Day 9

Plyometrics - wow, what a workout. It's frustrating that this time, I was able to do LESS than the first time I did this workout a week ago. I hope it was just a fluke and I'm able to kick it into high gear for the rest of the week. I just need to keep a positive attitude - and keep at it! No quitting for this girl!

Starting week 2

I started week 2 today. I wanted to do more reps and see some progress today, but that wasn't the case. I feel weaker than when I first started. I'm thinking it's most likely because my muscles are fatigued...but it sure is discouraging. I'm not going to let that stop me though. Hopefully tomorrow will be better. So far, since I'm not in good enough shape to follow the videos to a t, I'd say this program is what you make of it. If I push myself to my limit, I will see much better results at the end of this 90 day experience, and that is my goal! I plan on working as hard as my body allows, and the hard work better pay off! :)

Day 6

I just finished Kenpo...not bad at all, even kind of fun! Not that it was easy for me though. Now I have to decide if I want to be done for the week or do the stretching video tomorrow. Hmmm...we'll see. Either way, congrats to me, I've finished week 1!

Day 5

I'm getting really original with the title of my posts! Day 5 was a good one - I feel like I'm getting more flexible, which is a good thing since I've always been super stiff. The first workout for me was good as well, but I am still really struggling with the pull-ups. Hopefully they'll get easier (or I'll be able to do more than 2 or 3) as I get farther along in the program. However, Ab Ripper X kicked my butt yet again! I am so weak/fatigued and sore, that I did less this time than previously. Grrr! Bob seriously hates P90X cuz it's kicking his butt, too. He seems determined to stick with it, so yay for him! Until tomorrow...stay classy Saratoga Springs (ok, ok, I promise that's the last time I steal that line from Anchorman).

Day 4 (Day 2 for Bob)

I'm glad today was yoga...not that it was easy by any means, but it was a bit of a break from the super strenuous workouts. The first half of the video was quite difficult for me, but the last half was relaxing. Both Bob and I are SORE! Hopefully all the stretching involved with yoga will help loosen me out. Until tomorrow, stay classy, Saratoga Springs!

Day 3

Good news - Bob started his workouts today...yay! It pretty much kicked his butt. It's bonafide proof that we need to get in shape. Day 3 for me was a mixed bag for me - shoulders and arms weren't too difficult, but yet again, Ab Ripper was tough. I look forward to the day where it's a good, intense workout but I'm actually able to complete all the reps and keep up with the videos.

Day 2

Day 2:
Plyometrics is a tough workout! But...I DID IT! As far as the nutrition plan goes...I'm trying! I don't know how in the world I am going to eat 50% of my calories from protein, but I'm trying to make it work. On the brighter side, I did only eat about 1400 calories, and burned about 2300, so that's a pretty good deficit. It seems like I'm on the right track to getting back into shape. Day 3...bring it!

Done for the day

Oh boy, the first workout kicked my butt! I could barely do most of the exercises. I didn't realize I was this out of shape...but all the more reason to stick with it!

Let's get it started...

I'm FINALLY getting around to starting P90x. I have everything I need...pull up bar, weights, videos, nutrition guide, etc. So far today I have taken pictures, measurements and done the fit test. I'm going to list my stats and pics, so if anyone is reading, no making fun!

Measurements
Body Fat: 22.10%
Weight: 133 lbs
Chest: 37"
Waist: 30"
Tummy (across belly button): 33"
Hips: 36.5"
Right Thigh: 21.5"
Left Thigh: 21.5"
Right Arm: 11.5"
Left Arm: 11.25"

Beginning Photos






Fit Test:

Resting Heart Rate: 65 bpm
Pull ups: 2
Vertical leap: 11"
Push ups: 15
Toe touch: -5"
Wall squat: 2:03
Bicep curls: 15 reps with 10 lb weights
In and outs: 32
Heart rate maximizer: 154 bpm
After 1 minute rest: 124 bpm
After 2 minutes rest: 90 bpm
After 3 minutes rest: 80 bpm

I'll be following the Level 1 nutrition plan, so I'll be eating no more than 1800 calories a day. The fit test wore me out...lol! But, I'll be starting the first day's exercise routine later tonight.

As for Bob, he hasn't fully completed the fit test. I'll post his stats once he finishes. Here are his before pics:





So, as you can see, I have a mid-section that is in dire need of attention. Enough of this flabbiness...let's get it started!