Week 7 Review: Signs of Progress

Well, as Tomny would say during (name that routine!): "The hard part is over...sort of!"

I finished the third week of phase two and I am noticing some good things. I can fit in my pants better. I look much better (or maybe I am just fooling myself. We'll see in about 10 days!), I am stronger and able to do much more in the strength department. 23 Pull-ups! Yeah, baby!

As far as weight I was back down to 175 pounds again, and I can really see the definition in my chest and arms and my legs are solid. I went bike riding and it was a piece of cake. My heart rate is good and I feel like I am in as good a shape as I ever have been.

I might not be getting the "Wow, look at that body transformation!" effect, but I have hpes that the third phase will give me a more dramatic change. I think it has been harder for me (in some ways) because I didn't have a lot of weight to lose. My changes will be far more subtle, but just as satisfying in the end.

I look forward to the recovery week just so I can have a break from the Ab Ripper X and I can rest my injured neck/back. I'm kind of bummed that picture day comes right after the recovery week, but it didn't turn out that bad last time.

I ate much better this phase, but I still have a problem planning meals. I am relying on shakes and protien bars and I am not sure that is the best way to go, but I'm determined to stay away from the junk food (although I did have 2/3 of a burger from Chilis 2 Go on Saturday night as it was my second time going out since starting the X!)

My main regret is still that I don't have dumbbells, but maybe the second time around (or if I try P90X+.

I'll be back soon with more updates. Keep bringing it!