P90X Plyometrics- What to Expect with Day 2!

Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 1:03 PM

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.

Are you ready to commit to the P90X 90 day work out program?