 157;bs is dispersing to, but it's not your legs, lady!
I love to hate Jillian! I have many of her tapes and although they are hard, I love the burn! I call her the devil and cuss at her sometimes but I really love her for helping me lose weight and tone up! So good luck :)
I have decided to get back on the shred wagon too! As crazy as it sounds-I want to be sore! That means I did something, ha!
I am super jealous of your legs! You look great!
You look great! You continue to be my inspiration!!! :)
There should be absolutely no shame in your game whatsoever! You look fanfreakingtastic. Seriously, so many women would love to be only 157lbs 3 months postpartum. And might I add, after TWO kids that's an even harder fete.
I have a love/hate relationship with Jillian as well, she is the damn devil but she hurts so good!
I think you look GREAT!! You get it Momma!
I think I'll dust of the shred tape as well. You are an inspiration to a lot of people and I know I for one am very thank you!
I love how honest you are!
PS. I call myself a skank all the time when talking to myself!
You just inspired me, dammit. Now I have to bust out my dvd and have a half hour hell session during naptime. I HATE JILLIAN, but you're right, it totally works! You'll be back in no time!
I'm 7 months post partum and a fatty! I'm doing it. I've looked into the 30 day shred and I can do 30 minutes. I can. I'm not sleeping as it is so I may as well get up 30 minutes earlier and start now! I'm picking up my copy tonight!!! I'm doing my measurements and posting it on my site - shecantshutup.com - :)
Best of luck Brandi! The shred is pretty awesome!
You rock! Our stats are very very similar and we are doing the same stuff at the same time so this is awesome!
oh man i need to get back on board with this. i was doing so good... halfway through level 2 and then i got a chest cold that stayed for a week. now that i'm feeling better it's time to suck it up and start again!
I started the Shred 3 weeks ago & let me tell you the first week was sore city! My legs hurt so bad that even trying to sit on the toilet hurt!
you are such an inspiration! a coworker and I have been doing 30 day shred for almost 2 after school, but I haven't done it on the weekends! guess that defeats the purpose...ha. Guess I'm going to have to kick it up a notch.
I started the Shred last night for my first time. Whoa! It's hard, but totally doable...I can for sure find 30 minutes a day...somewhere :) I even got up this morning and got day 2 out of the say...woo hoo! Good luck with your progress! You are a totally inspiration!!
Today starts the shred (again) for me too! Jillian and I have a love hate relationship..lol I really didnt stick to it before but this time is different! cant wait to follow your journey!
hi there, I just started reading your blog a couple weeks ago. You are so inspiring and FUNNY! Thank you for sharing your struggles and successes! I have a quick question about the shred. Do you do it 30 consecutive days or do you alternate? I always alternated and never worked out on the weekends.
I would totally love to day I'll do this with you, but making a 30 day committment scares me!!Ha!
Your before pictures are amazing! Seriously. You don't need any slack cut! You look awesome! Now you'll get it all toned up!!!
You rock!
I just order the dvd from Amazon. Can't wait to start! Thank you for the inspiration!
I can't wait to "Shred" again...after seeing your last results, and anticipating your upcoming results, I know exactly what I'll be doing after baby #2 is birthed in May. :)
good luck!! I love reading your blogs, I found you on pinterest and have been reading everyday ever since!! you have totally given me motivation to continue my weightless! after having my sweet baby boy 9 months ago I have lost 52 pounds and have about 40 more to go!! I have been doing INSANITY for the past four weeks and believe me it's INSANE!! I may try Jillian michaels after I finish this! keep it up! :-)
You ROCK!!!! Such an inspiration. I look forward to your posts every damn day!!! :)
I just started following your blog and am so inspired! I am 8mo postpartum with baby #1 and am finding it is SO HARD to get this weight off and find time to workout like I did before. I think I will start the SHRED, too! :)
You look amazing...1 million times better than me!
Kirsten
You look wonderful! I went out to Wal-Mart and bought it last night! I'm starting two a days The Shred in the morning and c25k in the evening....all glory goes to you!You have totally motivated me and I've told everybody about ya :) I need to take some post pictures and measurements. I did my day 1 of The Shred and it kicked my behind! I'll be honest, didn't make it all the way through it. The last circuit had to watch :( Will do again tomorrow...thanks again for motivation!!!
I can't understand why anyone WOULD say mean things to you when you post pictures like that. A) you look GREAT for having a tiny behbeh [and, honestly, I know plenty of ppl who would kill for your figure ROWR] B) you're totally doing weight loss the right way - with exercise and healthy eating and C) You're on inspiring skank.
xoxo
You look great and anyone who says different can suck it! Just send them my way and I will punch them in the face for you!
If you don't use the myfitnesspal app, you should. It is an awesome way to keep track of your exercise and diet. It is also a great support system because you can add people, see each other's progress and comment. Feel free to add me if you want :) My username is happy2bamy
I did the Shred and Ripped in 30 last year and went from about 145-150 to 136 just in time for my wedding. I loved how good I felt about myself!!
This summer, I gained A LOT while my husband was in a coma/hospital/therapy {up to 165!!!!}. So, this post has inspired me to get my DVDs back out and get to it. I hope I can get my old self back!
Thanks for the inspiration and you look AMAZING to have had 2 babies!
Looks like I'm going to start the Shred Challenge...I've had it and figure what better time then now to start it instead of having it sit on my nightstand staring at me everyday...lol! Good Luck!
By the way you look amazing! I'm still trying to get my body back after 5 pregnancies (All beautufil Girls) :) in my 4'10" body.
Um, you look AWESOME! Seriously.
Just discovered your blog a couple weeks ago and am loving your honesty and encouragement!
I did have a question if you happen to see this and would like to answer :)
You mentioned here that you'll be keeping to your 1200 calories. I know that is the minimum recommended intake.
Then you take away what you burn from the Shred and running. So you burn, what, a few hundred calories more?
Does that not take you below 1200 and is possibly dangerous? Or is the 1200 minimum solely regarding food and exercise doses not impact it?
Thanks!
Jordan
Jordan- great question.
I have never claimed to be a fitness expert of any kind, I just do what I know my body responds to best.
I also don't "eat" my calories burned, since that is what I am trying to get away from in the first place- rewarding myself with food.
So, for ME, personally, I stick to 1,200 calories a day. No matter if I burn 200 calories working out or 600.
It's just what works best for me.
For my body to actively lose weight I have to workout (A LOT) and eat very well.
It's very difficult for me to lose weight and this is just what I have found that works for me.
Hope that helps.
I love it! Good luck on your new goals. You'll do great! I like Jiilian but have never tried anything of hers. P.S. You look fabulous for just having a baby! P.P.S. When is yor Half? I clocked on the link and notives you are using Hal Higdon for training. I used the novice one last year (tweaked it a bit) and love it! And beleive me, I had never run a day before in my life!
You are amazing. I absolutely love your blog. You are hilarious, honest, and have given me so much inspiration! I just bought the shred and can't wait to start.
You're so brave! I'm doing a boot camp at my local gym and doing Billy Blanks with some ladies at work and although I've seen changes and want to blog about my progres, I haven't taken before photos. Maybe it's the fear of actually seeing myself at my current weight. Ugh. But you and a few other bloggers are so inspirational! I need your guts (the ballsy kind, not the kind we all want to get rid of!) :-)
I just bought the 30 Day Shred a few days ago. I barely made it through the first workout and was so sore. My 11 year old son did the work out the next day on Level 1, because he's a runner but it's too cold now for it. He wants to keep in shape for baseball season and track next year. He did the entire workout while talking all the way through..."Mom, why on earth does she thing this is hard???" I was like, "Yeah, you obviously do not need to do this..." :)
From one Skank to another.... I am terrified. I have two boys and found your blog the other day on pintrest. This morning, from your blog, I motivated my fat ass to get on the scale after a very long time. I might as well be 4 months prego again. So I wrote my weight in lipstick on my mirrored closet doors (360dgrees of awesome) and left the date for next weeks weight in.
As I sat at work beating myself up I ate about 10 cookies and then me and my food baby logged it to write to you.
Your very brave and I wish I had your courage and self esteem to know that I am worth the workouts and lack of ice cream.... but I'm not there yet. Do you ever have down days?
and no I didn't spell check:)
I think you look great already.
I have done the shred, I lost a little bit of weight but not much. I didn't do all the levels though, because I have chronic pain, and it's amazing enough being able to do any of it. I still use it occasionally (and other exercises when i don't) but I've become bored with it. It's the same every time.
I always start the shred but never complete it, my girl friend swears by it but for some reason I always stop after a few days I think I will set a goal to start it in March seeing as my birthday is the 2nd of April and see what kind of birthday outfit I can treat myself with for completing it!! And girl I wish I looked like you three months after having my kid!!
That is awesome. I just wanted to say thank you so much for all of your inspiration. I read your post yesterday and it actully inspired me and two of my coworkers to go out and buy the 30DS DVD. We all started last night so we are definitely up for the challenge! I am with you on the soreness. lol Had to pause a few times during the routine but getting ready to attempt Day 2 and am going to push through tonight. Can't wait to see the results. I did take my before pics and measurements but not sure I will ever be brave enough to post them like you. Keep up the great work and keep inspiring all of us out here.
Girl! You rock!
Thanks for the inspiration!
xo
I just started it last week - only 2 days a week right now, for I'm in training for my 2nd 1/2. I didn't think to take pics or measurements - ack!
You look amazing and not for 3 months pp...truly looking great! I love the sense of accomplishment that half marathon training and completion gives you! I ran NOLA RnR half last year and will be doing it next year also....twins knocked a dent in any plans for this year. It's flat and fun...highly recommend it. Good luck.
Its 6am and I'm still groggy from the 4 hours sleep last night, but I have impulsively ordered The Shred on Amazon while reason your post. I too weigh 159 today, but I'm an inch taller and almost 10 yrs postpartum. (It's okay, you an laugh!) I have no excuse. Thanks for the kick in the butt motivation!!
First of all, I just want to say that I am in love with your blog!! I am struggling with weight loss as well and have been going to the gym every morning since January. I have lost 13 pounds but it is getting more and more difficult to lose. After reading about your journey, I have decided to do the Shred as well. I am going to go buy it today! Thanks so much for the inspiration..you are AWESOME!!
If you are a skank - then I am a super skank. I knew I wanted to start it again. Last night, in fact, and I hadn't even read your post. Anyway, despite knowing the results, I chickened out and put on a Yoga video. Subcontiously not want to work as hard. I am 6 months postpartum baby #3 with no time on the clock, weighing in at a buck fiddy three. So, cheers; here's to vocalizing the goal. I will begrudgingly start today to be down 7 pounds in 30 days. (Not running at the same time...yet another reason why I am a super skank and you are awesome.)
Just found your blog and I love it! My baby is now 2 months old and I'm dying to get rid of this muffin top. Would love to lose 10 pounds as well so I've committed doing the 30 day shred and got in my first day this morning. I just have a couple questions for u about how u did it last time. Do u take any rest days for the 30 days? How long do u do each level? I loved the results u got from last time u did it and am hoping I can have the same success!
I'm right there with you!!! I'm halfway through week one and thought i'd up my intensity and my weights today... HA!!! By the end I thought I was going to puke up my whole weeks worth of meals!!! Burns so good!!!
oh congrats to you!! very inspiring!! I love the shred.,,short and effective!
good for you!!
I am your newest follower..pls follow back if you can.
you have inspired me. i am also postpartum with baby #2. (except 6 and a half months) i am 198 and wanting to be 155. i am 5'10''. i really really want to do what you are doing! i love reading this. you are so awesome!! i have the 30 days shred already, so i'll be doing that right along with you! you can totally post what you are eating too :) and i'll just copy you!!
thanks for your inspiration..seriously!
I gotta tell ya, I had my baby 8 months ago and am now ready to drop the pounds!! You really motivated me and I will be heading to Target today to get the shred and start it in the morning. I am tired of not fitting in my clothes and feeling comfortable in my body! I think I will blog about it as well so I stay on track and am held accountable! Thank you and I will be following you for motivation :)
Go, girly, go! I just got serious at the beginning of the year and I'm in that Biggest Loser contest at work. I've been running (worked up from the c25k to running 4-5 miles) and I just started adding the Shred in to tone up.
I've lost 16.5 lbs in 6 wks and I'm WINNING the contest! Just 5.5lbs left to lose to get back to pre-baby weight! That's pre-all3kiddos-weight!
You are hilarious. Ok so my 3rd baby turns 1 on March 3rd and still have 15 lbs to lose. I am FULL of excuses but after reading your blog, I SHREDded today for the first time in ages! Felt good. I'm on board for the 30 day Shred!
Saw your post and decided to whip out the shred myself. Here's to this month! Already sore!
Oh the Shred...it really is the best workout ever! I should probably start doing it again too! I always see result so quickly when I do it! The trick is to stick with it-I don't think I've ever completed the 30 days!
I am starting the shred on monday, I already took before pictures too. And don't you worry you look great. I wish I was 157! But I will be there one day, I am sure of that. Thanks for writing this blog you are totally motivating me. Best of luck on your shredding.
Oh my God, I totally LOVE that you called yourself a skank! LOL
You look great!! You are totally motivating me to get my postpartum self going!
I started the shred last night and it kicked me butt!
You have a lot less to lose than I do! Your current weight is my goal weight! You've inspired me to start the Shred! Did my current stats and day one! One day down 29 more to go! Can't wait to follow along with you!
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I'm half way thru the shred and I have lost inches and my body feels diffrent! I'm on week 7 of the C5k! Thanks for the motivation..you rock and look awesome!!
I own the Shred workout and never have done it. After seeing you post that you are going to do it again I decided it is time to dust it off and give it a try. I must admit I am a little nervous, but even if I make it half way through each day, it is more than I am doing now. I will let you know how I come out in the end as well. Thanks for the inspiration.
Thanks for your response to my previous comment :) Good to know what works for you!
You are a beautiful woman! I also do The Shred and have had awesome results. I am about to start it back it up for sure though :)
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