The Journey Begins

I created this blog primarily to keep a daily journal of what it's like for an average guy going through the various trials and tribulations of getting fit with P90X.

I first learned about P90X from an old roommate of mine who was vigorously working out in the living room.  When I happened upon him, he was almost done with Plyometrics...the dreaded cardio routine that leaves all in a pool of sweat and tears, but with a high sense of accomplishment once completed.  I asked him during a water break what he was doing.  All he said was "P90X...it kicks your ass."

I never once saw one of the famous informercials prior to that, so I had no idea that such a program could exist, or even people would actually put themselves through something like that.  As the days progressed, I looked on as he was doing these workouts, and I became more and more convinced that I had to jump on board, and do something about my weight.

That was three whole years ago....

I did the first month of the program.  I witnessed amazing results.  I was pleased with how flat my mid section was becoming and then a cold hit me.  I was down for a week and all momentum was gone.  So, the DVDs began to collect dust, and then more dust.  I picked up the program again about a year ago and decided to have a decent return on my investment.  Afterall, the dumbells were getting rusty as well!

So, I got over the 30 day hump, and finished the first week of Phase II of the program.  And just like that...I stopped again!  Looking back, I haven't the slightest clue as to what prompted me to stop.  I'll chalk it up to pure laziness and lack of commitment to finish what I started.

Fast forward to today...

It's the start of the New Year.  My wife and I are getting formally married by the church in six months, and I've ballooned to a whopping 226 pounds.  This new year was going to start out right, start with much needed changes.  We decided that 2013 was going to be the year where we stopped eating out so much, and took care of ourselves.  Afterall, we have a wedding to host and we both want to look great!

So, in summary, this blog is designed to chronicle my thoughts and progression through the program.  Every single "up" and "down", and I'm not talking about push ups either.

Sit back, and enjoy the ride as I journey to complete 90 days of hard work, with the hope of glorious results!