P90X Week 1

I figured well I have this blog, I don't usually post anything interesting, not sure if anyone reads it, but hell might as well try to make a post or two about my P90X experience. Most blogs out there or articles people read are most likely from someone who is doing it that was already in shape. I figured hell i am not in shape maybe people could read this and be like damn if this guy can do it maybe I can to. Also I can let people know what it's like going through the workouts and any tips or pointers I have. I think my pointers are probably more helpful than someone who is in shape and can do all those workouts barely breaking a sweat.I am a week into it and feeling pretty good. Only 12 more weeks to go.

Day 1 Classic workout
Chest and Back, plus Ab Ripper X

While going through it I'm not going to lie I was sore and tired. I tried my best to keep up with those guys, but they are animals. I did as many as i possibly could, met my goals, and know it was a good workout because I could barely lift my arms the next day. The ab ripper x was crazy. I physically could not do anymore about 11 minutes into it. I kept trying but my gut was like no0o0o0o0. Day 1 all in all went well. Better than expected. My tip would be don't be afraid to press the pause button, take a breather when you need it. It takes a while to do it all so give yourself about an hour and 40 minutes.

Day 2 – Plyometrics

This workout was the hardest of them all. This one really pushes you and makes it hurt. If you can get through this one alright then honestly the rest of the week is pretty simple. They are all hard but this one is the ass kicker. My suggestion is to get a towel, and drink plenty of water before and after. Not a lot else to say but just tough it out it's worth it they say.

Day 3 – Shoulders and Arms, Ab Ripper X

I enjoyed this workout a lot. I think it's mainly because after plyometrics it seemed a lot easier, well until you get to ab ripper X. Even though it was my second time it was still hard as hell. Not sure if it was slight fatigue from the day before, or if it is just simply that i am that far out of shape. I gutted through it and all in all a good day.

Day 4 – Yoga X

I will never make fun of anyone that does Yoga again. I did not enjoy myself, i am not flexible and not sure if I will ever be flexible. It was a great workout and I didn't know what to expect because I've never done, or really heard or cared about yoga. Great workout and didn't have to do ab-ripper X. I came into Yoga X thinking it was going to be really easy and next week day 4 I will not.

Day 5 – Legs and Back, Ab Ripper X

This one definitely got the legs and back going. I enjoyed this one a lot. Again not sure if it was because it followed the Yoga or what but it went by pretty fast and I was able to keep up with the P90Xer's in all of the drills. I surpassed almost every goal I had for every set. Very pleased after this workout.

Day 6 – Kenpo X

I had no idea what to expect going into this one. Didn't know what kenpo meant. I think it mean's fun. I think this could have been my favorite workout so far. It is alot of kicking and punching. I was starting to feel like Daniel LaRusso. I did notice pretty quickly I was not very flexible again. Hopefully this experience will help with that, if not I am fine with not being flexible. Also not sure if it was from the beer the night before or the workout itself but this one got me sweating the most i think. That and plyometrics. Make sure to get a towel for this one, and stretch. This one has me tight today.

Day 7 – Rest or X Stretch

I am going to try to do the X stretch today instead of the rest because I could use it. Not sure what it is really if it's all stretching or if there is some working out as well. It will test me more tonight doing it because Madden 11 comes out and I will be picking up my copy.


Any questions contact me or leave a comment. I would love to give pointers or get pointers.