Just Insane

Today was Insanity Plyometric Cario Circuit with 1-on-1 Killer Abs. (Take a look at blogs from March 2009 for complete P90X, P90X+ and 1-on-1 workout overviews)

I rolled out of bed this morning determined to get my workouts in. I wasn’t feeling great, but better than yesterday. The only thing I saw as a potential problem was that I was going to do the workout that kicked my ass last week. I wasn’t too worried about the kettlebell.
I started off the Insanity workout slowly. I got through the first few sets ok. I got to the last round of exercises and was toast. Again, I ended up taking breaks and breathers. This is one tough workout. Next week will be my last attempt for a few weeks. I am determined to get through it without having to take a break. This will be easier said than done.

The afternoon kettlebell routine was decent. I was excited because this was the first time I was doing this routine at the gym and they have a variety of KB’s. I was able to increase the weight for my chest presses, curls, tricep extensions and upright rows. I am almost thinking I need to pick up the next size KB for the house. The chest presses got tough towards the end. I was pretty burned out. Overall, I would give it a B. Being at the gym, I felt rushed and out of my comfort zone. I am still trying to figure out why. It might have been the need to get back to work. Who knows? We will see how it goes next week.

Killer Abs was, well, Killer Abs. There is not much to say here, 500 reps of pure fun.


Diet

Calories – 1600

Carbs – 155g (49%)
Protein – 130g (40%)
Fat – 33g (11%)

In good health,
Joe
www.eeathlete.com
joe@eeathlete.com

Feeling Ill

Workouts were Insanity Plyometric Core Cardio, Kettlebell routine and 1-on-1 Killer Abs. (Take a look at blogs from March 2009 for complete P90X, P90X+ and 1-on-1 workout overviews)

As this week’s workouts begin, I sensed something was wrong. My Upper Plus workout was exceptionally tough and I couldn’t figure out why. It felt like every move required an extra effort. By the time I was finished, I felt like I had worked out for twice as long as I did. I took a solid 5 minute break before moving on to Abs/Core Plus which wasn’t too bad, but I still struggled with the hanging ab work. I couldn’t put my finger on it.

The next day when I woke up, I knew exactly what was wrong. I was getting sick. I skipped my morning Insanity workout to evaluate myself during the day. I was feeling like crap. I pulled it together enough to go for a swim at lunch. I was only going to go for a half mile. I also planned on working on my bilateral breathing. After a few laps, I realized bilateral breathing sucks. Every time I turned left, I felt like I sank a little in the water. I gave up and continued with my normal right side breathing. So far I never have had a triathlon where the buoys are on the left. I am sure that day will happen soon.

I plan on adding my Insanity workout tomorrow with my kettlebell workout. I am not sure if I will try to fit it Killer Abs or move it to another day. It will be a game day decision.

Diet

Calories – 1500

Carbs – 163g (50%)
Protein – 120g (37%)
Fat – 41g (13%)

In good health,
Joe
www.eeathlete.com
joe@eeathlete.com