That's what I kept repeating to myself as the DVD was loading! Today was my first experience with the Shred! I've heard about this workout for some time now as one of my Facebook friends is a loyal "shredder." Plus, after the new year, I saw a ton of "shredding" support groups pop up all over my favorite blogs.
I bought the DVD about two weeks ago and just would rather be lazy instead of actually opening it up and working out. But today, randomly, I told myself I was going to shred while Miss Thang napped. And I did!
About to half-ass it, I thought I'd forgo putting my tennis shoes on and opt out on using weights. Then I heard the old saying in my head..."When a task is once begun, never leave it 'till it's done. Be the labor, great or small, do it well or not at all" and I got both my shoes and the weights.
The warm up was nice and gentle. Then came the jumping jacks and a mental note: wear sports bra next time. I wimped out and totally did "girl" push-ups. My hands just cannot take that kind of pressure - serious joint pain from the medication I take. The jump roping and butt-kicks - in fact, all the cardio - practically killed me. I did enjoy the weight training and even the ab work!
A confession: I watched the clock on the DVD player the entire time. And, I did half-ass some of the moves. It was my first time, cut me some slack!
Getting ready to get my "Shred" on!
Don't you love our dog snoozing in the background?
I didn't hate the workout and I'm certain I'll do it again tomorrow. And best of all, Jillian doesn't yell at you!
