The first 3 weeks of P90X3 are DONE! I'm loving these workouts, but I'm definitely glad that the next weeks is "transition" week, which means a new schedule of workouts for the week and then the start of the second block which will be another new schedule of workouts. I tend to get bored pretty quickly with workouts so I'm looking forward to some new ones. Here's a breakdown of the workouts in the first 3 weeks in my own words:
Total Synergistics--This is a great full body workout that combines some strength training (using weights), some yoga moves and some body weight training. You can modify the workout by using resistance bands instead of weights or using a resistance band instead of the pull up/chin up bar. I can't quite do a pull up or chin up yet so I use the resistance band instead.
Agility X--a super fun, fast paced workout! This requires you to put some tape on the floor with some marking on it. Movements are explosive and include jumping and lunging from one mark to another.
X3 Yoga--I was never really into yoga much, but as I have gotten stronger and more flexible I enjoy it more. I definitely noticed a difference between my first workout and my third workout! After only 3 weeks of this program I already feel stronger, have better balance and am more flexible! This is a nice break in the middle of some intense and sweaty workouts.
The challenge--by far the hardest workout for me! This workout is entirely pull ups and push ups! Lots of upper body work here. Again, you can modify the pull ups by using a resistance band, which is what I did. It's a tough workout for me because I don't have a lot of upper body strength, but I'm trying to change that! By the third time doing this workout I was able to do some "real" pushups, along with push ups on my knees (which is ALL I was able to do at first!). I'm hoping by the end of the 90 day program I'll be able to do actual pull ups/chin ups as well!
CVX--This is probably my favorite workout. It combines cardio and weights which makes for a super sweaty, mucho calorie burning workout! This was for sure my highest calorie workout.
The Warrior--this workout is super intense! No equipment required, all you need is a small workout space and, according to Tony, gravity, to do this workout. Combining Ab, upper and lower body, cardio and core moves this workout works EVERYTHING.
My body has definitely been challenged the last 3 weeks and I've basically been in a constant state of sore the entire time, which I LOVE! It means my body and muscles have been challenged! I'm excited to take my 30 day progress pictures and do measurements after this transition week and see if there's any noticeable difference. I also haven't stepped on the scale since the day we started, mainly because my focus in this is not really to lose weight but to gain muscle and strength, but I admit I hope to see a lower number, even if it is just a few!
I also started drinking Shakeology at the beginning of this program, and I LOVE it. Not only are the shakes delicious, but they are SUPER nutritious. I'll focus more on the Shakeology in a separate post because I want to share some of my favorite shake combinations. While a lot of people simply drink the Shakeology mixed with water or milk or another liquid, I enjoy mixing different combinations of things to make all kinds of different flavors! It was like having a delicious milkshake for breakfast or lunch, only it was the most nutritious meal of my day! Sadly I ran out of it before the month was up because I was sharing it with my husband, and boy have I noticed a difference in the last several days that I have not been drinking it! I haven't had nearly the same energy for workouts that I was feeling the first 2 weeks. We will have more coming soon and I can't wait!
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