Well, today is the day! I finished the 30 Day Shred! Yes!!
Now for some final results:
Inches off tummy: 2 inches!
Inches off thighs: almost 2 inches – off each!
How do I feel?
Awesome!
How do my clothes fit?
Terrible! And, that’s awesome! 
None of my jeans fit correctly anymore. I had to ransack my wardrobe and found some capris (do people still wear capris?) that fit, and even they are a little too big. I love having an excuse to buy new clothes, and I think I timed this perfectly with the new season. Yay!
So, what about weight-loss? I had a net-loss of 2 lbs, which isn’t the “20 lbs. in a month!” they tout. However, I already did the weight-loss program I wanted to do. This was separate for me. I wasn’t using this as a weight-loss tool. I am more focused on toning and building muscle. I am happy with my weight. I wouldn’t be opposed to losing a few more pounds, but my goal was toning. That being said, watching the scales raise during the transition from fat to muscle was frustrating, but it’s gone back down to where it was…and it’s still going down…so I’m happy with that!
So, a big question I toyed with was whether or not I should post pictures. I am thrilled with my results, but if you were to see these photos out of context, you’d be like, “and she wants to wear a two-piece swimsuit eventually, why?”
I mean, the truth is, I’m sensitive. I’m not ashamed of my body, but I prefer to keep it covered. My clothes hide a lot of indiscretions.
Plus, I’m shy.
Okay, those of you who know me in real life can stop laughing right now.
Seriously. There is no photographic evidence of my skinny-dipping days, and that snorting you’re doing from laughing so hard is so unbecoming.
But, because we’re all naked under our clothes, and I want to show the progress I’ve made, I decided to post pics, but you can only get to them from here: Click on this link if you want to see my progress.
You’ve been warned. I will not be held responsible for nightmares or visual impairment problems that result from viewing these photos.
And, be kind.
Please.
I am a delicate flower.
I’ll wait here while you click over to check them out.
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Please don’t hurt yourself.
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…Okay, are you back?
Quite a change, huh? Those are not photoshopped in any way, as you can see by the sunburn I got yesterday!!
I’m not signing up to model any swimsuits, but I can’t stress enough how impressed I am with the 30 Day Shred. And, anyone who has done it or is in the middle of it will tell you that the 30 Day Shred is just part of the story. I made the effort to do it every day. I summoned my Inner Yoda. I’m going to try not to hurt myself patting myself on the back. 
So, what’s next? I’m going to keep on going! I am starting the 30 Day Shred over! I can’t wait to see if I can keep up with Natalie all through Level 1 now. I haven’t decided if I’ll do a couple days at each level, or if I will just mix it up a bit, but I will definitely keep doing this, and my goal is to do 20-minutes a day.
After all, tomorrow is Day 31 of the 30 Day Shred…
And, I can’t wait to post some new “after” photos when the time comes.
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I think the results are great! I would be in the same boat if I chose to do it. I could stand to lose 10 pounds but all in the toning arena. My jeans are a 6 but I am a flabby 6 so TONING I need!!!
Whoa — instead of “visual impairment” I mistakenly read it as “visual impalement.”
And I clicked over to see that amazing Before pic. You are too clever!
Nice sunburn, btw.
yay! congrats to you! I’m on day 18 and level 2…still to afraid to start level 3. Anyway, I went back to level 1 for a day trying to get Da Husband to do it with me. I was amazed by how easy it had become for me. You’ll totally be able to keep up with Natalie.
good for you! you’ve definitely given me the motivation to keep on it! i’m more than halfway there!
wow! I’m so impressed! And you can definitely tell the difference it made in your pics. You look fabulous!
Fantastic…you’ve done a great job!
You look grate! (get it–shred?)
Keep up the good work championing headless models everywhere!
Congratulations, my dear!
You look amazing, you can totally see a difference!
Btw, WOW, your belly was amazing with Claire! Makes me definitely want to stick with it….
Congratulations on your progress. What good results you had! I know it has to be encouraging, and just think of all the extra energy you’ll have now with which to keep up with the young ones. I know I need it!
Momma, I am so proud of you. You look fantastic! Yes people still wear capris, well I do anyway. I love your pregers photo! Oh you should never feel sensitive about your body, you have a very nice one! Daddy is very lucky! Hehe! I think you could wear a two piece swim suit now! Your one piece is looking a little baggy!
You look FABULOUS. I am on day 3 of the Shred but I am doing it to lose the baby weight. Pre-baby I was a size 6/8 and after I am a 14/16. I have actually gained weight since giving birth and this is the first diet/exercise routine I’ve stuck to for more than a day. You are an inspiration. The fact that you were EVER a size 20 is incredible. You have nothing to be embarrassed about. I wish I looked as amazing as you! Keep up the good work!
Terra: Thanks!!
Lori: Thanks! You know you’re in Colorado when you get get a sunburn one day from a coat-less-cuz-it’s-in-the-70s picnic in the park and be snowed in the next day by a blizzard.
Kelly: Thanks! Don’t be afraid of Level 3. Okay, never mind. Be afraid of Level 3. Ha!
Michelle: Thanks, and good luck to you, too!
Thanks, Liz!!
Bill, Thanks!!
Beck, ha! Headless models. LOL!
Thank you, Amber!!
Kind of a big change, huh, Alynda! Hang in there!!
Amanda, thanks!!
Jess, you crack me up!
Elita, keep up the good work! I know it’s hard at first to stick with it! Thanks!!
You’ve totally inspired me! I am currently on level 2 of the Shred. Sometimes I question my sanity… but seeing your results and hearing the positive impact it made on you is real encouragement. Thanks!
Thanks April! I hope it goes well for you!!
I love your shred diary. I am on day 7, and I enjoy reading your interpretation each day after I finish my workout. I’ve peeked ahead and saw the one about where your daughter imitates Jillian. That’s adorable!! …just wanted to say thanks for your blog! I really enjoy it and am so inspired by your success!
Thanks, Jonellbell! Good luck!
I am just starting the shred, on day 2 and my legs hurt. It’s not a dance workout – pushups, jumping jacks and jump roping -things we did in grade school –and yet soo effective. i don’t know how to do this every day but I will!
Good luck, Lynne!!
Hi
just wanted to say your were an inspiration, I am in the UK so not sure what dress sizes compare like? I have finished the shred and started 6 week 6 pack but found it a bit challenging so went back to level 3 of the shred for a while!