X'ers Check In 12/4 MONDAY!

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Good Monday to Fox2, Jeanette & Tracy... plus all who lurk/jump in!

PMS insomnia so here I am bright & early getting a jump on the day.

Todays P90Plan:
Legs & Back + adding on KickMax leg Drills
Abs: Subbing in Ab Hits Crunches & Planks 20 minutes
Cardio Add On of SJP HiLo 20 minutes

Fox2: its the home stretch for you this week- Recovery is right around the corner! I noticed some good strength gains in week 3- excited to hear your progress.

Tracy: Happy Phase 2 day! Its a goodie on for you today... I have DOMS everywhere today from first 4 days of this phase... I may have to take some Ibupropin to get me thru todays plan.

Jeanette: Happy first day of P90X!!!!!! Oh I so hope you love it as much as I did. I was literally in tears when I was done on day 1 because I just felt so powerful and in charge of my body for the first time in a very long time. Please report as soon as you can!
As far as adding in CC. Absolutely add it in! If you are doing your CC Intervals by adding "hill" work then you could certainly add it to legs day (I add in some kind of cardio/lower on that day too) OR if you do your interval as speed work just throw it on as a cardio addon any day you feel up to it. You'll know right away how your body responds to P90... Week 1 I felt strong, Wk 2 I got really fatigued so lowered my cardio add ons, Wk 3 I felt strong again.
This week I'm REALLY SORE but I'm not fatigued so I'm cranking out add on cardios but will cease that if I need to.
I guess I look at this rotation for me as a primary goal to build muscle (to get my metabolism up). So I base my add on plan of the day on that goal. If I can "bring it" everyday to the P90 Plan AND feel like I've got something left I'll do it but if not I reserve my energy & strength for the plan. Just decide on your primary goal and do what is best for that. You'll be just fine!

Have a wonderful morning!
 
Good Morning all "X-ers"!

Today was PlyoX... I only did 30 minutes but burned 187 calories according to my HRM. Didn't want to stress my knee out too much. I love this workout! no nonsense, no tricky choreography, just do it!

Traci: I am in awe that you can add more on to your daily "X".. ! You should do the Doubles next!

Jeanette: Happy Day 1! Make sure you let us know how it goes

Tracy: I'm right behind you, after next week I will be in Phase 2

Have an "X" cellent day!
 
Hi,
First workout, Phase 1. Chest & Back, lots of pushups and pullups. I subbed the pullups with the Bowflex lat pull downs. Think that will work just fine as my Bowflex is not far from the TV so I just let it run while I go use the Bowflex. The exercise I have to watch my knee on is the divebombers. I felt something kind of give in my left knees, almost like a very faint dislocation, no pain. But I made sure on the 2nd round that I kept it a little bent and did'nt put much weight on it. Ab Ripper was tough, tough. I only did the 25 mason twists, not 50 like they did! If this doesn't get me stronger, nothing will. I did enjoy it, but need to factor in the length of this workout with AbRipperX added on as I'm running a little shorter on time, plus with meals.

I'm looking forward (gulp) to PlyoX tomorrow.

Fox2star, I'll wear my HRM tomorrow, but it doesn't work consistently in front of the TV (Polar M32) so I'm not sure how it'll do. By the way, what is your name or should I just call you Fox2star?

Traci, wow, adding on to these workouts. Maybe I'll get there sometime too. I just had a recovery drink of a whey protein I bought at Walmart, mixed it with FF milk. It was good. I'll just have to keep monitoring the diet as to how I feel too. I hate feeling blah from eating too much, shouldn't feel like that. I like hunger really. Then I feel like I'm burning something.

Must go and get in the shower. Have a nice massage after work tonite.

Jeanette


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Good Morning!!

Hope you don't mind me joining in your checkin.

Recovery week is over. This morning was Chest, Shoulders and Triceps. Traci, you were right this one is a killer. Honestly, some of the moves I just can't do yet, i.e. clap in the middle pushups. I'm still on my knees for most of the pushups but feeling stronger.

Since I'm doing the Doubles rotation, I have CardioX on tap for tonite. Haven't done this one yet. I'll probably sub in some cardio coach on most of my evening cardio. I know they recommend doing your cardio in the morning when doing doubles but I just could not do those weight workouts at nite. Don't have the energy for it. I can usually bang out a 30-40 minute cardio though even if I'm tired.

Traci - I also sub some Cathe abs for Ab Ripper just because I like some variety.

Fox2Star - I love PlyoX. I'll be doing that one tomorrow.

Jeanette - I hope you enjoy P90X as much as I am.

Buffy
 
Hi Everyone,

I will be joining you also. I will be doing KenpoX today, was suppose to do this on Saturday, but with the 13" of snow we received on Friday and going to see A Christmas Carol yesterday, my week got all out of wack. I usually work out after work. So far I'm absolutely loving these workouts. I am using tubing for the back work, I don't have a bar. Even after this first week I feel stronger, and I thank Cathe for getting me to the level where these workouts are doable. I felt really good about being able to do some of the push-ups on my toes. :D I am also in the 12-15 rep area.

Laurie
 
Hi Buffy! glad you found us...
The clap in push ups... I saw Amy Bento do a modified version of this that I am using... (I'm also concerned about my wrists snapping for some reason..lol)
Anyway... Get your step - no risers- get on knee push up position with hands on step (under shoulders) and do a plyo type move... push off real hard (you cna clap if so desired) and do them more as plyo moves. If that makes any sense at all!

LOL on phase 2 OUCHES! I swear I cannot move my body today I am sore all over!
 
Hi Laurie! LOVE KenpoX!! It is my favorite KB because without all the jumping around I can really work my arms to exhaustion w/ KN Gloves.
What week are you on? Are you doing EXACTLY as outlined or do you add on , sub ???
Welcome again- look forward to getting to know you.
 
Hi Ladies!

Status: 3-4 weeks Pre P90X.

Goals: Learn as much from you as possible and finish Fat Burning Blitz

Workouts: 1-2 Cardio/day, no established rotation, just what I sense my body may need.

Nutrition: Weight Watcher's Core Program

Today's Workout:
AM- 2 mile outdoor, rolling hills, in wet snow w/ husband and dog.
PM- Drill Max cardio scrambled eggs.

Anybody doing Lean?

X
(I was "X" long before this thread)
 
Traci, I will be starting Week 2 tomorrow. I'm not planning on adding on or subbing at this point. So far these workouts seem to be just what my body needs. :D

Oh, and I am doing the Classic Rotation.

Laurie
 
LOL X! Glad you came on in!
I'm doing classic but with added cardio so I guess thats similar to Lean Rotation. In Lean he has you do cardio in PM and I would never be able to do that as I shut off about 4pm every day!
Something to chew on (no calories tho)... I was looking at my WT Loss the first 2 weeks of P90X.... it was steady at about 3/4# per week... I was only doing Tonys cardio and not that much at all.... Since I added in more intense cardio I have been stalled in wt loss. I'm not going to change anything just yet however because 1: I am pmsing so I am retaining some bloat and 2: Since I am able to lift a bit heavier than usual my muscles may be holding on to water & lactic acid. I will just have to see. If the stall continues I will drop all other cardio and just do P90X stuff as the lean rotation prompts for. I'll sure miss my Cathe but I also want this program to work so I kick the new year off at goal weight. Will keep you posted.
 
Hello everyone!

No, Traci, I didn't get mixed up :) I just can't stand it any longer and decided that today is the day I start P90X!!! The baby has used the box as a stepping stool for long enough - time to actually use the contents! I plan to follow the Classic rotation.

I managed to find something called a "Power Gym" at Walmart yesterday. It's a multi-use bar that fits in your door area and lets you do chin ups and pull ups.

I want to follow the nutrition plan, but probably will just do the portion version. I did eat one of their breakfasts today, and I'm quite full. I haven't eaten a breakfast like that in ages. And yes, I'm very worried I'll get fat with this program, especially since I've spent the last 4 years working within Weight Watcher's Points. But I'm trying to put my faith in the program creators. Can I sue if I gain 5 lbs in the first month? :p

I'm using the Power Bar Harvest Bars in lieu of the P90X protein bars (similar protein, carb and fiber content).

Does anyone know what to use in lieu of the Recovery Drink? I know they tell you on their website to substitute a beverage that's 4-parts something and something. (Juice? Water? I can't remember. I also don't want to pay for the website subscription).

I'm going to have to go shopping today and pick up some protein powder and plain, non-fat yogurt for making smoothies.

I'm very excited about doing this. I had DH take some before photos this morning (they more closely resemble mug shots LOL). Not pretty. I've taken my measurements. I have no way to measure body fat, but I'll just have to let my eyes and clothes be the judge of that.

Did anyone do the pre-test? I didn't. I read all the minimum requirements and know from my Cathe workouts that I can easily meet the criteria, except maybe the pull up. I haven't tried one of those since elementary school.

Traci - You're kicking good butt today, as usual! Ouchie on the KM Leg drills!

Fox2 - that's a great calorie burn for only 30 minutes!

Jeannette - Great to see another DAY ONE person!

Buffy - <BIG WAVE> I'm finally here!

Laurie - I also think Cathe is the reason I'm here today! I couldn't have passed the minimum requirements without all her training.

X - You're in the "watch and learn" phase, huh? Very smart! I've been watching Traci and Buffy power their way through for a while now. It's great motivation.

Is it time for the baby's nap yet? Can I go do my workout now? Can I? Can I?

Have a great day!
Sandra
 
Thanks for the tip on the clap pushups, Traci. Are you able to do those pike pushups or one handed ones? Any tips?

Buffy
 
Buffy: Re: "Are you able to do those pike pushups or one handed ones? Any tips?"
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Does that answer your question???? lolololololol Not even 1!
 
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I am cracking up to see you !!!! HOORAY YOU GO FOR IT!!!!!!

Is the Power Gym like Door Gym??? I asked for Door Gym for xmas...

So many options out there for protein... I think Whey Protein is the one for muscle building vs Soy.... Just read labels for your "Hot Buttons"... my body freaks out w/ too much sugar so thats 1 ingredient I just have to watch... I also like the versions that are lower carb. FYI.... If you get a chocolate one its a FABULOUS PM or "hormonal craving" snack w/ peanut butter!

Hope cutie pie is napping and you are X'ing it! or as we say around here... BRING IT!

And YES! We do indeed get to sue Tony (or at least yell at him) if we gain fat... not if you gain muscle weight mama!

So excited you are here!!!! YIPPEE:7
 
I am in week 2 of Phase I ......again! I got through Phase 2 earlier this year, and I got off track. I am trying again... Already strong and wanting to be stronger!! My "Pre P90x Pics are right on, so I am not retaking those.

I am doing the Classic Rotation, with some Lean add ons of cardio when my body feels up to it. Today I did a mish mosh of Shoulders/Arms and Chest/Back, as I was traveling this weekend and did not have my equipment to do my Saturday Chest/Back w/out completely (just my own version of pushups/pullbacks with green cathe band) I did do plyo x yesterday...love this one! Here is what I did today to get my Full upper body burn.....

All exercises down to exhaustion!

Reg push/ups
Wide Hand Pulldowns w/cable row 90 lbs
Alt. Shoul press 20 lbs
Bicep curls 20lbs
Tricep kickbacks 12 lbs

Military pushups
Underhand pulldowns w/90 lbs
Deep Swimmers Press 20lbs
Full supination bicep curls 20lbs
Tricep dips

Wide hand pushups
Close grip pulldowns 90lbs
Upright rows 20lbs
Bicep static hold for 60 secs w/18 lbs (subbed for crouching cohen)
Tricep overhead press 30 lbs (subbed for flipgrip triceps)

Diamond pushups (on knees!!!)
Heavy pants 25 lbs
Seated Shoulder Flies 12 lbs
Bicep Static Curls 20 lbs
Lying tricep ext. 15 lbs

Chest press pyramid 25lb/30lb/35lb/30lb/25lb
Lawnmowers 25 lbs
Straight arm in/out shoulders 12 lbs
Congdon curls 20 lbs
Side tri rise

I really enjoyed this w/out! I do like the w/outs better as/is, but to sub, it was fine. Tomorrow is Yogax and I have trouble doing this one as is. I get bored! Focus,focus. Maybe my own music will help?

I do w/out with my own music to most of P90x, I don't have any "yoga music", just rock to get me pumped.

Fox2star - Love Plyox and 30 minutes is perfect! Did you just cut it short, or do each xercise 1 time through, instead of 2?

Netta - congrats on starting! You will love Plyox, one of my favs.

Buffy - wow! Doing doubles!

Traci - sounds like you are really bringin it with your add/ons!

Laurie - Love Kenpo X! I wish we had some snow!

X - Love the name!

Sandra - Hope that Baby gets snoozing soon! I remember those days!

To anyone that follows .....Eat clean and BRING IT!!
 
Hi janet!
WOW you lift heavier than I do! I am so excited when I can get a few reps out of my 15's.... 10-12's are my poundage right now to hit 12-15 reps... well at least in round 1!
I cannot imagine trying to do X and traveling etc... I was VERY lucky as my first recovery week fell over Tgiving when I was out of town... That is another aspect of Tony that I adore... no equipment cardio...ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
BTW: I'm with ya 100% on Yoga of any kind! A real mental block but I'm learning to work thru it.
 
Traci,

Glad to be checking in with you! 15 lbs is great! I started out with much less wt, and have built up over the year. I found I had to really push myself and go for it. You'd be suprised at what you can do.... safely of course!! I have the platemates in 2/12 and 5 lb increments to gradually increase my wts. I bought mine at fwonline if you are interested.

Traveling with the x is great w/cardio, just not to bring along wts. I also had a quiet house with many sleeping, and I just could not get into it on Sat. w/out my loud tunes and lack of equip. My Chest/Back w/out was 15 min maybe...didnt even feel a burn. I definitely need a burn to know I'm "bringin it". I did do my ab ripper first on Sat completely...yeah!! I find if I wait until after wts, I end up with ab skipper. I need my ab ripper!!

I am off to buy some music for Yoga at Borders. Otherwise it is torture for 90 min of yoga, and I know it shouldn't be. We ALL need the yoga. I really need to improve my flexibility. I'll let you know tomorrow if that helps to make it through Yogax with my own tunes!
 
Hey Gang,

Back again to report on my first workout: Chest & Back. Hmmmm. I think I'll be feeling this tomorrow in all the right places. I'm just not sure how to evaluate how well I Brought It. I attempted pull/chin ups for the first time since elementary school, and I have no idea if I did them right. I had one foot on the stool the entire time, and was really trying hard not to cheat. I found that if I used my foot to help myself get up there, I could take it off focus on lowering myself in a controlled manner. It's the getting up there that I've got to figure out. I just don't want to be wasting my time - and end up with a strong thigh LOL! Does what I did sound like what you're supposed to be doing when you use your foot to modify the pull up? Maybe I'll peer in on the chin-up checkin for some tips.

So, when Tony sets a time limit for each exercise, are you supposed to aim for working the entire time, even if you have to modify? For example, I could do about 30 seconds of straight leg pushups, whereupon I either needed to stop, or go down to my knees. Going down to my knees enabled me to go the entire minute. So, stop or modify?

As for Ab Ripper X, I think I need to practice that one a few times to really get it. I found I could either do the full 25 reps easily enough, with the exception of about 3 exercises, which I found nearly impossible. Right now my core doesn't feel as worked as from a Cathe CoreMax or BG segment, but that might be because my form wasn't the greatest, the first time through.

It all takes practice and adjustment. Patience, patience, patience....(anyone got extra?).

Today I didn't feel justified in taking in the extra calories from the bar and recovery drink, but I ate them anyway. I'm really trying not to stress about the increased calories and significantly lower cardio output.

Tomorrow is PlyoX, I believe. That one will feel like a solid cardio, I should imagine? I need my endorphin rush!

Cheers,
Sandra
 
Alright, Sandra, we finally got you!!! Re: the pushups, good for you being able to do them on your toes. I would say go the entire time if you can but drop down to your knees. That's what a lot of the ladies in P90X do and Tony says its a good thing.

Traci LOL, no pike or one handed pushups for me either. I modify and do my best (forget the rest).

Janet - Yeah, I'm trying doubles. We'll see how long I last.
;-)

After doing chest, shoulders and tris this morning, I'm hurting. Yikes, my chest is on fire. Tonite I did CardioX and added in some treadmill work. I probably won't do this one too much. Not intense enough. I'd rather get on the treadmill with my cardio coach or do some Cathe cardio.

Buffy
 
"Fox2star - Love Plyox and 30 minutes is perfect! Did you just cut it short, or do each xercise 1 time through, instead of 2?"


I cut it short and did all the moves for the firt 30 minutes. Just wanted to keep some strain off my knee that has been bothering me since starting the X.. I hope it gets better because I do not want to have to stop this now that I found something that I am enthusiastic about again!
 
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