Now that the submission time for the apprenticeship at Reel FX has passed and I submitted what I needed to submit, I can once again focus on working out. I'm still going to work on my animation, but now I don't have a screaming deadline hanging over me. So now it's time to get back to the first new challenge of 2011: 30 lbs. in 8 weeks.
I think I'm going to try and mix it up a bit. I know the P90X system is a guaranteed success, but some of those routines are too intense for me right now. So here's my plan for the next eight weeks:
Week 1
Day 1: P90X - Plyometrics
Day 2: P90X - Chest & Back + Ab Ripper
Day 3: The Biggest Loser - Cardio Max Weight Loss
Day 4: P90X - Shoulders & Arms + Ab Ripper
Day 5: P90X - Plyometrics
Week 2
Day 1: The Biggest Loser - Cardio Max Weight Loss
Day 2: P90X - Shoulders & Arms + Ab Ripper
Day 3: P90X - Plyometrics
Day 4: P90X - Chest & Back + Ab Ripper
Day 5: The Biggest Loser - Cardio Max Weight Loss
Then repeat for the next six weeks.
I know it's not the P90X strict routine, but switching it up like this has worked for me in the past. Plus, I feel intensifying the cardio really helps me shed these pounds. The really tough part of this challenge is going to be my food consumption. I need to start counting every single calories. No more empty calories like Red Bulls or Kool Aid drinks. I may have some every so often but not on a daily basis. I have been eating out more often simply because I've been so busy working in the studio that I haven't had time to cook or clean. Once I was done with my reel and resume, I finally was able to clean around the house. And believe me it needed it.
I know where my focus is. I know what needs to be done. I'm learning more and more every day. This applies to my animation and my weight loss. I have been reading computer magazine with several tutorials on animation. TONS of valuable information! As for the weight loss, I'm looking into new and healthier recipes. I'm watching The Biggest Loser for inspiration and motivation. I'm on the right path. So to accomplish all this I may have to avoid a lot of social gatherings. I'm not saying I'm a social butterfly that goes out all the time, but I can't let them get in the way when I have to concentrate on what I need to do in order to live a healthier and more productive life. I need to make a change. I want to be happy.
