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Happy Wednesday!
I’ve been a bad blogger (cue the boo-ing), as I didn’t give a proper re-cap to P90X- Week 3.
The structure of the week was identical to Week 1 and Week 2. But while it was the same, it was very, very different. At this point, I’m going to tell you that if you can make it past week 3, you have a real shot at completing this thing.
Why, you ask? Because the hype has worn off at this point. The workouts are no longer new and Tony Horton is beginning to grate on your nerves. You think “Would it really make a difference if I just skipped a day of this?”
The answer is yes, yes it would. Not that I would know anything about that. (In all seriousness, I DID NOT take a day off, just strongly considered it 
)
In my heart of hearts, I believe week 3 was designed to weed out all the people who just aren’t committed, aren’t serious enough. Like the first semester of Law School! Or so I hear…
Week 3 is more of a mental challenge than a physical one. In fact, the workouts are getting easier! And if you are keeping track of your reps and weights, like a good lil P90Xer, you’re probably noticing that you are getting progressively stronger each week. And that, my friends, makes all of this craziness worth it. I promise.
So keep waking up early, keep pressing “play” and keep bringing it. If I can do it, so can you.
Consider this your “pat on the back.” KEEP GOING!
In other fitness news (these are some GREAT reads this week!):
4 Ways To Do More Pull Ups
Working out with your kids
MizFit training: biceps, triceps & shoulders.
How Water Can Affect Body Fat Readings
Top 3 Wii Workout Games
ENJOY!
What is YOUR fitness news? Concentrating on anything new this week? Trying any new workouts?
You just completed an intense workout. You’re tired, disgustingly sweaty and realize a shower is in immediate order, before you start offending the dust mites (I hear they have powerful noses). You strip off your clothes (oolala!) and head up to the shower.
WRONG.
STOP.
FAIL.
Before you do ANYTHING after your workout, you need to refuel! I personally like recovery drinks because: 1.) I have some awesome recipes in my arsenal; 2.) they are the fastest way (since they’re LIQUID) to get your body the energy and nutrients it needs.
Now let’s make one thing clear. When I say recovery drinks, I don’t mean pre-packaged unnatural filth.
(perhaps that’s a little harsh — those are probably fine if they are your ONLY option- I recommend this one in a pinch)
But I prefer to make my own drinks using fresh, natural ingredients (and maybe some protein powder for good measure).
Plus, if your primary objective is fat loss, you probably don’t want to guzzle down a lot of pure sugar. Instead, blend some fruit into a smoothie for a natural glycogen boost.
Keep in mind, however, that you’re very unlikely to store calories consumed after intense training as body fat. This is because your muscles are “hungry!” Much like sponges, they soak up all the carbs and protein they can.
Moral of the story – if you are good to your body, it will be good to you, PLEASE make sure to treat it nicely after working it out
I don’t know about you, but my body always thanks me for adding an extra tablespoon of peanut butter
Need some yummy post-workout recipes? Try these:
Green Monster
PBB Shream
Do you make sure you have recovery drinks? Have any good recipes to share? Please leave your links in the comment – I always need new, tasty ideas!
