Chest Shoulders & Triceps and Ab Ripper this AM. 722 total calories. My arms were shaking for about an hour afterwards! I matched or improved on all my personal bests from the previous two times doing this routine, so I feel really good about that.
I have been doing a lot of thinking about my fitness level and weight and I guess I realized that there is no "get rich/skinny/famous quick" pill. However, P90X is the closest thing to it for me!
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Day 44
Cardio this AM, burned 609 calories. I replaced my first HR monitor because one of the buttons didn't work, so I couldn't calculate the calories burned during my workouts. Of course, my HR monitor doesn't allow for a weight input, so while I will use that number for my records, I think I burned more than that. At least I think that is a valid assumption: someone who weighs more will burn more calories doing the same exercise as someone who weighs less.
Great news: My P90X blog seems to have brought in some new converts! Three friends of mine are starting P90X, maybe a little bit based on my success so far. I think P90X is one of those things that people have heard of, but since it is advertised on TV, they are reluctant to try it until they hear of the success of someone they know. If that is a side-effect of this blog, then I am very happy!
One caveat for people just starting P90X: While the program can achieve amazing results, I would hesitate in trying to short-circuit the system to speed up your weight-loss. I probably have the most fat to lose out of anyone I know and I am sticking with the P90X program. Doing more P90X workouts than the schedule, especially when you are just starting, is more likely to cause you injury than it will increase your weight loss. And when you are injured, you won't be doing any workouts! Trust the plan and please take this advice.
Remember: You didn't gain all that weight or get so far out of shape in 90 days, so don't expect to lose all the weight in 90 days. The results will shock you (in a good way), just be patient.
P90X isn't just 90 days, it's just the first 90 days. Make exercise and proper nutrition your way of living and pretty soon the number of days and what you eat will become less of a constant concern, since they are simply how you live.
Have a great day everyone and Keep Pressing Play!
Great news: My P90X blog seems to have brought in some new converts! Three friends of mine are starting P90X, maybe a little bit based on my success so far. I think P90X is one of those things that people have heard of, but since it is advertised on TV, they are reluctant to try it until they hear of the success of someone they know. If that is a side-effect of this blog, then I am very happy!
One caveat for people just starting P90X: While the program can achieve amazing results, I would hesitate in trying to short-circuit the system to speed up your weight-loss. I probably have the most fat to lose out of anyone I know and I am sticking with the P90X program. Doing more P90X workouts than the schedule, especially when you are just starting, is more likely to cause you injury than it will increase your weight loss. And when you are injured, you won't be doing any workouts! Trust the plan and please take this advice.
Remember: You didn't gain all that weight or get so far out of shape in 90 days, so don't expect to lose all the weight in 90 days. The results will shock you (in a good way), just be patient.
P90X isn't just 90 days, it's just the first 90 days. Make exercise and proper nutrition your way of living and pretty soon the number of days and what you eat will become less of a constant concern, since they are simply how you live.
Have a great day everyone and Keep Pressing Play!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Day 43
Round 1, Week 7, Day 1. Core Syn today, it seems like I just did this one! The weeks are flying by...
I am going to go back on Phase 1 nutrition, at least for the next two weeks, to see how I feel with it. I feel like I have been overdoing carbs lately and since I have more fat to lose than many people who do P90X, I figure it is worth a try, in my efforts to drop the fat. The difference in exercises for Phase 1 and 2 is minimal, so I don't think my performance should suffer.
The rest day was good, although I didn't get the mental rest from the workout because I was debating about doing the stretch until around supper time. Letting go of daily stress is as much a contributor to health as other components like nutrition, sleep and exercise. I have a tendency to hold onto stress about stuff and some days it is harder than others, running a small business in this economy. Anyway!!! I am sure my body was relieved, but I don't think I will miss the stretch day again (at least for a while) since it feels so good afterwards.
The feeling of satisfaction and endorphins during and after the workout is worth the early rising to me, not to mention the results of weight loss, increased strength and endurance, as well as a lot more energy during the day.
I am going to go back on Phase 1 nutrition, at least for the next two weeks, to see how I feel with it. I feel like I have been overdoing carbs lately and since I have more fat to lose than many people who do P90X, I figure it is worth a try, in my efforts to drop the fat. The difference in exercises for Phase 1 and 2 is minimal, so I don't think my performance should suffer.
The rest day was good, although I didn't get the mental rest from the workout because I was debating about doing the stretch until around supper time. Letting go of daily stress is as much a contributor to health as other components like nutrition, sleep and exercise. I have a tendency to hold onto stress about stuff and some days it is harder than others, running a small business in this economy. Anyway!!! I am sure my body was relieved, but I don't think I will miss the stretch day again (at least for a while) since it feels so good afterwards.
The feeling of satisfaction and endorphins during and after the workout is worth the early rising to me, not to mention the results of weight loss, increased strength and endurance, as well as a lot more energy during the day.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Day 42
Six weeks in, and I have decided to have a Rest day, rather than choose the Stretch option for today. This is the first day in 42 that I have not done a P90X exercise. While Rest is a valid option in the program, it feels weird not to work out. My body is sore and I am tired today, from a combination of the kids sleeping poorly and the extremely high winds last night. Living on the ocean can have its drawbacks, like winter storms. I know, cry me a river. Anyway, I am looking forward to working out tomorrow morning at 6 AM, back on routine!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Day 41
Kenpo this morning. While I enjoy the workout, I am only in the lower end of my zone for pretty much the entire workout, even though I am going as fast or faster as the peeps. How do they get their HR's to 160's as mentioned in the DVD?
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Day 40
Day 40 of Round 1 today - Wow! Time flies... when you are working your butt (and love handles, and gut) off!
Legs & Back today, didn't do the pull ups again for fear of hurting my wrist, but I forwarded throgh them right away and did all the leg exercises with no rest. Feel the burn! Next week I will venture back up on the bar. If that is no good, then I guess it will be bands for me for the time being.
A friend noticed my "guns" yesterday, it is a nice feeling for others to recognize the work I have done so far. Everyone else says they see it in my face, etc., but it was a bit of an ego boost to have my arms mentioned.
I ran a half marathon 5 years ago and have been promising myself another crack at it, since I missed my goal time by 92 seconds. I know, I know, the goal for the first time should simply be to finish it, but I get serious about my goals once I set them and those 92 seconds have been bugging me ever since. P90X is already getting me into better shape than I was when I ran the half, so I expect to do better next time.
I did L&B & ARX today as well. For the first time, I debated whether to do ARX afterwards since my legs felt like jelly during the last part of L&B, but then I kicked myself in the negative attitude and I did it. I had my best ARX ever! Sit-up V-up is still very tough for me, but I did all the reps in the 10 other moves, over 300 reps for the first time ever! I am glad I didn't wimp out on myself.
One last success story: I tried on two pairs of shorts (40") that six weeks ago I could barely put on, and forget about being even close to buttoning them up. This morning, I put them on and buttoned them up! From squeezing into 44" pants to getting into 40" pants in less than 6 weeks! You guys were right: I am really seeing the difference in the second phase. My goal was to comfortably wear size 38 pants, but now I think 36's are possible!
Have a great weekend everyone and KPP!
Legs & Back today, didn't do the pull ups again for fear of hurting my wrist, but I forwarded throgh them right away and did all the leg exercises with no rest. Feel the burn! Next week I will venture back up on the bar. If that is no good, then I guess it will be bands for me for the time being.
A friend noticed my "guns" yesterday, it is a nice feeling for others to recognize the work I have done so far. Everyone else says they see it in my face, etc., but it was a bit of an ego boost to have my arms mentioned.
I ran a half marathon 5 years ago and have been promising myself another crack at it, since I missed my goal time by 92 seconds. I know, I know, the goal for the first time should simply be to finish it, but I get serious about my goals once I set them and those 92 seconds have been bugging me ever since. P90X is already getting me into better shape than I was when I ran the half, so I expect to do better next time.
I did L&B & ARX today as well. For the first time, I debated whether to do ARX afterwards since my legs felt like jelly during the last part of L&B, but then I kicked myself in the negative attitude and I did it. I had my best ARX ever! Sit-up V-up is still very tough for me, but I did all the reps in the 10 other moves, over 300 reps for the first time ever! I am glad I didn't wimp out on myself.
One last success story: I tried on two pairs of shorts (40") that six weeks ago I could barely put on, and forget about being even close to buttoning them up. This morning, I put them on and buttoned them up! From squeezing into 44" pants to getting into 40" pants in less than 6 weeks! You guys were right: I am really seeing the difference in the second phase. My goal was to comfortably wear size 38 pants, but now I think 36's are possible!
Have a great weekend everyone and KPP!
Friday, February 20, 2009
Day 39
Yoga this morning, didn't have a great sleep last night due to high winds outside, so I felt fairly trashed as I worked out. There are up days and down days, but they each only last 24 hours.
Great success: Earlier this week, I gave up my larger belts (42" and 44" - needing the largest loop on the 44" was what prompted me to start P90X) for an older, shorter (40") belt. I was on the first (biggest) notch until this morning; when I did it up, I naturally went to the second notch. Yay! Little breakthroughs like this remind me that the regime is working.
A couple of ideas from the Early Morning X'ers crew: Pre-cook chicken breasts at the start of the week and when you go to work, throw one in a Ziploc bag and eat it later, with some BBQ sauce. Great high protein, low carb snack. Also, for my right wrist, another board member suggested using weight lifting gloves to support my wrist. Sounds like just the ticket for me.
Great success: Earlier this week, I gave up my larger belts (42" and 44" - needing the largest loop on the 44" was what prompted me to start P90X) for an older, shorter (40") belt. I was on the first (biggest) notch until this morning; when I did it up, I naturally went to the second notch. Yay! Little breakthroughs like this remind me that the regime is working.
A couple of ideas from the Early Morning X'ers crew: Pre-cook chicken breasts at the start of the week and when you go to work, throw one in a Ziploc bag and eat it later, with some BBQ sauce. Great high protein, low carb snack. Also, for my right wrist, another board member suggested using weight lifting gloves to support my wrist. Sounds like just the ticket for me.
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