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Old 01-29-2010, 04:28 PM   #1
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Round 2 of Plyo today.

Day 9 and going strong. Added some recovery drinks for my post workouts and it alleviated most of my next-day muscle fatigue/pain. Not sure if that was a coincidence that I'm getting used to working out, or if it actually works, but I'll take it.

Blended a scoop of BSN Syntha-6 Chocolate with about 5 ounces of nonfat milk and some ice cubes. Actually tasted like a chocolate milkshake.

Obviously there are no real results yet, but I feel better day to day. More energy almost.
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Old 01-29-2010, 05:02 PM   #2
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Round 2 of Plyo today.

Day 9 and going strong. Added some recovery drinks for my post workouts and it alleviated most of my next-day muscle fatigue/pain. Not sure if that was a coincidence that I'm getting used to working out, or if it actually works, but I'll take it.

Blended a scoop of BSN Syntha-6 Chocolate with about 5 ounces of nonfat milk and some ice cubes. Actually tasted like a chocolate milkshake.

Obviously there are no real results yet, but I feel better day to day. More energy almost.
The soreness going away is a result of both your body being used to being so active, and the increased protein intake. If you're trying to gain muscle mass, I would raise your protein intake a bit, by taking a shake about 30 mins before you start your workout as well.

I used P90x for a few months, and it helped me get into better shape, but the workouts weren't really for me, since they really focus more on endurance than intensity. As a result I've started doing customized workouts, and have been getting much better results. Though I still use Interval X from p90x+ for my cardio.
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The soreness going away is a result of both your body being used to being so active, and the increased protein intake. If you're trying to gain muscle mass, I would raise your protein intake a bit, by taking a shake about 30 mins before you start your workout as well.

I used P90x for a few months, and it helped me get into better shape, but the workouts weren't really for me, since they really focus more on endurance than intensity. As a result I've started doing customized workouts, and have been getting much better results. Though I still use Interval X from p90x+ for my cardio.
Only problem I see with that is these shakes I calculated out to being about 20 carbs a piece.

I may start doing this on phase 2, but for now I think it might be a bit overkill.
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Only problem I see with that is these shakes I calculated out to being about 20 carbs a piece.

I may start doing this on phase 2, but for now I think it might be a bit overkill.
If you're watching carbs, I'd switch to a low-carb protein shake, and just add a tablespoon of sugar for some after-workout carbs, which will help your muscles absorb the protein.
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If you're watching carbs, I'd switch to a low-carb protein shake, and just add a tablespoon of sugar for some after-workout carbs, which will help your muscles absorb the protein.
While I didn't and am not following the food plan, I'm pretty sure that if you're following the plan to a tee, sugar should not be added. But again, I'm not really following the food plan.
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While I didn't and am not following the food plan, I'm pretty sure that if you're following the plan to a tee, sugar should not be added. But again, I'm not really following the food plan.
Honey or some fruit would be an acceptable alternative, and it's even on the "approved" list.

Although I think Jordan's aversion to carbs is more a result of his diabetes. My wife is insulin-dependent Type 1 and she doesn't do the recovery drink either, just deals with the soreness. Too tough regulating her insulin levels with all the exercise anyway.
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Honey or some fruit would be an acceptable alternative, and it's even on the "approved" list.

Although I think Jordan's aversion to carbs is more a result of his diabetes. My wife is insulin-dependent Type 1 and she doesn't do the recovery drink either, just deals with the soreness. Too tough regulating her insulin levels with all the exercise anyway.
Actually I've found the recovery drink is the perfect amount of carbs to ingest without insulin to offset the crash post workout.

20 grams of carbs seems to do the trick. I haven't woken up in the middle of the night yet since doing the recovery drinks. And I feel better the next day. Win win, but you're right, by increasing it to 40 carbs, I would have to take insulin, and with the way the body reacts post workout, even with a small dosage, I'd still crash. It's a fine line between a good night sleep and waking up in a cold sweat with shaky hands. Not fun


Also can anyone recommend a good daily vitamin? I got a nasty cramp in my side one workout after I sneezed. My entire diaphragm just locked up. I was in pain for about 10 minutes. I'm thinking that that might be a hint that I need more potassium, calcium.. etc.

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