Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 80 - Max Interval Plyo

This was a struggle.  I woke up with a headache that lingered throughout this routine.  10 days till I reach the finish line.  At this point it may be on my be on my hands and knees, but I'm going to get there.

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 79 - Chest & Back and ARX....Quest For 300 Push-Ups

Today is my 1st P90X work-out in almost two weeks due to my sprained wrist and I couldn't be happier.  It was a struggle but I was able to knock out 310 push-ups!!!!

I didn't think that I would be able to work-out until Sept 4th but I guess I'm a quick healer.
11 days in this round to complete!!!

Chest & Back (40lb dumb bells):
Standard Push-Up: 1st time 35; 2nd time 30
Wide Grip Pull-Up: 1st time 30(40lbs); 2nd time 20(40lbs)
Military Push-Up: 1st time 25; 2nd time 25
Reverse Grip Chin-Up: 1st time 20(40lbs); 2nd time 15(40lbs)
Wide Fly Push-Up: 1st time 25; 2nd time 30
Closed Grip Pull-Up: 1st time 15 ea side(40lbs); 2nd time 12 ea. side(40lbs)
Decline Push-Up: 1st time 20; 2nd time 20
Heavy Pants: 1st time 30(40lbs); 2nd time 25(40lbs)
Diamond Push-Up: 1st time 40; 2nd time 30
Lawn Mower: 1st time 15 ea. arm(40lbs); 2nd time 15 ea. arm(40lbs)
Dive Bomber Push-Up: 1st time 20; 2nd time 15
Back Fly: 1st time 12(40lbs); 2nd time 12(40lbs)

Ab Ripper X:
In & Out: 25
Seated Bicycle:20
Reverse Bicycle: 20
Seated Crunchy Frog: 22
Crossed Leg sit-Up: 20
Fifer Scissor: 20
Hip Rock N Raise: 22
Heels to Heaven: 18
Roll Up/V-Up Combo: 20
Oblique V-Up: 20 ea. side
Leg Climb: 15 ea. side
Mason Twist: 50

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day76 - Max Cardio Conditioning

I really felt the burn this morning.  This was the last work-out of recovery week, but since my wrist isn't 100% yet, I'm going to suspend this round and this blog until Sept 4.  I will do various Cardio and Ab routines next week but I'm not going to blog about them.  With only two weeks left in the round I want to be able to finish strong.

See you Sept 4th.

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 75 - Plyometrics

Its been a while since I've done P90X Plyometrics.  I forgot how much this works your hamstrings, glutes and quads.  When things get back to normal I may have to find a spot for this routine.

15 days left in this round!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 74 - Pure Cardio

Drenched in sweat!!!!!  You never fully realize how hard you work until it's over and you see that you sweated through your t-shirt and shorts.

16 days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day Day 73 - Kenpo X

I already miss my weights!!!  Burned a few calories with Kenpo X but I'm crossing my fingers hoping that I can get back to my weights soon.

17 days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 72 - Max Plyo's and Cardio Abs

I had to modify this work-out this morning.  I couldn't do the push-ups so I did extra power jumps, high knees and globe twists.  My wrist isn't as painful as it was yesterday but it isn't 100% yet either.

18 days to go!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 71

Due to a sprained wrist, I wasn't able to attempt or complete my quest for 350 push-ups.  I went for a two mile walk instead.  I'm going to do a week of Cardio until my wrist gets better.

19 days left!!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 70 - Kenpo X and X Stretch

To make up for my "cheat" night(15 hot wings and a side order of curly fries) I threw some Kenpo X into the mix.  After I burned a few calories, I took a five minute break, drank some Results and Recovery drink and did a session of X-Stretch.  The quest for 350 push-ups starts in 17 1/2 hours.

20 days left in this round.

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 69 - Max Cardio Conditioning and Cardio Abs

Thank goodness tomorrow(X-Stretch) is a break day.  I was on fumes with about 20mins left in this routine.  The push-up jacks almost made me tap out.  But I was able to dig deep and get it done!  Cardio Abs was a beast as usual.

Only 3 weeks left!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 68 - Insanity's Upper Body Work-Out

This routine is bananas!!!! I have to give a special shout out to my friend Mark Weales over in the U.K. for putting me on to the Chest Blaster.  This isn't even the full routine, but this will add inches to your pecs.  This will be a main part of my rotation from now on!!!

22 days to go!!!


Upper Body Work-Out
360 Degree Shoulder Press(40lbs): 1st Set: 12(40lbs);  2nd Set: 10(40lbs); 3rd Set: 8(50lbs)
Pulse Bicep Curls(30lbs) 1st Set: 16(25lbs); 2nd Set: 10(lbs); 3rd Set: 8(30lbs)
In & Out Abs w/Tricep Push-Ups: 1st Set: 12;  2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Squat Bicep Curls(40lbs): 1st Set: 12(30lbs)v; 2nd Set: 10(40lbs); 3rd Set: 8(40lbs)
180 Degree Lateral Raises: 1st Set 12(25lbs); 2nd Set: 10(25lbs); 3rd Set: 8(30lbs)
Elevated Tricep Dips: 1st Set: 30; 2nd Set: 25; 3rd Set: 20
Full Rotation Flys(30lbs): 1st Set: 12(25lbs); 2nd Set: 10(30lbs); 3rd Set: 8(30lbs)
Push-Ups w/Front Raises: 1st Set: 12(10lbs); 2nd Set: 10(10lbs); 3rd Set: 8(10lbs)
High Knees w/Twist: 1st Set: 30sec; 2nd Set: 25sec ; 3rd Set: 20sec
Chest Press w/Leg Raises(50lbs): 1st Set: 10(50lbs); 2nd Sec: 10(50lbs); 3rd Set: 8(50lbs)
Bent Over Rows/Flys(30lbs): 1st Set: 12(30lbs); 2nd Set: 8(40lbs); 3rd Set:4(40lbs)

Chest Blaster
Wide Arm Push-ups: 30
Normal Push-Ups: 30
Military Push-Ups: 30
3 Sets of 12 Reps Dumbbell Flys(20lbs)
3 Sets of 10 Dumbbell Flys(40lbs)
20 Wide Arm Push-Ups
20 Normal Push-Ups
20 Military Push-Ups

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 67 - Pure Cardio and Insane Abs

Initially I didn't bring the intensity that is needed for Pure Cardio, so I stopped the DVD and started over.  After I got myself focused I was able to dig deep and ended up having a great work-out!!!  As usual, Insane Abs was tough, but I'm stating to see significant improvements.

Only 23 days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 66 - Back & Biceps and ARX

Today is the one year anniversary of my back surgery....so this work-out was particularly gratifying.

24 days to !!!!

 Back and Biceps: 
Shrugs: 20 (50lbs)
Lawn Mower:  15 ea. arm (50lbs)
Twenty One's:  21(25lbs)
Cross Body Curl:  10 ea. arm (30lbs)
Heavy Pants: 10(50lbs)
Elbows Out Lawnmower:  10 ea. side(50lbs)
Standing Bicep Curls:  12 (30lbs)
One Arm Concentration Curl:  8 ea. arm (30lbs)
Shrugs: 20(50lbs)
Reverse Grip Bent Over Row: 10(50lbs)
Open Arm Curl:  10(30lbs)
Static Arm Curl:  16(25lbs)
Heavy Pants: 10 (50lbs)
Congdon Locomotive:  40(50lbs)
Cohen Curl:  10(30lbs)
Corkscrew Curl:  10 ea. arm(30lbs)
Shrugs: 20 (30lbs)
Back Fly:  10(30lbs)
Curl Up/Hammer Down:  10 ea. arm(30lbs)
Hammer Curl:  12 ea. arm(30lbs)
Heavy Pants: 12 (40lbs)
Superman:  5 sets
In-Out Hammer Curls:  10(30lbs)
Strip Set Curl:  32(40,30, 25,20lbs)

Ab Ripper X:
In & Outs:  25
Seated Bicycle:  20
Reverse Seated Bicycle:  20
Seated Crunchy Frog:  20
Wide Leg Sit-Up:  25
Fifer Scissor:  20
Hip Rock-n-Raise: 18
Heels To Heaven:  18
Roll Up/V-Up Combo:  20
Oblique V-Up: 20 ea. side
Leg Climb: 12 ea. leg
Mason Twist:  50

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 65 - Max Interval Plyo & Cardio Abs

I'm happy to say that I was able to make it through the entire DVD without having to press pause.  The level III drills were especially tough after yesterday's chest work-out.  The 16 push-ups at a pop was felt in my chest and triceps.  Great work-out!!!  Cardio Abs was tough!!!

25 days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 63-64 - X-Stretch and Chest & SHoulders & Triceps and Insane Abs

Day 63: This was an X-Stretch day which as always was relaxing but there isn't any need to go into detail and write about it.

Day 64: Chest & Shoulders and Insane Abs....this work-out was a beast!!!! I've noticed significant improvements in regards to my strength.  After a 15minute break and a serving of Results and Recovery Formula, I completed Insane Abs without pausing!! Great work-out!!!

26 days left in this round!!!

Chest, Shoulders & Triceps
Slow Motion 3 in 1 Push-Up:  12 (10 Bonus)
In and Out Shoulder Fly:  16(20lbs)
Chair Dip:  30
Plange Push-Up:  21
Pike Press:  15
Side Tri-Rise:  15 ea. arm
Floor Fly:  24
Scarecrow: 12(20lbs)
Over Head Extensions:  10(25lbs)
Two Twitch Speed Push-Up:  28
Y-Press:  8(40lbs)
Lying Tricep Extension:  12(25lbs)
Side to Side Push Up: 16
Pour Fly:  8(20lbs)
Side Leaning Tricep Extension:  10 ea. arm(25lbs)
One Arm Push-Ups:  12
Weighted Circle:  2sets of 10 forwards and 2 set of 10 backwards(10lbs)
Throw The Bomb:  12 ea. arm(25lbs)
Clap Push-Ups:  12
Slo-Mo Throw:  8(20lbs)
Front to Back Tricep Extensions: 8 ea.arm(25lbs)
One Arm Balance Push-Up: 16
Fly Row Press:  10(20lbs)
Dumbbell Cross Body Blows: 12 ea. arm(40lbs)

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 62 - Max Cardio Conditioning and Cardio Abs

I love this DVD!!!!  I could do this routine 3 or 4 times a week and be extremely happy.  My stamina, speed and coordination has improved to the point that I no longer need to press pause.  I can just go straight through.  Same with Cardio Abs and I'm seeing the results as my waist is slimming down.

Exactly 4 weeks to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 61 - Insanity Upper Body Work-Out and ARX

No words are needed to describe this routine.  You have to do it yourself and be ready to embrace the pain!!!!

29 days left!!!!

Upper Body Work-Out
360 Degree Shoulder Press(40lbs): 1st Set: 12;  2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Pulse Bicep Curls(30lbs) 1st Set: 16; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
In & Out Abs w/Tricep Push-Ups: 1st Set: 12;  2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Squat Bicep Curls(40lbs): 1st Set: 12; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
180 Degree Lateral Raises: 1st Set 12; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Elevated Tricep Dips: 1st Set: 30; 2nd Set: 25; 3rd Set: 20
Full Rotation Flys(30lbs): 1st Set: 12; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Push-Ups w/Front Raises: 1st Set: 12; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8
High Knees w/Twist: 1st Set: 30sec; 2nd Set: 25sec ; 3rd Set: 20sec
Chest Press w/Leg Raises(50lbs): 1st Set: 10; 2nd Sec: 10; 3rd Set: 8
Bent Over Rows/Flys(30lbs): 1st Set: 12; 2nd Set: 10; 3rd Set: 8

Ab Ripper X:
In & Out: 25
Seated Bicycle: 20
Reverse Bicycle: 20
Seated Crunchy Frog: 18
Crossed Leg sit-Up: 20
Fifer Scissor: 22
Hip Rock N Raise: 20
Heels to Heaven: 22
Roll Up/V-Up Combo:18
Oblique V-Up: 20 ea. side
Leg Climb: 12 ea. side
Mason Twist: 50

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 60 - Fast & Furious and Cardio Abs.....Embrace the Sweat

Initially I considered this to be a "break" day.  That thought was quickly erased 2mins into Fast & Furious.  I don't know how, but I forgot how crazy and intense that 21mins was.  Needless to say I was dripping with sweat as usual.  Cardio Abs wasn't any better.  By the time I got to a frame abs my obliques were on fire!!!!!  This was a perfect "break" day.......Short & Sweet!!!

30 days left!!!!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 59 - Shoulders & Arms and Insane Abs......Checking My Ego at the Door

I started off like a mad man this morning with the 40lb weights.  But I checked my ego at the door and alternated the weights between 25lbs and 40lbs.  Today was much better in regards to Insane Abs!!! My whole upper body is fried right now!!!

31 days to go!!!!!

Shoulder & Arms:
Alternating Shoulder Press: 1st Time 10(40lbs); 2nd Time 10(40lbs)
In & Out Bicep Curl: 1st Time: 16(40lbs); 2nd Time16(30lbs)
Two Arm Tricep Kickback: 1 Time 12(25lbs); 2nd Time 12(25lbs)
Deep Swimmer Press: 1st Time 10(40lbs); 2nd Time 10(40lbs)
Concentration Curls: 1st Time 10(40lbs); 2nd Time 8(40lbs)
Chair Dip: 1st Time 35; 2nd Time 25
Upright Row: 1st Time 10(40lbs); 2nd Time 10(40lbs)
Static Arm Curl: 1st Time 16(40lbs); 2nd Time 16(30lbs)
Flip-Grip Triceps Kickback: 1st Time 10(20lbs); 2nd Time 10(15lbs)
Seated 2-Angle Shoulder Fly: 1st Time 16(30lbs); 2nd Time 16(25lbs)
Crouching Cohen Curl: 1st Time 8(40lbs); 2nd Time 10(30lbs)
Lying Down Triceps Extension: 1st Time 8(40lbs); 2nd Time 10(30lbs)
Shoulder Fly: 1st Time 16(15lbs); 2nd Time 16(15lbs)
Cogdon Curl: 1st Time 15(25lbs); 2nd Time 12(25lbs)
Side Tri-Rise: 1st: 15 ea. side; 2nd: 12 ea. side

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 58 - Max Interval Plyo and Insane Abs

I chose to do Max Interval Plyo because I felt I needed to do something for my legs.  But I have to pull back on the days that I do Insane Abs. The total of 90mins of Cardio may be a bit too much.  I was able to get everything in but I didn't like the fact that I had to pause the DVD 3 times.

With only 32 days to go I have to pick up the pace!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 57 - Chest & Back and ARX

I set my sights on 300 push-ups this morning, and I was able to do 340.  I will say that I had to pause the DVD a few times to get in extra push-ups.  But I was pleased to see improvement from the last time I did this back routine on day 14.  Next time I"m shooting for 350.  After a 15min break and some Results and Recovery formula, I was able to get in ARX.  I put up some solid numbers.

33 days left in this round!!!!!


Chest & Back (15, 40 and 45lb dumb bells):
Standard Push-Up: 1st time 45; 2nd time:40
Shrugs: 1st time:20(45lbs); 2nd time: 20(15lbs)
Military Push-Up: 1st time 30; 2nd time 25
Heavy Pants: 1st time 15(40lbs); 2nd time 15(40lbs)
Wide Fly Push-Up: 1st time 35; 2nd time 28
Lawn Mower: 1st time 12 ea. arm(40lbs); 2nd time 10 ea. arm(40lbs)Decline Push-Up: 1st time 30; 2nd time 20
Shrugs: 1st time: 20(40lbs); 2nd time: 20(40lbs)
Diamond Push-Up: 1st time 32; 2nd time 20
Heavy Pants: 1st time: 15(40lbs); 2nd time: 15(40lbs)
Dive Bomber Push-Up: 1st time 25; 2nd time 10Lawn Mower: 1st time 12 ea. arm(40lbs); 2nd time 15 ea. arm(40lbs)

Ab Ripper X:
In & Out: 25
Seated Bicycle: 20
Reverse Bicycle: 20
Seated Crunchy Frog: 15
Crossed Leg sit-Up: 22
Fifer Scissor:20
Hip Rock N Raise: 20
Heels to Heaven: 20
Roll Up/V-Up Combo:20
Oblique V-Up: 20 ea. side
Leg Climb: 12 ea. side
Mason Twist: 48

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day Day 56 - X-Stretch

Today is the last day of my Recovery Week Phase.  As usual X-Stretch was what the doctor ordered.  Not only did I get a good sweat but it was very relaxing and it got a kink out of my back.  I have a 30 minute jog and an hour bike ride scheduled for 1 o'clock today.  I'm already looking forward to tomorrow's quest for 300 push-ups.

34 more days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 55 - Pure Cardion and Insane Abs

Today's session was a good way to wind down Recovery Week.  I'm ready to move on to Phase III after tomorrow's X-Stretch.  I'm putting it out there early, the goal for Sunday is 300 push-ups.  There's exactly 5 weeks left in this round.  It's all out and pedal to the metal.

35 days left to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day Day 54 - Kenpo X and ARX

This mornings work-out was very therapeutic.  Kenpo X isn't as intense as Insanity but it is still a great calorie burner.  I always consider this routine one of the best when you want to do some cardio, but you don't want to get to crazy.  ARX was nice because I didn't count reps, I just went with as many reps as I could do.

36 days left in this round.

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 53 - Max Interval Circuit and Cardio Abs

I struggled with this routine the last two times that I did it so I had to shut my mind off and let my body do the work.  I made it thru pretty well until I got to the moving push-ups.  That's when I felt yesterday's upper body work-out.  I embraced the pain!!! Ditto with Cardio Abs after yesterday's Insane Abs!!!!

37 days to go!!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 52 - Insanity's Upper Body Work-Out and Insane Abs

I previewed both DVDs last night, so I knew that this was going to be intense!!  I went with 25 and 30 pound dumbbells for the upper body work-out.....And I still felt it.  I have to have this in rotation at least once a week because I can see my upper body blowing up with this in conjunction with P90X.  Insane Abs is exactly that.  I had to pause the DVD twice to keep up.

38 days to go!!!!! Time to step up my game!!!

Round 2 P90X/Insanity Hybrid: Day 51 - "Recovery Week" Max Cardio Conditioning & Cardio Abs

Recovery week got off to a great start this morning.  As usual Shaun T  had me in pain and laughing at the same time.  Just so you know this weeks blogs will be short and sweet.