P90X, Week 5

PHASE TWO
So Week 5 starts Phase 2, Days 1&3 are changed up, all the rest are the same. I was anxious to get back in workout mode after last week's recovery week.

Tuesday - Chest, Shoulders & Tri's / Ab Ripper X
There was a 45+ year old lady on the video, she was the "beginner" level, and that's not been on any videos before. Bottom line...this lady was doing one-arm push ups and I couldn't do one of them. Felt great for the ego.

I was unable to do one-arm push ups AND "clap" push ups (only did 4 of those). To be honest, I was worried I'd fall flat on my face. And in my garage, with the concrete floor, that wasn't a fun thought.

This day was brutally difficult. All press-type moves, which is really a weakness of mine. By the end, I was able to do about 4 push ups. Did full Ab Ripper routine. Overall, a push (no gain, no loss). Looking forward to this workout again.

Wednesday - Plyometrics
This day will never be easy as long as you continue to bring an effort. I ended up pulling a calf muscle and was barely able to walk the next day. Pulled on the one-leg jumps (like jumping over a puddle).

Thursday - Back & Tris / Ab Ripper X
Alternating pull up/row/curl set/curl set. Brutal. First pull up set, I was able to crank out 10 (a lot for me). By "set 2" I was able to do 6. By the end of the workout, I was doing one pull up. My arms were fried...I was able to work them hard, but to the detriment of the back sets, specifically the pull ups. Bi's were sore for two days after. Did full Ab Ripper routine. Overall, another push.

Friday - Yoga
Did full routine, to give it one more shot. No back pain, so I'll continue. A major gain from the last four weeks.

Saturday - Legs & Back / Ab Ripper X
I decided to wear gloves, specifically, my manscaping gloves. They have rubber 'palms', so it was easier to grip my gym rings for pull ups. Made a difference. Each set I was able to do 8 pull ups (some assisted). Legs day is a tough one, lots of burning and sweating. Heck, my HR is higher on this day than Kenpo. By the workout's last set, I hurt so bad I was literally in tears. No joke. Did full Ab Ripper routine. Overall, a big gain today.

Sunday - Kenpo X
Finally really worked hard this day. The difference...was in the garage, no AC and it was hot in there. Worked my tail off. I also am realizing that I'm unable to kick as well with the left leg as I am with the right leg. Just an interesting observation. Overall, a big gain today.

NUTRITION
Weekly average (3/30 to 4/5)
Calories - 1964
Carbs - 170
Fat - 58g
Protein - 184

I was having dinner with a buddy last night and we agreed that it was just difficult to hit 200g of protein a day if you're eating properly. So, I'm pleased with the above numbers. Progress continues.