Facts: I’ve completed 49 days of the P90X program in 57 days. I’m almost 2/3 of the way towards my goal. Through a bad cold, flu, lots of travel and other commitments, I feel that this is a great accomplishment. I’m now going into the 8th week focusing on core and cardio (recovery week).
I’m a bit tired, not physically, but mentally. Given my DNA and my goals, I know that I’ll finish strong. There a many encouraging thoughts about finishing this great program and making it an active life-style choice:
- The effort in working-out helps develop a stronger will to eating healthier. You are not going to throw out a brutally awesome plyometric workout to go and pig out with a movie-size Twix bar?!? There is no question that you become more conscious about your overall health: sleeping, eating, seeking low-stress, etc.
- Working out in the morning gives you a boost that helps you be more productive and active throughout the day.
- You’ll improve in some areas faster and grow stronger than others. This is just simple genetics. My hip flexors still scream when doing Ab Ripper X. “Balance moves are not my thing.” I believe that this is somewhat related to age. I see doubling my pull-up strength and endurance but don’t ask for a single one arm push-up.
- Most people do not understand the effort and commitment needed to stick to this program. I know it’s in your mind all the time. While you can talk for an hour about your newly discovered activity, others simple don’t care. Give it up and keep it to yourself. Enjoy the results, your girl will be either jealous or glad to be with you. Pick up a sports and play to win!
At day 20, I could not have imagine that anyone would want to repeat this workout ever again. I have a different view of this today. We are creatures of habit and adapt easily. After a while, we get used to anything. P90X may be all about muscle confusion, but not so in avoiding instilling the habit and discipline to reach your physical and endurance potential.
I’m pleased with the results in building a good foundation. Summer is just a few months away and my focus will shift soon to skill and mental training. I need to work and improve many other facets of my beach game.
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