Yet another CLX question - well okay a couple of them

[Ffte]

Hi All,
I just took a look at a promo for CLX. It looks like it uses a lot of compound moves. I've never been a fan of compound moves, but I'm not a fan of kale either, but I know it's good for me.

I'm thinking the compound moves would be good for my core, which really needs help.

Any thoughts? I know some people don't look at it as being challenging after STS, but I think shaking it up and doing something different might be good while I wait for STS Cardio.

Also, is CLX a 90 day program? How many days a week are her workouts? Is it easy to schedule in or really strict on what is done on what days?

The other thing is I am also eying up Shaun T's Insanity.... decisions, decisions....

Thanks for your input...

 

[morningstar]

I've posted my reasons for not liking CLX before, and one of the biggest is its use of compound moves; specifically, its compound moves often pair two exercises with vastly different weight requirements- like a deadlift with a reverse fly. I find that it is ineffective and potentially dangerous.

 

[Ffte]

Thanks for you input. I have now talked myself off the ledge. I do think compound moves can be okay if you're careful about not going too heavy. Going lighter on deadlifts can allow you to focus on your form when you do. I would never want to use compound moves all the time.

However after thinking about working out to Chalean 5 or 6 days a week for many weeks on end I changed my mind (based on my experience with TJ). I can take her in small doses, but I find her personally a bit too "Hollywood" or maybe "cool kid" for my personal taste over the long haul.