Les Mills COMBAT: Day 6 - COMBAT 30 Kick Start

Day 6 of Les Mills COMBAT and we're back at the beginning. Back to the COMBAT Kick Start DVD and I decided to, like yesterday, add some light weight training after the session. 

I feel great!!! 

Had a good sweat and a good workout. I kept my own pace throughout the workout to make sure I used good form. Overall, today's session was low on struggle, but high on intensity and accuracy. 

I also added some resistance by wearing my weighted gloves. I don't plan to wear them often, but I was curious to see how challenging they would make it.

So, after kicking and punching my invisible opponent to death, I did the following:

• Bench press - 2 sets of 20 at 70lbs
• Leg extensions - 2 sets of 35 at 25lbs
• Leg curls - 2 sets of 25 at 25 lbs
• Upright row - 2 sets of 15 at 70 lbs
• Ab roll out with Ab Wheel - 2 sets of 15

Did I mention that I feel great? And with tomorrow being a rest day, I've officially completed my first week of Les Mills COMBAT. Nothing like a sense of accomplishment to keep you motivated, especially when it comes to physical fitness.

I'm going to have to fight the urge tomorrow to workout. My body needs the rest and I want to be ready for week number 2. I'm excited about my progress in just this week alone. And I'll continue to challenge myself even further than what the Les Mills COMBAT series has in store for me. Results are what I'm looking for and RESULTS are what I will get.

If you are looking to change your body and want results as much as I do, check out the Les Mills COMBAT series or the many other programs BeachBody has to offer at beachbodycoach.com/philipm78.

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Let's get in shape, let's have fun, and #letsgetstrong.

Les Mills COMBAT: Day 3 - Power Kata

Ok. Somewhere between 34 and 36, this happened.

I like food. Love it even. The more, the merrier. If the looks good and it tastes good, 9 times out of 10, I'm eating it. That fact is showing on my physique a little more than I like. Enter Les Mills COMBAT.

Today's workout went well. The struggle I had with endurance during the previous workouts wasn't as bad today, even with the workout being 45 minutes long. I kept moving throughout the entire session and I felt great afterward.

The Power Kata workout took me back to kicking and punching. I have to admit that it feels good to exercise like you're training for a fight. I did have issues with completing the combinations because my form needs work. Seems like I always finished in an awkward position compared to the guys on the DVD. I hope my balance improves as I continue with these workouts so I'm better able to transition between the different kicks and punches.

Tomorrow is a rest day and I'm going to take full advantage of it. I'm sore all over, but in a great way. So far, the Les Mills COMBAT program is fun and I'm looking forward to getting back at it on Thursday.

Don't let me have all the fun. Check out the Les Mills COMBAT workout for yourself. Go to beachbodycoach.com/philipm78 and order your copy today.
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Let's get in shape, let's have fun, and #letsgetstrong.

Les Mills COMBAT: Day 1

I just completed my first day of Les Mills COMBAT and all I can say is... WOW!

I went through both the "Basics" and "Combat 30: Kick Start" DVDs and I'm worn out. 

I struggled, but I finished.

Before I started, I took my body measurements using the Measurement Tracker and tape measure I received with the DVDs. My measurements were:

• Chest - 40 inches
• Right & Left Arms - 13.5 inches
• Waist - 36 inches
• Hips - 41.5 inches
• Right & Left Thighs - 23 inches

FACT: it is difficult measure your arms by yourself.

THE WORKOUT

Let me just say that I don't have very good balance or coordination. The workouts made this revelation apparent. 

The punches combinations weren't a problem. However, when it came to the kick and knee combos, I had a tough time keeping pace. I felt as if I would fall with each front and back kick. Hopefully, as continue with the program, I will get better at maintaining my balance.

We all have to start somewhere. And although it was challenging, it was also fun. Thirty minutes and I feel great. I can't wait to do the next workout. 

You can join me in using the Les Mills COMBAT workout. Go to beachbodycoach.com/philipm78 and order your copy today. 

Also, follow me on Twitter at @pmelton357.

Let's get in shape, let's have fun, and #letsgetstrong.