Day 5 – P90X Legs & Back, Ab Ripper X

So happy to see you again. Wishing you more happy health!

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So, at the end of this workout, while I stood on wobbly legs, I asked myself, “Are these tears of pride or tears of pain?!”  Seriously – there were tears.  I do think it was pride as I pushed hard through this workout and at about 3/4 the way through, my second wind kicked in and I finished STRONG!

The P90X Legs & Back workout is described as the Top-to-Bottom Resistance Calorie Burner.  This is a full leg blasting workout with several pull-ups added in.  The time for the pull-ups is supposed to give your legs a break – and I must admit, I did appreciate the break as my ‘Jello Jiggler’ legs carried me to my bedroom where I have my pull-up bar installed.  The only place the pull-up bar would fit is in the doorway between our master bedroom and bathroom and it turns out to be the best place for it.  I am able to watch myself in the mirror while I strain to pull myself up.  I can see my form and the best part is I can also see the muscles working.  I find it motivating to see the definition in my arms and chest beginning to show when I’m working out.  I can’t wait for the definition to show the other 22 (or so) hours of the day!

The largest muscles in your body are in your legs and any workout focused on the legs is generally going to take a lot more out of you than using smaller muscles groups like your arms.  If you keep up with the pace of this workout, you will sweat and you will feel the burn.  It’s that good burn that tells you your body is working hard.  Focus on your breathing through those “I want to quit” moments and short breaks if you need to.  As Tony says, “Do your best and forget the rest.”

I followed today’s workout with a yummy P90X Results & Rocovery Formula drink, a hot shower, breakfast and a 1.5 hour massage.  Tomorrow is P90X Kenpo X.  I’m looking forward to it!

Did you catch my Shakeology recipe from yesterday?  Check it out – Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup

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