P90X Yoga X

Many question the P90X Yoga X work out before they actually do it.  Don’t be one of those people.  Yoga X is really tough the first few times and is a vital part of your body sculpting. It’s not going to be easy, “just breathe”. OK, so even if you are breathing it is still going to be hard but you will be amazed at your progress at the end of 90 days.

You are going to need a mat with good traction so you are not slipping all around. You will be doing Yoga X barefoot in case you didn’t know. You will want to be in a warm, calm and comfortable environment. You should try and avoid any interruptions to get the most out of Yoga X.  Relax and do not hold your breath during postures.

Here is what P90X Yoga X  looks like:

Warm up, which includes Mountain Pose, Wide Feet Hamstring Stretch, Wide Forward Bent Over Torso Twist, Split Leg Forward Hamstring Stretch, Standing Side Stretch, Astanga Sun Salutations, Downward Dog Calf Stretch.

Moving Asanas

Runners Pose, Crescent Pose, Warrior One, Warrior Two, Reverse Warrior, Triangle Pose, Twisting Triangle, Chair to Twisting Chair(Prayer Twist), Right Angle Pose to Extended Right Pose and Grab. Prayer Twist from Runner’s Pose to Side Arm Balance, Warrior Three to Standing Splits.

Balance Postures

Tree, Royal Dancer, Standing Leg Extension

Floor Work

Crane (pre-handstand), Seated Spinal Stretch, Cat Stretch, Frog, Bridge or Wheel, Table, Cobbler Pose

The Yoga Belly 7

One-Legged Hamstring Stretch into Two-Legged Hamstring Stretch, Touch the Sky, Boat, Half Boat, Scissor, Torso Twist Hold, Deep Torso Twist Hold, Touch the Sky, Side Twist, Glute Stretch, Happy Baby, Child’s Pose, Shavasana (corpse pose), Fetal Pose and Meditation Pose.

Ahhhhh.   What a work out.  Now you should be well relaxed and stretched out

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P90X Shoulders and Arms

P90X shoulders and arms is another awesome work out. I know you are sore if you are still in week 1 but you will be working some smaller muscles with this work out. Be sure to keep your proper form during this routine.  You might be tempted to cheat but don’t give in. Maintaining good form is crucial for proper muscle development and the prevention of injury.  Most of these exercise are going to be 8-10 reps for size and 12-15 reps for a slimmer toned look.  Also remember that you have to do 15 minutes of P90X Ab Ripper after this work out.

Here is what P90X shoulders and arms looks like.

Alternating Shoulder Press

In and Out Bicep Curl

Two-Arm Tricep Kickbacks

–repeat sequence

Deep Swimmers Press

Full Supination Concentration Curls

Chair Dips

–repeat sequence

Upright Rows

Static Arm Curls

Flip-Grip Twist Tricep Kickbacks

–repeat sequence

Seated Two-Angle Shoulder Fly’s

Crouching Cohen Curls

Lying-Down Tricep Extensions

–repeat sequence

BONUS ROUND (Yes you should do it. Just do your best and push yourself.)

In and Out Straight-Arm Shoulder Fly

Congdon Curls

Side Tri-Rise

–repeat sequence

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P90X Ab Ripper X

P90X Ab Ripper X is an awesome ab and core work out that you will be doing 3 times a week after your normal work out for that day.  For example, if you just finished P90X chest and back which is almost an hour long you will be doing the Ab Ripper right after.  So on these 3 days be sure to set aside about 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete your work out.

Is Ab Ripper hard?  Well, if you are new to Ab work, then yes it will be difficult for you at first.  Do what you can and if you can’t do all the reps they do it is OK.  You will be able to do it all at the end of your 90 days.  One thing I noticed right away after the second time doing Ab Ripper was that my hip flexors were really sore.  I figured my abs might be sore but when my hip flexors ended up being the most sore from this I was surprised. I guess it it one of those muscle groups that I really never focused on.  I figured since I run, that area would not be sore.  Well. I guess I was wrong.   So if you are wondering if that is normal, then I would have to say yes. Some people have asked me if they can skip the Ab Ripper. My answer to this is to follow the 90 day work out exactly as it is laid out.  It is crucial that you work your core. This is your power source where you transmit force between your upper and lower body.

Here is what p90X Ab Ripper X looks like: (remember if you can’t do 25 reps then do what you can.)

In and Outs- 25 reps

Seated bicycles- 25 reps forward and 25 reps backward

Seated Crunchy Frog- 25 reps

Crossed Leg/Wide Leg Sit Ups- 25 reps

Fifer Scissor- 25 reps

Hip Rock and Raise- 25 reps

Pulse Ups- 25 reps

Roll Up/V-Up Combo 25 reps

Oblique V-Ups 25 reps

Leg Climbs- 12 reps each leg

Mason Twist- 40 reps

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P90X- Plyometrics

Now that you have done P90X Chest and Back and your chest,triceps,back,shoulders and latts are sore, you want to know what to expect with day 2 of the P90X exercise.  Is is just as hard? Are my legs going to be sore as well? Am I going to have to call in sick to work the next day? Again, yes P90X plyometrics is hard but you have to do it at your own pace for what is comfortable for you.  Trust me, it get easier as your body adapts. P90X plyometrics is also known as jump training.  This technique emerged in Eastern Europe in the early 1970′s and was coined by American track coach Fred Wilt. The term “plyometrics” came from the latin plyo+metrics or “measurable increases”.  Plyometric training as awesome for any activity that requires strength and speed as this technique will improve your ability to run faster, jump higher and maneuver better in multidirectional sports.  No matter what sport you play or what your goals are P90X plyometrics can help.

Here is what you will do on plyo day:

Jump Squats

Run-Stance Squats

Airborne Heisman

Swing Kicks

-mini break then repeat sequence

Squat Reach Jumps

Run-Stance Squat Switch Pick Ups

Double Airborne Heisman

Circle Run

-mini break then repeat sequence

Jump Knee Tucks

Mary Katherine Lunges

Leapfrog Squats

Twist Combo

-mini break then repeat sequence

At this point you are a little more than half way done with the plyometrics work out.  There is still some more to go and this work out will really get your heart pumping.  You might have sore calves, glutes, thighs and hamstrings but this is one work out your body will love you for.

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P90X Exercise Program

I don’t care if you are in great shape or average shape, Day 1 of P90X will be a bit of a shock to your system.  You do so many push ups and pull ups and most people’s bodies are not used to that.  Take me for example. I run about 12 miles a week and lift 4 times a week and I still tossed my cookies on Day 1.  I did push myself pretty hard but that is what you are supposed to do. Don’t worry, it does get a little easier once you build up those muscles and endurance.

Here is what P90X Chest and Back day 1 looks like:

Warm up and stretch.

Standard pus ups- Max reps

Wide front pull ups- Max reps

Military push ups- Max reps

Reverse grip chin ups- Max reps

—-mini stretch

Wide fly push ups- Max reps

Closed grip overhand pull ups- Max reps

Decline push ups- Max reps

Heavy Pants

—-mini stretch——–phewwww.I need it.

Diamond push ups- Max reps

Lawnmower’s 8-10 reps or 12-15 depending on goals

Dive bomber push ups- Max reps

Back Fly’s 8-10 reps or 12-15 depending on your goals.

After doing all of this be sure to save some energy to do P90X Ab Ripper X. You will need an additional 15 minutes 3 times a week for this ab work out.

Wow!  What a start.  Guess what?  Now you get to repeat the whole thing but now in a different sequence.  Are you kidding me?  Well my body is shaking now and I have to do that whole thing again?  OK. No problem. (yeah right) Best advice I can give is just to push yourself.  The more you push, the better your results will be.  I can now do this work out with no problem and with a few hundred push ups and over 100 pull ups.  You will get there too.

Most important thing is to do your best. You will make improvements over time.  This will probably be the best overall work out you have ever done.

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P90X "Bring It"

So you have seen the infomercial for the P90X exercise program several times and you are still wondering if you have what it takes to become a P90X graduate. Well what most people do not know is that there are 3 different versions you can follow and there are also modified moves just in case you are not in the best of shape yet.  When I say modified, I mean doing pull ups with the help of a chair or doing push ups from your knees.

The first version is the Classic P90X workout.  This is probably the most popular and from my experience most people do this workout.  You will focus on every muscle in your body as well as doing some cardio, yoga and kenpo.

The second version is the P90X Doubles version.  This version is for those of you who do not mind working out twice a day.  It is basically the same as the Classic version of P90X but once you enter phase 2 you will be adding a cardio workout in the morning and then completing your regular P90X workout in the p.m.  This version is for those who want to get in some extra cardio exercise for weight loss or more improved performance.  You should be injury free and also have the extra time to commit to another workout 3-4 times a week. If you are a pistol full of energy then P90X doubles is for you.  You are only adding in the Cardio X workout and it is the least intense of the P90X series but it still will burn a ton of calories.

The third version if P90X Lean.  This version if for those people who are looking for a more cardio-based workout that is slightly less intense.  Make no mistake.  This version is still very challenging but just another option to suit each individual’s personal goals.  What you sacrifice in strength and speed gains you will make up for in changes in your lean body mass.  The goal in this version is perfecting each movement in the routine as opposed to focusing on weight or resistance.

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