Rest.
Today was a day of recovery for me. Reflecting back on my first week of p90x, I am grateful to not be crippled with migraines any longer (knock on wood). I don't feel skinner or stronger, but I am sleeping better at night and feel less sluggish than a week ago. I know that the 2nd week will be difficult, but I'm somewhat excited to tackle the workouts, now that I know what I'm getting myself into.
Until tomorrow...
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Day 6
Kenpo X.
I didn't do this today because I'm in a cabin in the middle of nowhere. However, I chose to go on a one-hour bike ride and a one-hour walk afterwards. My legs were still sore from my running/swimming workout the day before. I continued to be pretty disciplined with my eating - grilled chicken breast, salad, lots of carrots, turkey sandwich, fruit, veggie omelette, tons of water. I did indulge in a UV blue & Mountain Dew beverage at night, which was my big splurge of the day.
I continue to be sore in my legs and abs. The tightness in my chest and arms is starting to dissipate, which is a relief. I haven't realized any noticeable changes in my body, but I feel good about my increased activity level and balanced eating (smaller portions, more water, fewer carbs, better choices). It's been difficult to make these changes - I have been a reckless eater for a long time.
I didn't do this today because I'm in a cabin in the middle of nowhere. However, I chose to go on a one-hour bike ride and a one-hour walk afterwards. My legs were still sore from my running/swimming workout the day before. I continued to be pretty disciplined with my eating - grilled chicken breast, salad, lots of carrots, turkey sandwich, fruit, veggie omelette, tons of water. I did indulge in a UV blue & Mountain Dew beverage at night, which was my big splurge of the day.
I continue to be sore in my legs and abs. The tightness in my chest and arms is starting to dissipate, which is a relief. I haven't realized any noticeable changes in my body, but I feel good about my increased activity level and balanced eating (smaller portions, more water, fewer carbs, better choices). It's been difficult to make these changes - I have been a reckless eater for a long time.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Day 5
Legs & Back.
(ish)
Today was supposed to be the Legs & Back workout, but I was out of town and couldn't bring the weights with me. So, instead, I did a hilly 30 minute run with the dog and swam for a while. My legs felt strong while running, but my breathing was a tad labored. It did feel nice to run after over a month off. I hope that once p90x is done that I'm able to get back into running without hurting my knees.
My eating was alright. I avoided soda and beer, which was difficult, considering it's VACATION.
(ish)
Today was supposed to be the Legs & Back workout, but I was out of town and couldn't bring the weights with me. So, instead, I did a hilly 30 minute run with the dog and swam for a while. My legs felt strong while running, but my breathing was a tad labored. It did feel nice to run after over a month off. I hope that once p90x is done that I'm able to get back into running without hurting my knees.
My eating was alright. I avoided soda and beer, which was difficult, considering it's VACATION.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Day 4
Yoga.
This was a hard workout because of balance issues (and my flimsy, cheap yoga mat). My workout partner got really dizzy during the first 25 minutes, so I did the last hour on my own. I tried all of the moves / positions, even if they weren't pretty. My attempt at a Crane was laughable. I'm clearly out of shape, but it was nice to complete a workout for the 2nd straight day.
That said, I continued to be extremely sore throughout the day. All body parts hurt. I also had my first big "diet fail" at night. We went to Texas Roadhouse as a family (the kids scored free kids meals at school). I ate only peanuts at first, ordered the chicken breast with plain mashed potatoes, steamed brocoli and carrots, and water. But the rolls were soooo tempting! As I waited for the food, I ended up plowing through about four or five rolls. They were delicious...and I felt like crap the rest of the night.
Lesson learned, I hope.
I have a family reunion this weekend, which means it will be tricky to get the workouts in. Hopefully I do!
This was a hard workout because of balance issues (and my flimsy, cheap yoga mat). My workout partner got really dizzy during the first 25 minutes, so I did the last hour on my own. I tried all of the moves / positions, even if they weren't pretty. My attempt at a Crane was laughable. I'm clearly out of shape, but it was nice to complete a workout for the 2nd straight day.
That said, I continued to be extremely sore throughout the day. All body parts hurt. I also had my first big "diet fail" at night. We went to Texas Roadhouse as a family (the kids scored free kids meals at school). I ate only peanuts at first, ordered the chicken breast with plain mashed potatoes, steamed brocoli and carrots, and water. But the rolls were soooo tempting! As I waited for the food, I ended up plowing through about four or five rolls. They were delicious...and I felt like crap the rest of the night.
Lesson learned, I hope.
I have a family reunion this weekend, which means it will be tricky to get the workouts in. Hopefully I do!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Day 3
Shoulders & Arms.
I slept in this morning after staying up later than I had hoped. (It turns out the the 200mg of caffeine found in 3 Excedrin migraine tablets will keep a person up for a while.) My training partner wasn't able to join me, so I did the workout in my basement. My chest is still tight and my legs are incredibly sore. I'm really appreciating the 10 minutes of warm-up and stretching that we do before the workouts - something I never used to take the time to do. Totally worth it.
Today I chose to "check the ego" and go with lighter weights. Most of the exercises I did with 15# dumbbells. I've never had big arms or shoulders, compared to my legs and chest, so I didn't want to overdo it for a third straight day. I felt a modicum of achievement today -- I made it through the entire workout (including the three bonus elements) and didn't feel the need to puke. I drank a liter of water during the workout and focused a lot on breathing...which seemed to help immensely.
However, this is not to be confused with "feeling great" during the workout. My arms are completely shot and I still dealt with a dull, nagging headache throughout the day. I took another mid-afternoon nap, just to pace myself for a long work day. My legs ache. I'm more irritable than usual (which is saying something).
Still, I'm just glad I don't feel as awful as I did 48 hours ago. 3 days down, 87 to go.
I slept in this morning after staying up later than I had hoped. (It turns out the the 200mg of caffeine found in 3 Excedrin migraine tablets will keep a person up for a while.) My training partner wasn't able to join me, so I did the workout in my basement. My chest is still tight and my legs are incredibly sore. I'm really appreciating the 10 minutes of warm-up and stretching that we do before the workouts - something I never used to take the time to do. Totally worth it.
Today I chose to "check the ego" and go with lighter weights. Most of the exercises I did with 15# dumbbells. I've never had big arms or shoulders, compared to my legs and chest, so I didn't want to overdo it for a third straight day. I felt a modicum of achievement today -- I made it through the entire workout (including the three bonus elements) and didn't feel the need to puke. I drank a liter of water during the workout and focused a lot on breathing...which seemed to help immensely.
However, this is not to be confused with "feeling great" during the workout. My arms are completely shot and I still dealt with a dull, nagging headache throughout the day. I took another mid-afternoon nap, just to pace myself for a long work day. My legs ache. I'm more irritable than usual (which is saying something).
Still, I'm just glad I don't feel as awful as I did 48 hours ago. 3 days down, 87 to go.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Day 2
Plyometrics.
I woke up this morning outrageously sore in the shoulders and chest...and not all that enthused with going back for another day. I remembered a water bottle this time, which helped me from getting the spins as much. I still had a 4-5 minute stretch toward the middle where I had to sit down for fear of puking. I rallied a bit, even though I wasn't jumping/exploding as much as I was shifting/shuffling.
I was still pretty tired throughout the day, even catching a late-afternoon nap. My protein and water intake was way up. I made it a second full day without soda, which might be a personal record for me. All in all, it was a much better day, even if I still felt like crap.
I woke up this morning outrageously sore in the shoulders and chest...and not all that enthused with going back for another day. I remembered a water bottle this time, which helped me from getting the spins as much. I still had a 4-5 minute stretch toward the middle where I had to sit down for fear of puking. I rallied a bit, even though I wasn't jumping/exploding as much as I was shifting/shuffling.
I was still pretty tired throughout the day, even catching a late-afternoon nap. My protein and water intake was way up. I made it a second full day without soda, which might be a personal record for me. All in all, it was a much better day, even if I still felt like crap.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Day 1
I want to vomit...I want to die...I want to vomit...I want to die.
These were the thoughts scrolling through my mind during the last few minutes of my first p90x workout.
It was a discouraging beginning to what I hope will be an invigorating fitness experience.
My workout partner did significantly better than me today. I'd like to think that, in part, this is because of his past experiences with the Kosama program. It could also be that I suck this much.
I felt like my body was in shock throughout most of the day. After the 6:30 workout, I came home and fell back asleep. I woke up with a pounding headache, ate some breakfast (eggs, turkey sausage, yogurt, water) and went to work. I was completely off my game the entire day. On my way to an afternoon appointment I had to stop the car, crank up the a/c, and close my eyes for an hour -- the headache and nausea was too overwhelming.
A Cliff bar, an apple, a few sips of low-cal Gatorade, and 1,500 mg of migraine medication helped me start to feel a little more human...but I was worthless for the rest of the night.
Hopefully I don't feel this awful tomorrow.
These were the thoughts scrolling through my mind during the last few minutes of my first p90x workout.
It was a discouraging beginning to what I hope will be an invigorating fitness experience.
My workout partner did significantly better than me today. I'd like to think that, in part, this is because of his past experiences with the Kosama program. It could also be that I suck this much.
I felt like my body was in shock throughout most of the day. After the 6:30 workout, I came home and fell back asleep. I woke up with a pounding headache, ate some breakfast (eggs, turkey sausage, yogurt, water) and went to work. I was completely off my game the entire day. On my way to an afternoon appointment I had to stop the car, crank up the a/c, and close my eyes for an hour -- the headache and nausea was too overwhelming.
A Cliff bar, an apple, a few sips of low-cal Gatorade, and 1,500 mg of migraine medication helped me start to feel a little more human...but I was worthless for the rest of the night.
Hopefully I don't feel this awful tomorrow.
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