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P90X2 Day 57: Recovery Week, Day 1

The schedule for a P90X2 recovery week is much easier than it was for P90X. As a reminder (or an introduction, for those unfamiliar with P90X), the old schedule was a combination of stretching, yoga, core training (called “Synergistics”), and cardio (in the form of Kenpo-style karate exercises). Each activity was on a different day, and some repeated during the week. As I said, in P90X2, it’s much simpler: One day of Recovery and Mobility with the foam roller, then one day of yoga. Repeat, for the rest of the week.

I cheated a little on my first recovery day, if you can call it cheating, by starting with a make-up Ab Ripper session. That six pack isn’t going to happen all by itself, and I missed my chance to do this a couple of days ago. It was a good warm up, and it does not put strain on my shoulders, which are my problem area.

It was a good foam rolling session in terms of timing and technique. As much as I would like to get away from the DVD, it does help me to keep up the pace. I am happy to say that I did well on the Vinyasa to Pigeon stretch (picture one leg in a cross-legged position, with the other leg stretched out behind you). I have had difficulty with my back foot cramping, but not today.

One part of the session that felt a little rushed was the arms. I don’t need much work on the forearms, but maybe I should figure out how to do my shoulders properly.

I am going to experiment with fasting workout sessions every day this week. It’s easier to do foam rolling without a pre-workout snack, of course, but it can still seem like a long time before breakfast. Ben Greenfield and the P90X2 manuals have recommended fasting for shorter workouts (one hour or so) as a means to burn fat, or more accurately, train your body to use fat as fuel.

I should really try some foam rolling during my evening TV time. Maybe I could fit in an extra treadmill workout, which for me is an excuse for more TV time, but at least it’s productive, right?

P90X2 Tip of the Day: P90X2 does not schedule a Recovery Week for you. At the end of Week 3 or 4, consider scheduling one for yourself. Recovery is an important part of your progress.

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