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As much as I enjoy going to the gym and lifting weights, I think it's time for a new fitness challenge. I've been hearing quite a bit about the P90X program lately so I've made the leap and acquired the videos and workbooks. For those of you who have no idea what I'm talking about, here's the official link:

http://www.beachbody.com/product/fitness_programs/p90x.do

The program consists of 11 different workout videos, most of which are about an hour long. Each works different muscle groups in combinations, ie. chest/shoulders, back/biceps, plyometrics, abs, etc. According to the website the principle behind this program is called "muscle confusion", which introduces new techniques and routines so your muscles never plateau. I have a feeling this is just marketing jargon but I've seen people who have completed the program end to end and I'm impressed with the results. Here's the routine for week one:

Day 1: Chest/back, abs
Day 2: Plyometrics
Day 3: Shoulders/arms, abs
Day 4: Yoga
Day 5: Legs and back, abs
Day 6: Kenpo
Day 7: Rest and stretch

So far completed day one and two. Day one was tough, but I could do it because I'm at the gym fairly regularly. Day two I nearly died and couldn't keep up with all the exercises, I definitely don't work my lower body nearly as much as I need to. So far so good, there's some great stuff in the videos. Look forward to shoulders/arms and abs tomorrow!

Stay tuned!

fnS