Today was the third day of Core Cardio and Balance. And, even though I never really want to start the video (because I know those arm circles are coming) I have kept pushing “play.” It’s really not that bad though. Once I get started, it’s fun! There is quite a bit of variety in this video and every day I have noticed my body making subtle improvements.
The most obvious improvement that I noticed today was that I could get through 95% of the moves. (When I did this the first day, I would pause several times and even skip parts of the sections in order to catch my breath and survive the thing.) Today, I was able to work past the discomfort so much easier and it was more enjoyable for me.
While going through Recovery Week, I have found my all time favorite move. This move has caused my shoulders to become sore over these past three days, but it is still my favorite move. I can’t remember the name of it but it’s pretty easy to describe. Basically, you squat down and Jab eight times, then you jump 180 degrees and Jab another eight times. You do this repeatedly for one minute!
One of the reasons why I like this move is because it works my shoulders and arms, two of my problem areas. Whenever we get to this move during the video, I feel so accomplished before I even start because I know that even though it hurts, it’s doing a lot for me. When I jab, I actually see muscle and I’ve very excited to “cut the fat” off of my arms so that other people can see the muscle too (without have to look real hard. Lol.)
Another reason I like this move is because it shows how far I’ve come from Day 1 of P90X. I couldn’t do a 180 degree jump at all. I had to step through. The fact that I can actually do the move surprises and excites me! I can now “leap like a cat,” as Tony Horton says.
For some reason, I’ve been thinking about the above mentioned move a lot today. I really enjoy arm exercises that incorporate a lot of power. (unlike the arm circles…blah!) As I was getting ready for work tonight, I had an idea. *Lightbulb!* “I wonder if the library has any videos about shadow boxing?” (I learned about shadow boxing from The Biggest Loser.) So, the next time I go to the library, I’m going to search for shadow boxing workout videos so I can add that to my Insanity. :D
Other than my shoulders being really sore, these past few days have been pretty great. The arm circles are still intense, but it’s all a part of becoming a better me.
Signing Out,
It’s Possible!!
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