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Well today was the third day in a row that I worked out with my wife and my sister in law Melanie.

We popped in the P90X Core Synergistics workout and I think all 3 of us are now sorer than crap.

In spite of any soreness, it feels great to be getting back into the habit of working out.

Core synergistics is a great workout, it covers from your chest to your backside and everything in between.

I can really feel it in my abs as well as my hips.  It’s nice to feel things tightening up as new muscle groups get worked out.

The great thing about the P90X routines is that they switch the training exercises up on each DVD.

Your body doesn’t get too used to one or two specific exercises and then stop responding to them.

I did struggle with my breathing today.  Still feeling the effects of bronchitis as well as the higher altitude up here in Utah.

This worked out a different group of muscles for me as well so those muscles sucked up extra oxygen and left me experiencing some heavy breathing………perv…..lol.

There are several of the exercises that I can barely keep up with and I know that my form isn’t perfect, but I’ve done enough of these P90X workouts to know that over time, I’ll get better and better at them.

Eventually, I’ll master the form and I can increase the intensity as I keep at it.

The trick is not to get discouraged when I feel or look like an idiot trying to pull off some of the more exotic moves  some of the exercises require.

The best thing is this……I feel good working out.  I know that I’m going to be healthier in the long run for doing it.

I know that eventually I’ll get rid of my excess weight and add some extra years to my life.

My overall attitude is better as well when I consistently work out.  It’s much easier to be positive minded.

It’s also nice doing the workout series with someone else.  Having my wife doing it with me is awesome.

I really appreciate her encouragement and help as well as my sister in law’s.

She’s pretty fit already, she and her husband workout a lot.  Tons and tons of running, hiking and racquetball.  She teaches P.E. at the elementary school.

Assembling a support group around has made working out much easier.

Instead of being tempted to stay in bed and blow off working out, I get up because someone else is going to be here and I don’t want to flake on them.

I need all the help I can get at this stage.  I really do want to get over the hump so to speak and change my lifestyle for the rest of my life.

It’s only been 3 days, but I’m off to a great start.

P90X Core Synergistics – My Abs Are Screaming is a post from: Losing weight with P90X

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If you’re reading this article, you’ve probably already heard of P90X, but you might not know exactly what it’s all about.

P90X teaches you how your body truly burns fat and builds muscle.  It has nothing to do with “magic diet pills” or fad diets that help you lose weight “quickly” with little or “no effort”.

P90X is old school.  If you want results, you have to earn them.  You have to start eating healthy foods like you find in the P90X nutrition plan.  No prepackaged lousy tasting food in pre-measured containers.  Just good ole’ fashioned vegetables, fruits and lean proteins.  This is not a starvation diet either.  You will eat plenty in order to have the energy to handle these workouts.

Speaking of workouts, get ready to sweat and feel the burn.  There are 12 individual DVD’s that comprise P90X.  Each is a self contained 45 minute to 90 minute workout.

This DVD training collection is not for everyone.  You need to be sure to check with your doctor before starting this program to make sure you don’t put yourself at risk.

You can always download and take the P90X “Fit Test” to see if you’re up for the challenge.  If you’re not quite ready for P90X you can try starting out with Tony Horton’s first Dvd program..”Power 90″.

Here’s what the team at Beachbody has to say about the 12 P90X DVD’s:

1   Chest and Back – Targeted strength and definition workout emphasizes two classic upper-body exercises.

2   Plyometrics – Explosive jumping cardio routine proven to improve athletic performance.

3   Shoulders & Arms – Potent combination of pressing, curling, and fly movements that will leave you stronger

4   Yoga X – Combines strength, balance, flexibility, and breath work to enhance your physique and calm your mind.

5   Legs & Back – Get ready to squat, lunge and pull for a total-body workout like no other.
6   Kenpo X – Intense cardiovascular workout with punching and kicking for endurance, balance and co-ordination.

7   X Stretch – Achieve a higher level of athleticism over a longer period of time, plus prevent injuries and avoid plateaus

8   Core Synergistics – Build and support multiple muscle groups to buld and support the core while conditioning your body.

9   Chest, Shoulders & Triceps – Target both large and small upper body muscles to push you to the brink.

10  Back & Biceps – Flex those powerful biceps and focus on toning and tightening these showcase  arm muscles.

11  Cardio X – Low-impact cardio routine that is a fun fat-burning workout that will leave you feeling lean and mean.

12  Ab Ripper X – Sculpt the 6 pack abs of your dreams and benefit your health and physical performance.

These 12 fitness routines are designed to introduce new moves and challenge your muscles on a daily basis.  The “muscle confusion” principle accelerates your fitness results by introducing new moves and routines so your body never plateaus.  On top of that, it keeps you from getting bored as well.

There is a P90X workout schedule to follow.

By consistently mixing up the routines and exercises, your body never gets complacent and is always pushing itself.  Try it for 90 days and I bet you’ll be amazed at the results.

Whether you’re skinny, trying to bulk up, heavyset and trying to get lean or just trying to get all out ripped, there are countless ways to combine these DVD’s to get the results you’re looking for.

I got P90X for the first time 6 months ago.  At my heaviest I was 310 pounds.  I am now weighing in at 268.  i still have another 58 pounds to lose, but this workout has changed my life.  I am more fit now than I have been in decades.

With a 90 day money back guarantee, minus S&H, ( you still get to keep the Ab Ripper X Workout and 3 Phase Nutrition Plan as gifts) what have you got to lose?

If you’re out of shape and looking for a way to get back into shape without spending a fortune on expensive gym memberships or personal trainers that can drain your pocketbook pretty quickly, this might be the answer for you.

P90X is definitely the answer for me.

P90X Workout – 12 DVD’s – Your Personal Fitness Revolution is a post from: Losing weight with P90X