Day 1

So, today was my very first day of the 90 day program. I knew ahead of time that I was going to need some resistance bands and a doorway pull-up bar. I knew from the start that this was bad news becuase I've never....not even in my best physical condition, been able to do even 1 pull-up. However, I pushed aside my fear, knowing that the program does not expect you to be able to do everything that they do in the first week. They say that the key is to simply stick to it, don't give up, do absolutely as much as you can, and be sure to push play on the dvd player every day. Tony Horton is the guy that created this system. He's quite entertaining to work out with. He's very passionate about it, and he's very encouraging. His enthusiasm is a bit annoying at times, but he's good.
The first part of the workout was a 60 minute chest and back workout. Now I am not looking to get ripped and become some kind of body builder, but I definitely want to firm up....everywhere. I mean, I have had 2 children, and as I said before, I've let myself go. During this workout, there were SEVERAL kinds of push-ups, pull-ups, and free weight work that focused on back and chest muscles. The folks on the video helped with ways to modify/ simplify some of the moves, until we get more used to and better able to do it. For example, you were allowed/ encouraged to steady yourself on a chair to assist diring the pull-ups. I did all right with some of the push-ups, but I have a long way to go. I was able to do between 5 and 10 of each kind, and that was it. They said to state a goal of how many of each set you were going to do, and then do everything in your power to meet that goal. If you can surpass it, go for it.
The second part of the workout, which I will have to do every other day, is called Ab Ripper X. WOW! It is only 16 minutes long, but it's 16 minutes of complete torture. During the workout, Tony Horton said...."I hate ab ripper! I hate it, but I love it!." lol I thought this was hilarious. I was not able to keep up with all of the ab exercises that they did....extremely quick and very advanced, but I did as he said...if you need a break, take one. Just don't stop moving. It will get easier, but continue to push me. At this point, I can't imagine it ever getting easier, but it is way to soon to tell or to try and doubt the program.
So, how am I feeling? LIKE RUBBER!!! I am sure that when I wake up in the morning, I will not be able to move, but I WILL NOT GIVE UP. Tomorrow, I have to focus on different muscles and work out along with another dvd. I'm too tired to check and see what it's called right now, but I will let you know tomorrow. I will keep you posted! :o) I feel like Tony Horton. "I hate it, but I love it!" I hate it because I am sore and tired, but I already love the feeling that I have from putting myself on the right road. I already feel like I'm doing something.
My BEFORE pictures are coming soon. I will post my pic once a week so that we can all see the changes. this will be extremely humiliating for me, but I think it will also help me. Yeah me! 89 days to go! :o)