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Postpartum P90X – Phase 2 Results

Home stretch ahead! We’ve officially started Phase 3 of P90X, the final 5 weeks. I’m now 16 weeks postpartum and I couldn’t be happier with the way my body is changing and how I’m feeling. I saw some great results during the four weeks of Phase 2 and I’m hopeful that the final five weeks turn out even better!

p90x phase 2 results woman

I’m not doing P90X exactly as mapped out again this time. Because I have a running race on February 7th (and because I love to run), I’m trying to run 3 times a week, with at least one run of 5 miles and usually two 3 mile runs with the stroller. My friend Allison and I have made a standing Saturday morning “long run” date and we also run with the strollers on Tuesdays. Sometimes I just end up running twice, but I’ve been able to get that 5 mile run in. I don’t do P90X Kenpo (although I did do it during recovery week this time) and I also attended two 45 minute Dailey Baby classes (which is mostly body weight strength training). Instead of P90X yoga, I went to hot yoga classes at Yoga 6 every week (which although is sweatier, is actually an easier yoga class. P90X yoga is one of the hardest yoga classes I’ve ever taken!).

My P90X Fitness Routine (not all of these workouts happen every single week): 

Running with Allison, Beau and Siena
Running with Allison, Beau and Siena
  • Monday – Rest day/walk.
  • Tuesday – Chest and Back or Shoulders and Arms & Ab Ripper. 3 mile run with Allison.
  • Wednesday – Plyometrics and possibly Dailey Baby class
  • Thursday – Shoulders and Arms or Biceps and Back and Ab Ripper
  • Friday – 3-4 mile run.
  • Saturday – 5 mile run with Allison & Hot Yoga.
  • Sunday – P90X Legs and Back & Ab Ripper.
Siena loves Dailey Baby classes
Siena loves Dailey Baby classes

I’m well aware that this kind of fitness commitment would probably not be possible if I were working full time and I’m taking advantage of my maternity leave while I have it. Mike also understands and appreciates my enthusiasm for working out and watches Siena on Saturdays so I can do my hot yoga and run with Allison. My plan was to get back in shape before I go back to work so that I can maintain my strength and focus on running races for the rest of the year (the marathon itch is getting strong). Luckily Siena sleeps and naps pretty well and enjoys the stroller so I’m able to get in all of these workouts while she’s sleeping and I’m getting enough sleep to have energy to do them! There has definitely been times when she wakes up early from a nap and I have to cut my workout short, but usually I’m able to time it pretty well.

Nutrition: 

While I’ve continued to use the 100 days of real food plan (explained in this post), there were more exceptions made this month as we had a pretty packed social schedule and lots of parties.  I don’t think it impacted results significantly and the occasional treat keeps me happy and motivated!

P90X Phase 2 Results: 

p90x results female phase 2

  • Weight Lost: 5 pounds (Total weight loss in 8 weeks: 8 pounds)
  • Inches Lost Off Waist: 3/4 inch (Total: 1.75 inches)
  • Inches Lost off Hips: 1 inch (Total 1.5 inches)
  • Inches Lost of Legs (measured thickest part): 1 inch (Total 1.25 inches)

I’ve continued to see strength gains. I’m now able to do 30 push-ups in a row (on my feet) and I can do the Ab Ripper without taking any breaks at all (with mostly the advanced moves!). I can tell that my legs and glutes are much stronger and the wall squats aren’t nearly as hard as they were in the beginning. I still am not even close to an unassisted pull-up but I’m consistently doing more and more assisted ones. I’m using 12 pound weights for bicep curls (started with 10s), 10 or even 12s for most tricep work and 10-12s for shoulders and 20s for all back exercises.  I’m still writing down my reps and weights every week and trying to beat the previous week each time, ensuring that I’m not half-assing any workout.

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January 28, 2016 By fitnessfatale 17 Comments

Filed Under: Baby, P90x, Uncategorized Tagged With: dailey baby, dailey method, P90X Results, p90x women results, phase 2 p90x, postpartum fitness

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  1. Heather Mora

    January 28, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    Awesome! You are doing so great!

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      January 28, 2016 at 9:56 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Asia

    January 28, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    Yay you look amazing! As you know, I’ve gone through phases on working out at home. P90X and Insanity are definitely my favorite programs.

    Reply
  3. Steve

    January 28, 2016 at 5:17 pm

    P90x yoga is tough. I’m dripping after 20 minutes!!

    Reply
  4. Wendy

    January 28, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    You’re looking great! Awesome on making the plan work for you and keeping at it!

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      January 28, 2016 at 9:57 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. John

    January 29, 2016 at 2:47 pm

    Awesome you’re looking good! I love the ab ripper x portion of p90x, such an effective workout. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
  6. Dietitian Jess

    February 1, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    You look awesome- abs and arms are looking more and more toned. Thanks for sharing your journey with us- I’m amazed at the mothers that are still able to make fitness a commitment- some days it’s hard with no kids and way less responsibilities!

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      February 1, 2016 at 6:12 pm

      Thanks Jess!

      Reply
  7. Sara

    February 1, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    I’m so impressed! I need to focus on strength training more. I can run 13 miles no problem, but 30 push-ups on my toes sounds impossible. Great job, mama!

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      February 1, 2016 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks! When I started I could only do 10 so that’s a big change. It happens quickly! Last time I went from 10 and only got to 27 by the end so I think my muscles remember!

      Reply
  8. Lindsey aka Freckles

    February 2, 2016 at 1:35 am

    Wow! You are making awesome progress!!! Keep it up!

    Reply
    • FitnessFatale

      February 2, 2016 at 1:46 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Kristen @ Glitter and Dust

    February 7, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    You are motivating me to focus on strength training more. So far, it’s been 90% endurance over here in my neck of the woods. Strength is so important…but finding the time and energy to add it in…that’s another story.

    You are looking fabulous! Keep up the good work mama! It sure is paying off. 🙂

    Reply
  10. Alicia @ Turquoise Grace

    February 12, 2016 at 7:22 am

    I was just thinking I need to start p90x3 again…I’ve done it on and off several tine, but after having my 3rd baby one year ago, I’m ready to get back into it! You are getting great results already, keep up the good work!

    Reply

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