P90x: Motivational Videos to Help You Start Strong and Finish Strong
I started week 2 of P90x by completing chest and back. For those who just started like me, don’t get discouraged. It’s always tough in the beginning but things will get better especially when you start seeing results. Luckily, I’m surrounded by friends who are doing P90X, so they keep me motivated (thanks @shannasgr8!!). For [...]
P90x: Plyometrics - Day 2 completed [with the help my new heart rate monitor]
Plyometrics is definitely the mother of all P90X workouts!!! Plyo consists of a variety of jumping exercises so if you don’t have the leg strength, get ready to feel the burn. I just started P90X after a month of not exercising so day 2 for me was just as difficult. However, having a heart rate [...]
P90X: Third time is a charm
I’ve decided to join the P90x challenge..actually for the third time! I started P90x twice these past two years but can never seem to finish (stopped at phase 2). However, finishing P90x is on my goal list so I’m determined to complete it this time around. Also P90x is more than just 90 days of [...]
P90X: Week 1 Results
I am currently on my second week of P90X repeating the following workouts:
Chest & Back, Shoulders & Arms, Legs & Back, Ab Ripper X
A couple of important tips when it comes to doing these weight lifting workouts: 1) You will definitely need a variety of weights that will allow you to switch from light to [...]
P90X: “Before” Picture and Measurements
I will be coming back to this post after completing each phase. As you can see, I am underweight for my current height and age. I plan to bulk up during the P90X program.
Age: 28
Height: 5′7″
Weight: 135 lbs.
Body Fat: 21%
*I measured myself using a caliper and used the following website to calculate my body fat [...]
P90X: Equipment & Supplements
Alright! Two more days before I start the P90X program. I thought I’d post the equipment and supplements I will be using throughout this program.
EQUIPMENT
These are weights that I found in my dad’s garage. As you can see, I don’t plan on spending any money on this program. I just need to make sure that [...]
It’s Time to “Bring It!”, P90X Style
It’s been a little over a year since I’ve done P90X. I started P90X beginning of last year, but never fully completed it. I only got up to Phase 2 but it was enough to get me back into shape. Since then, I’ve been able to maintain myself both through my workouts and my diet.
Now, [...]
P90X review: Stretch X - Don’t forget to breath!
I’ve done P90X last year but never really got to doing Stretch X since all the workouts already had a pre-stretch routine. I decided instead to do Cardio X or Yoga X on my 7th day of each week. Now, all my workouts are in the gym while playing Basketball as my cardio. I’m trying [...]
P90X Intro & Plyometrics Review
Besides family and friends, another big priority in my life is health and fitness. I make it a priority because I don’t want to be one of those people who reach their 50’s with all different types of health problems. I have a lifetime membership at 24 hour fitness and try to hit the gym [...]
How to live it buzzed for 2009
First of all, I would like to greet everyone a very Happy New Year!!!! I have done a whole variety of different things for 2008 which I have to admit was not bad:
HUMANITARIAN: Care for a Cause Auction (using Ebay and Mission Fish) – over $800 donated to charity (One.org,Save Darfur, Africa Aid, Hurricane Katrina)
FITNESS: [...]