I'm no expert, but I would think so. As protein still helps you build lean muscle and keeps your stomach full as well.
I'm pretty sure that the 30-lb ones are $59.99 each, and the 55-lb ones are $199.99 for the pair. The Reebok ones that my friend had were $100 for the pair of 30-pounders. I can't find those online, but they were still available at Target several months ago.
Word to the wise... it's not a good idea to attempt these workouts while hungover. Thank goodness today was Kenpo instead of something more intense. Hard times indeed.
I've seen those, but from various reviews, it seems that the cradle or locking mechanism or whatever is made of plastic. I'm not sure I feel comfortable working out while worrying if the plates are going to fall out of the dumbbells... I may just have to put in the extra money and go for the more sturdy ones to avoid any mishaps.
Absolutely hated it my first time, liked it every time afterwards. Still can't do the crane where you are standing on 2 hands knees on elbows.
It was the hardest workout for me the first couple weeks. I've literally never sweat as much doing anything compared to the crazy Yoga in P90X. With that said, each week got better and better. Now I can pretty much do every move on there including crane for a good 30-40 seconds without falling over!
Anything that works your muscles properly gets results. Its a matter of what results you want. Plus dieting and staying with the program for long enough to see the results take form.
I am so sweaty by that point my elbows slip off my knees and I become a danger to myself and anything within my crater radius
I've been doing Yoga for years and flexibility is actually one of my strong suits, I can't wait to try Yoga X to see what all the fuss is about. I'm hoping it is one of the parts of the program I can excel at initially.
Crane is tough, but I find the hardest part to be the sequence right at the end of the first half, where you are up on one leg for several minutes (warrior 3, half moon, twisting half moon, etc..). There's no way I can come close to standing on one leg for that length of time.
Yep. Protein consumption boosts your metabolism. Just make sure you're getting it from the right stuff. Quinoa is an awesome source of (complete) protein.
Day 2 is in the books. I found plyometrics to be much easier than Day 1. Well not easy, at all, but I did 95% of it (panting heavily with sweat pouring down my face). Much better than the fraction of the workout I did yesterday. I love the last 10-12 minutes of the video with the sports moves. Those were fun and I found myself bounding off the ground at the end, finishing strong. Feeling the burrrrn now in my legs. It might be many peoples' least favorite workout, but I enjoyed plyo. I also bought some protein powder for right afterwards.
The main thing I found that really helped me get through each and everyday was having this attitude for EVERY workout. Find something enjoyable about each one, and go into it thinking that you're gonna rock it. Be really aggressive in your overall approach, and you'll find that the workouts get easier and easier with time, and your results really start popping out at you.
Plyo is one of my fav workouts too, because you move every part of your body and it has practical applications to everyday life. I've found that workout to be the most beneficial for my balance, core, and overall energy levels more than anything else.
I've been reading about rolfing since you posted it last night, and it really seems like something up my alley. I'd really like to realign my posture/balance. Do you know if insurance would cover something like that?
That's great that you got through Plyometrics. A lot of people have a tough time with it. I personally like it, and found it easier than the resistance days as well. The one that hurts me the most is legs and back (It will be your Friday workout). Something about wall squats and then the insane amount of pull-ups makes me feel dead at the end of the work out. Also, for a drink after your work out, I'd suggest something that would help more with recovery. These will help alleviate the soreness for the next day. Protein shakes are good to take an hour before your work out IMO. After completing the workout, I'd suggest getting a drink with 4:1 carb to protein ratio or at least 2:1 carb to protein. I have the official P90X recovery drink (just got a couple when they were on sale for $30 a tub). I hear good things about the Optimum 2:1:1 and Endurox recovery drinks as well.
interesting...I thought protein drinks were "recovery drinks." I'll look into the ones you mentioned...
