Day 54...Core Synergistics

Today was quite the challenge because of all the yard work I had to do. Ripping out the remaining vines around our pool, mowing the lawn, and carrying 12 lawn bags full of heavy yard refuse for pickup tomorrow was really draining. So after all of that I had to do Core Syn. again.

I don't know about you but I have a real tough time with this workout. The Prison Cell Push ups, Plank/Chaturanga Run, and Lunge/Kickback/Curl/Press combo are some of the harder exercises and I struggle through them every time. I was chugging water throughout and even had to hit the pause button a few times to catch my breath. I think it had something to do with the warmer weather and lack of ventilation in my workout room. Whatever the reason may be the workout is still a good one but I'm glad that I only have to do it 6 times in the entire program......I'm glad I didn't pick the lean program! 

Today's Meals

Breakfast: Cheese Scrambler with turkey bacon and juice. Coffee black

Snack: No snack. Ran out of food but I did go shopping later

Lunch: 2 PB&J sandwiches

Snack: Accelerade

Dinner: Grilled Sirloin burger with lettuce and tomato. Corn on the cob and a pickle. Bottle of Miller Light. I love summer!

Tomorrow is Yoga X again and then it's time for the final Phase!! This is going to be an exciting June! Later!

Day 53...X Stretch

One of the few times I've done X Stretch during this P90X and it was worth it. It is nice to perform the stretches without having to do any hard exercises after. Very relaxed and very needed if you're feeling sore or you just need a rest day. I highly recommend X Stretch during the first week of a new phase because that's when your body is generally feeling the most soreness. 

Monday's Meals

Breakfast: Cereal with skim milk

Snack: Granola bar with yogurt

Lunch: Leftover spaghetti

Snack: Didn't have one...I was running out of food

Dinner: Italian sub

Day 50...Yoga X

Another day of Yoga today and the start of my second recovery week. The Half Moons are the only part of the Vinyasa sequence that I can't complete without stepping out of the move. However I held Crane for 20 seconds...a new best! And I was actually able to perform wheel for a few seconds. Of all the P90X workouts I find that Yoga X is the most rewarding. After a terrible day of work I used to come home and have some beers (Unhealthy I know). Now I can lock myself into the room for an hour and a half with Yoga and come out feeling calm and relaxed. 

Today's Meals

Breakfast: Wheat Bagel with peanut butter and apple juice. Coffee black

Snack: 2 pieces of string cheese

Lunch: 2 PB&J sandwiches with skim milk

Dinner: Chicken and peas

After a 3 week break I have Core Synergistics tomorrow. My goal is to conquer the Plank/Chaturanga Run and ISO Plank/Chaturanga since they gave me the most problems last time. Later!

Day 22...Yoga X

Hello! It is an absolutely beautiful day outside...the first time this year I was able to wear shorts comfortably and do some yard work. Unfortunately I also had to clean the gutters which is gross. Nonetheless, our yard looks nice again and I received my first sunburn of the year...yayy! 

Today I started my recovery week with Yoga X and I really felt good after this session. No major hiccups during the Warriors and I even grit my teeth through most of the Right Angle Poses...but the Half Moons, twisting half moons, and crane still elude my abilities. Those moves are the hardest in the entire workout so once I am able to do those cleanly, I will pat myself on the back and tell you guys how happy I will be...but that won't be any time soon. With Yoga it's about small improvements.....an inch further on a stretch, 5 seconds longer on a hold, breathing through the fire pain in my quads, ATTEMPTING the Crane, etc. It will be a great day when I can complete Yoga X cleanly...just like it will be a great day to complete all 340 reps of Ab Ripper. 

Today's Meals

Breakfast: Cheese Scrambler with turkey bacon, juice, coffee black.

Snack: Protein Shake (Whey, Skim Milk, Berries)

Lunch: Lean Sirloin Burger on the grill!!!! Awesome! It was on a wheat bun with low fat cheese, ketchup, mustard, and served with peas. I haven't had a burger since before I started the nutrition plan so this was delicious!

Snack: Accelerade

Dinner: Tuna or Turkey sandwich...I haven't decided yet.

So tomorrow is Core Synergistics and I'm ready to Superman Banana like there's no tomorrow! It's exciting to do a new workout and I will keep you posted. Later!