Day 56

Well here's another update on P90X. Today is the rest day for my rest week of Phase 2, meaning tomorrow I start the final phase of P90X!

I'm still loving the program. It's keeping me motivated, and I'm finding it really easy to do the workouts every day. Pushing play has become a habit for me now. So far the only time I've been disappointed in myself was last Friday. I pressed play and gave it my best, but it wasn't good enough. My head was killing me, I was exhausted from the week, and as a result I started to get really light headed while doing the workout. I wasn't able to finish the video. I gave my best, and decided not to linger too long on my failing. Woke up the next day feeling refreshed and dove right in.

As far as results go, I've realized that this program isn't going to give me the body I've always dreamed of, but it's definitely a start on a longer process. I haven't noticed much muscle mass being put on, but I'm definitely noticing toning all over. All that annoying squish is vanishing. haha. Definition is popping up in some really exciting places, but I'll save the details for when I finish.

I feel like the reason the muscle isn't coming is because of my diet. Over the past phase especially I haven't been eating as well as I should. I haven't been eating enough to really pack on the muscle, and it hasn't been as healthy as it could be. Still am on my no-cow-dairy kick, and loving it. Once I finish the program I'll reward myself with a pizza and a beer at Il Vicino, but then it's right back to no dairy. I think I've decided to make dairy something I have a few times a year.

So, going into phase 3 I'm setting new rules for myself. I'm dropping sweets and alcohol. There are two exceptions I'm making for this. The first is Thanksgiving, I will allow myself one glass of wine, and one slice of pie. The following night I have a plan with friends to go out clubbing. I'll allow myself to drink some that night, but nothing crazy, no need for extra carbs. Beyond these two days I am booze and sugar free! I'll also be making more of my meals, and making sure I have healthy snacks for the in between.

So here we go! Final phase of P90X. If in the end I can't say that I have the body I've dreamed of, I know I'll at least be able to say I feel healthier. My mind is in a place where working out everyday is a must. I'm so excited to be able to say I completed this program. Don't know what the plan is right after though. I may have to actually join a gym! doh!