Today marks the beginning of Week 3 of Operation Get Sexy. There isn't an official workout scheduled today, instead you're supposed to take the Fit Test again to see how much you've progressed over these first two weeks. As a side note because I was feeling like fat and guilty a BOSS, I decided to try the bonus dvd that comes with the set when you order from a Beachbody coach: "Fast and Furious". It condenses a 45 min workout into 20 min. Yeah. They did that. But we'll get to that later...
So I'm gonna be honest: I don't see much physical results in my body thus far. But that's probably me just being overly harsh with myself. Ok, let me rephrase, I don't see any major changes in my body thus far. My legs are a little smaller and my abs are a little more visible, but the Operation is nowhere near finished. With that being said, I went into the Fit Test with a healthy level of skepticism. To my pleasant surprise, I actually improved in every category! And some of the moves I actually improved a lot, which means my conditioning definitely approving. I'm impressed, Insanity, although not surprised. All the sweating, running, and jumping you do 6 days a week is bound to pay off at some point. Ironically, I think I was probably more tired this time around than I was the first time I did it, which is probably because I'm more efficient at the movements and was doing more work. Anywho's, like I said, I was pleasantly surprised at my progress. It will be interesting to see what these improvements look like outside the program...
One of the biggest things I'm pleasantly surprised at is the fact I still don't have any issues with my knees or hips, both of which are my problem areas. I had some major stiffness in my calves after the first full workout, but that was because I was doing it in Vibrams (bad idea). Although they are my one true love in life, I do not recommend doing Insanity in them. You'll end up either doing twice the work because your calves will be engaged the entire time, or you'll end up working less because your calves will be too cramped to move. The second happened to me. BADLY. Aside from that, I've had some slight pain in my left shoulder from all the push ups you have to do, but it hasn't been bad enough to keep me from continuing to do any required push ups in the workouts. If I had to give it a number on a scale from 1-10 with 10 being SWEET BABY JESUS!, I'd have to give it about a 4. Totally doable.
After two weeks I still haven't noticed any repetitiveness in the workouts...probably because my mind is so jumbled after nearly dying through each one that I can't really remember which moves go with which workout. So either my mind needs some serious work or Insanity is tricksy... probably a little of both. One thing I did notice: plyometric moments are a struggle on carpet. I nearly lost my life the other day when I tripped over the floor. My entire house is carpet except the kitchen, so carpet is pretty much the only option I have. Working out in the kitchen is like a diabetic working for a cupcake company (I'm currently watching a DVR'ed episode of Cupcake Wars, hence the reference. I'm also just fat on the inside *le sigh*). So needless to say, that's not going to happen.
I think I'm going to a super restrictive diet for these next two weeks. I've already had the discussion with moms over this, so she doesn't try to shower me with love by feeding me. First thing on the list: THROW OUT THAT DAMN BIRTHDAY she has perched every-so-beautifully on the kitchen counter. Her birthday was a week ago; time for that ish to go. Next, I'll be making a serious effort to do that whole 300 calories per meal thing. I'm actually going to eat 5 meals a day, but 3 or 4, aka when I'm hungry. At least until I get the calorie thing right. It's only Day 15...I still haveno hope time. Hopefully I'll see more physical results with the change in the food.
Yes GAWD, hunny! That man seriously said that in the video. That aught to give you an idea of just how f'n fast and furious that thing was. 20 min of non-stop sweating. Like I said before, I decided to do it today because Iate like a fat horse over the weekend still wanted a true workout and didn't feel like I would get enough from just the Fit Test. Number one, I was wrong about the Fit Test. Number two, they were doing moves in Fast & Furious that were def not covered in month 1 of the program. The entire thing is max interval training, so I'm assuming we'll learn those moves next month - when we actually start doing max interval training. See that logic? Seems that degree wasn't useless after all. Thank you, St. Mary's. But on the for realz...giiiirl. No sir, no ma'am, and no breaks. Basically the video gets your heart rate through the roof and keeps it there for 20 min. The two people that were doing the workout with Shaun T were dropping like flies all over the place, which made me feel significantly less insufficient since I was dead-to-the-bed after doing the Fit Test immediately before. But overall I liked it. I might sneak and do it on the off days since it's so short, plus I think it will help me with the movements in the other workouts. Unless you're truly psycho, there's no need to do this in addition to a normal workout. Besides that, if you do the regular workout the right way, you won't even have the energy to push the play button. For real.
So yeah. That's where I am so far. I'm pretty happy; not expecting miracles within the first 2 week but I'm def seeing results on conditioning side. I'm still itching to lift, but I doubt that will ever go away. My mouth salivates every time I see a weight lifting post on the Book *le sigh*. One sweet day...
But I digress. I'll keep you guys posted. End of the week? Or maybe sooner, depending on whether or not I survive on that dismal amount of calories. If you don't here from me, somebody publish this so the world will know my story. Oh, and don't let some skinny, permed heffa play me in my biography movie. Thanks.
Fit Test Results
So I'm gonna be honest: I don't see much physical results in my body thus far. But that's probably me just being overly harsh with myself. Ok, let me rephrase, I don't see any major changes in my body thus far. My legs are a little smaller and my abs are a little more visible, but the Operation is nowhere near finished. With that being said, I went into the Fit Test with a healthy level of skepticism. To my pleasant surprise, I actually improved in every category! And some of the moves I actually improved a lot, which means my conditioning definitely approving. I'm impressed, Insanity, although not surprised. All the sweating, running, and jumping you do 6 days a week is bound to pay off at some point. Ironically, I think I was probably more tired this time around than I was the first time I did it, which is probably because I'm more efficient at the movements and was doing more work. Anywho's, like I said, I was pleasantly surprised at my progress. It will be interesting to see what these improvements look like outside the program...
Additional Thoughts Post Week 2
One of the biggest things I'm pleasantly surprised at is the fact I still don't have any issues with my knees or hips, both of which are my problem areas. I had some major stiffness in my calves after the first full workout, but that was because I was doing it in Vibrams (bad idea). Although they are my one true love in life, I do not recommend doing Insanity in them. You'll end up either doing twice the work because your calves will be engaged the entire time, or you'll end up working less because your calves will be too cramped to move. The second happened to me. BADLY. Aside from that, I've had some slight pain in my left shoulder from all the push ups you have to do, but it hasn't been bad enough to keep me from continuing to do any required push ups in the workouts. If I had to give it a number on a scale from 1-10 with 10 being SWEET BABY JESUS!, I'd have to give it about a 4. Totally doable.
After two weeks I still haven't noticed any repetitiveness in the workouts...probably because my mind is so jumbled after nearly dying through each one that I can't really remember which moves go with which workout. So either my mind needs some serious work or Insanity is tricksy... probably a little of both. One thing I did notice: plyometric moments are a struggle on carpet. I nearly lost my life the other day when I tripped over the floor. My entire house is carpet except the kitchen, so carpet is pretty much the only option I have. Working out in the kitchen is like a diabetic working for a cupcake company (I'm currently watching a DVR'ed episode of Cupcake Wars, hence the reference. I'm also just fat on the inside *le sigh*). So needless to say, that's not going to happen.
Food: Less Means More?
I think I'm going to a super restrictive diet for these next two weeks. I've already had the discussion with moms over this, so she doesn't try to shower me with love by feeding me. First thing on the list: THROW OUT THAT DAMN BIRTHDAY she has perched every-so-beautifully on the kitchen counter. Her birthday was a week ago; time for that ish to go. Next, I'll be making a serious effort to do that whole 300 calories per meal thing. I'm actually going to eat 5 meals a day, but 3 or 4, aka when I'm hungry. At least until I get the calorie thing right. It's only Day 15...I still have
Fast 'n' Furious Bonus Workout
"I'm not trying to kill you, I want you to kill yourself." - Shaun T
Yes GAWD, hunny! That man seriously said that in the video. That aught to give you an idea of just how f'n fast and furious that thing was. 20 min of non-stop sweating. Like I said before, I decided to do it today because I
So yeah. That's where I am so far. I'm pretty happy; not expecting miracles within the first 2 week but I'm def seeing results on conditioning side. I'm still itching to lift, but I doubt that will ever go away. My mouth salivates every time I see a weight lifting post on the Book *le sigh*. One sweet day...
But I digress. I'll keep you guys posted. End of the week? Or maybe sooner, depending on whether or not I survive on that dismal amount of calories. If you don't here from me, somebody publish this so the world will know my story. Oh, and don't let some skinny, permed heffa play me in my biography movie. Thanks.
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