Week 2

OK So I had to work out late like 11 pm late. And because week 1-3 are repeats I will post beginning and end week.

I did a little better but not by much. I did fail complete fail on Some sets and that was good!

day 6

Kenpo X. Today I really didn't want to work out. I barely made it through work but when I got home I tried to relax, played with my kids. Had dinner then I popped in the DVD and went at it. I hate the fact I have limited to no strength in my leg because it makes doing what I need to do and giving 100 + % almost impossible.

Either way, I rocked it out. My range of motion is getting better and I feel like the strength is improving. I know it is going to take some time and I need to just let nature take its course with rebuilding my leg muscle and strength. Doctor says it takes about 1 month to add 1 inch back to your leg muscle. So I figure busting Kenpo X and the other leg crushers will help that process.

Kenpo Review, sorry about that. So the routines are fairly straight forward but complex in the movement of leg, hip and arm. People say it is too easy, I say they are doing it wrong. You need to move with Tony and the group.

If you are getting through this without breaking a sweat then you are not moving your hips. It is a fun and fast paced workout. Take note of the method and movements, read the book first get the basic moves down. Watch the first few minutes of each section to get the routine down.

Day 5

As previously mentioned in other posts I am recovering from reconstructive knee surgery and the muscles in my leg are weak to borderline nonexistent. As fate would have it today was leg and back day, and man it was killer. The workouts are good and I looked forward all weak to it because legs have been my favorite for some time but the lack of muscle makes the workout incredibly difficult.

The good news is Tony continues to remind you that if you have knee issues, injuries or just can't do it remember form and quality not QUANTITY. I love his positive attitude and today I needed that push, that motivation. I was tired, stressed and just not in the mood to workout. My leg was killing me and I felt like I was wasting my time since these exercises are for people in better condition. Then I remembered there was a guy with a prosthetic leg doing the routines on DVD #2  so I have no room for complaining.

The leg and back routines are insane, they are simple in concept but when you are tired and running on fumes the workouts are tough and just amazing. You really do have to give it your all and then some more. I find myself forgetting to count and I miss writing down the success and failures of the reps at times. So remember to do that.

All in all it was a great day, plus I can see changes all ready. Nothing drastic but my flexibility in my leg (post surgery) is increasing, I think Yoga helped that. I am less stressed and I have well, lets just say there are other areas I am improving in. My favorite area of improvement is playing with my daughter. I can pick her up and have fun with her again. So thanks Tony and thanks BeachBody.com!

Easter

Happy Easter to all that may follow me. Remember that today is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. Jesus is my saviour and I hope yours as well.

Anyway around this holiday and all others there is temptation and lots of food. Remember it's OK to indulge but do not over do it. The idea is to balance life and your diet.

So don't eat all the jelly beans or Half the ham, if you have any of that. Just take a little bit of each. You'll avoid that overly full feeling and you will over come temptation of over indulgence. 

Day 4

Yoga today. It was fun and the first time I ever attempted yoga. I feel energetic afterwards and during it was relaxing.

Now it wasn't easy by any means, So if you're a beginner like I was take your time and remember form is everything.

Day 3

Shoulders biceps and triceps.  Hard freaking routine!  I had to drop my weight load three times. 

it was nuts, I did stuff I thought was easy but I need to check my ego.

I like it because you're constantly moving and working. It's crazy and Tony reminds you form and control are everything. 

After three days every part of my body is sore. The food ideas on the nutrition guide are great and I can't think of anything else right now.

Day 1

So I have read tons of reviews and we have all seen the infomercials. I promise that I am in no way compensated for my thoughts here. I truthfully thought it was just a way for people who didn't want to go to the gym to workout. And well, after day 1 I can admit that is a bunch of noise!

I will get more in depth on that later; first the what's in the box. You really get all they promise! I received for the easy payment plan (3 payments) the dvd's totaling 12, nutrition guide (with recipes), and the how to book. OK! I want to stop right here for a minute, remember this part, a HOW TO BOOK! Moving on... I also received a lot of "offers" and fillers from their partners such as supplements. 

More jargon before I get the workouts. When you order you get tossed all kinds of free offers, read the fine print you must call to cancel. I didn't partake of any of the offers because I didn't want to call in to cancel. But if you want to it is good to purchase because you can help maximize your results. However I will say that you can get the same supplements at half the price else where.

So my previous point, the HOW TO BOOK! I read in several of the negative interviews about P90X that the workouts just jump right in to it with no warning or how to perform the workout section. BULL CRAP! The book tells you how to do the workouts. The problem is either those people either didn't read it all, because it is in the back, or they pirated the DVD's via torrents and even still on the DVD's he, Tony, tells you how to do them and to take your time form is everything.

Enough already tell me! I had reconstructive knee surgery 4 months ago and I am done with not exercising so I started the program. I used to workout on my own and I had good results but after hearing a P90X grad who had similar injuries mention how this replaced his therapy.

Ok so day 1 was brutal, I kept form and found my "X" point. I knew where my no passing point was, I didn't heed the warnings Tony put forth. DO NOT LET YOUR EGO DO THE WORKOUT.

When you do the chest and back workout, especially with a weak knee, know your limits and focus on form! "Quality not quantity" - Tony Horton. Day 1 is all about pushups, pullups and a few weight exercises. After it follows with AB Ripper X, if you purchase it. I think it comes standard right now "free" with purchase (VIA promo). I did take a before Picture and no I wont post it until After the 90 days.

In all day 1 was nuts! I am stoked for day 2. Read the book and remember rest and nutrition are key to success in this, aside from being committed to it.

So i moved

I moved from tumblr back to blogger. Check out the challenge of p90x I'm on.