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OK, this is my first blog post. I love to read other peoples blogs. In fact I am an avid blog follower. However, I do not see myself as a blogger. For one my spelling is horrid and for two I do not think I have much to say that is interesting. I have had a few friends ask me to blog about my 30 day shred and I thought, "Well, if I can commit to working out for 30 days maybe I can write a blog". I do not promise that I will post every day but I will keep it updated regularly.

I have been doing the Jillian Michaels 30 Day shred for 7 out of the past 8 days. For those of you who do not know who she is (don't feel bad I did not either) she is a mean trainer on the Biggest Loser. I myself have not watched the Biggest Loser other then a minute here or there, but I was recommended this DVD by a friend of a friend. I was looking to jump start my weight lose and this seemed to fit the bill. Something I could do for 30 days and see a real result. The exercise plan has 3 workouts with increased intensity. You do each one for 10 days and move up to the next level. I promptly ordered it from Amazon.com and then just as promptly enlisted my good friend Lori to do it with me so I would have someone other then myself to be accountable to.

The first day was a week ago last Monday. The workout is only 20 mins. (well, that is a lie Jillian it is 27 mins with the warm up and cool down). I can honestly tell you I thought I was going to die after the first workout. Jillian promised me that if I was diligent that by workout 5,6 or 7 I would have much more endurance. She was right, I now can do the work out and not feel like my heart is going to pop out of my chest. It is still a very tough workout and I am extremely challenged each day. Yesterday while working out I got a charlie horse in my right calf and it is still hurting today. I will be sure to pay special attention while warming up today on that part of my body.

One thing seems to be leading to another. Today's plan is to go for a walk after the work out. Lori and I also are looking at maybe doing a charity bike ride this Saturday. It is only 8 miles, but I am intimidated. Which tells me that perhaps this is a place of growth for me and I should take up this challenge. I must get a helmet before Sat. as it is a requirement. More on that later.