Dumbbell Lunge is first and its a forward lunge as you rest the weights above your chest .  I usually use 20 pound weights and it’s plenty for me as I start to feel the burn after like 8.  I play soccer at least once a week and these lunges definitely help me run faster and keep up with the young-ins. 

Push Ups are next and I will not explain how to do a push up but tell you that the goal is to do 16 in 30 seconds which for me I set my goal at 20.  I know it may seem like it’s not many but remember that you need to pace yourself as your doing 3 rounds of the same moves. 

Front Squats are next and they used to be really tough for me but are now getting easier.  I never thought I would say this but it tones my butt and keeps me in my size 32 jeans.  So a front squat if you don’t know already is pretty much like your sitting down in a chair without the chair.  I still use 20 pound weights and rest them on my chest as I go down and then back up doing this 16 times.  Yes you will be sore no matter how many of these you have done in the past!  I couldnt even walk up my stairs without complaining. 

Bent Over Rowis most likely the one that is my least favorite because I don’t really feel much.  The reason why is because after doing P90X my back and traps are pretty strong so I feel the tightness but never do I get sore.  Bent Over is self explanatory as your bending over and lifting your weights as high up as possible for a one count.  I think what really made me strong in the P90x program was the chest and back exercise   .  If your not used to doing a ton of pull ups then this one will get you ready!

Booty Bridge is a great way to get your Abs in check as well as your butt.  Brett has you lay on your back with a lighter weight above your head.  Keep your feet flat on the ground and lift your butt in the air and your ready for Booty bridge.  Each rep consists of moving the weight to your feet.   Just picture your arms and leg opening and closing of course rotating each leg.  The higher you get with your arms the more you feel it in the lower abdominal area. 

Punch Combo is the last exercise of the first round and reminds me a little of Kenpo X from the P90x Program.  Your pretty much doing straight punches using a combo of Jabs and full length punch.  Brett has you focus not only on your arms but more importantly on your Abs.   You start out with your right side and then do a quick fast set and then switch to your left side.  Its a great combo but a little confusing at first.  The interesting thing about this workout and the RevAbs program is that you never really feel like your working out your Abs but I can see a huge difference in my stomach. 

Round 1 is the easiest round and as you proceed through the 4o min workout the moves get intensified as Brett adds a little twist to each workout.  As you proceed to round 3 or as Brett calls it the “Spice round” he really steps it up and makes sure you hurt.  A good hurt of course!  Its really what I love about this program is that your doing the same moves but adding a little extra touch to make it more challenging. 

Lately I have steered away from the recovery drink because we purchased a Vitamix and have been getting really creative with healthy after workout smoothies. I add all sorts of fruits, vegetable’s and protein to make a really good tasting smoothie.  Its really a good substitute for putting a ton of vitamins in your body all at once. I just started a page on healthy meals so if you would like some ideas click here.

Phase One Workouts

So far I have only completed 3 days but have done all the first phase DVD’s.  The first phase includes Total Strength, Power Intervals, Fire Up Your Abs, and Mercy Abs.  From doing this workout only 3 days I can say its challenging but not as challenging as P90x.  Total Strength is approximately 45 minutes and focuses on lots of cardio and of course your Abs.  Anytime you do Total strength you also have to include Mercy Abs.  Here is the the interesting part.  It doesnt ever seem like your doing Ab workouts but more like a fun cardio workout.  After my first day of Total Strength I was sore in my legs because your doing lots of squats.  Not only are you doing lots of squats but lots of cardio routines.  As I am going on my 4th day I would recommend this program to anyone that wants to get the inches off the waste.  The one issue I ran into with P90x was time and that is not an issue with RevAbs.  The longest video is 45 minutes + an extra 15 minutes of Mercy Abs.  So no more than 1 hour every other two days.  If time is a concern then this is the program for you.   I will break down these workouts a little more but I was really excited to tell you about how my first few days are going. 

Either way I am committed to Beachbody and the products they offer.  If you are interested in either P90x or RevAbs then let me know.  As an Emerald Coach I am here to help you make money, get fit and stay motivated.       

Gianni@phattyfit.com