After struggling through week 3 with what seemed like low energy, probably my body’s way of saying WTH are you doing, I venture into the unknown territory of P90X Week 4, better known as “recovery week.”
The week started off in a familiar, but uncomfortable place with Yoga. Just when I think I’m getting better at it, I look up to see I’m doing things wrong. Or, I find it hard to do all of the moves. But since I get two passes at it this week (joy) I may just do a little better. On a positive note, I was able to do some things that I previously hadn’t so there was a small sense of accomplishment.
On to Tuesday and the introduction of Core Synergistics. WHT? I have to admit, I struggled to get through this workout this morning. More to do with trying to follow what they were doing and what Tony was asking. Thank God for the remote because I was definitely using that rewind button today. I made it through, but skipped over the bonus round. Not sure how well I did. Guess I’ll know in the morning if there is any discomfort. But, I’m glad it’s over. And the book wasn’t lying when they wrote that despite this being “recovery week” there was little recovery happening.
Have been making some changes to the diet to tweak the amount of protein I’m getting. We started Shakeology and have the Whey Protein powder as well. I’m hoping those changes help with the energy level during the workouts – and getting started as well.
In terms of weight loss, the number on the scale is a bit disappointing as it really has been hovering around my initial weigh in, but I do notice some changes with my belt and some of my clothes. I also notice some changes in toning of my body, so I know it’s working and well worth waking up so early.
Next up – Kenpo X. Hoping for a better workout than I had on Saturday. Stay tuned.
Update – Wednesday Kenpo X – I brought it! Felt so much better doing Kenpo today than I had on Saturday. Was pressed for time having an early morning meeting I had to get to, I was able to pretty much stick to the program without any need for breaks, pauses or rewinds (well, just on the Star move – and I still look goofy doing that one).
Back to Yoga in the morning. Feeling a little soreness (the good kind) from yesterday’s workout but it’s amazing how your body doesn’t hurt when you’re working out the next day.
Update – Got through Yoga, and really enjoyed X Stretch (just what the body needed) before moving back onto Core Synergistics (not as bad the 2nd time around, but I doubt this will become my favorite as Tony notes). Then finished off the rest week with Yoga. Really tried to bring it this time and I found myself being able to do “more.” In addition to getting more of the stretches and balances, I was able to incorporate the push ups between! Didn’t see that one coming but I decided I felt good enough so why not!
A day of rest and we launch into Phase 2 on Monday! We took our pics and measurements a few days after we started, so we’re trying to stretch out our pics/measurements to a true 30 day mark. Stay tuned and will post some pics.
