3paths - do you rest as needed? is it basically continuous? what do you do if you cant get to the 5 pullups after a few rounds?
Basically everyone who starts out, even people in great shape struggle at first. The workouts are modified so you can get going. So in the case of the pullups, you would do jumping pullups. In the case of the pushups you would do regular ones until you are burnt, and then do them off your knees and so on and so forth. That's the great thing about it, is that it can be modified to get you up to speed. The other beautiful thing is the workouts never become easy, because you are always after better results. I rest but very little. As most workouts are timed, I rest when I just can't push anymore, and then I push through the pain and discomfort and get going again. Roy's (my trainer) whole mission is to get you out of your comfort zone. Besides the physical aspect there is a huge mental upside as well. It has really made a difference in my household! That's why I feel inclined to tell everyone I know about it.
Original, thank you. I still have a little ways to go, but I'm much further ahead of the game then I was when I started. It has truly been a lifestyle change, which is good because I have always battled the yo-yo syndrome. When I met my wife I was 225 with about 8-10% bodyfat. After we got together I immediately got lazy, which has traditionally been my problem. So I figured if I can get into shape, have it be a true lifestyle change and do it while married with kids, then I will finally break out of the yo-yo cycle. This has been the only thing that has worked in 5 years.
The one other thing I will add, is that Roy adds the zone diet as the eating piece, which should not be understated, because eating is 90% of the battle. The zone is cool because you get to eat nice size meals and it really makes sense. It's pretty much nuts, veggies, fruits, fish, lean meats and oils. Nothing processed. And it's always a healthy serving of each.
